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The Augustana University Computer Science Department invites applications for tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor positions in Computer Science & Software Engineering to begin Fall 2027. We seek candidates who are passionate about undergraduate education and capable of developing and teaching a variety of core and advanced courses that support computer science and software engineering.
Departmental needs include programming (various languages), algorithms and data structures, software engineering and software design, theory of computation, web application development, computer architecture, operating systems, networking, and artificial intelligence.
Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated expertise or strong interest in software engineering, algorithms, artificial intelligence, machine learning, computational theory, or emerging fields such as quantum computing.
Primary duties and responsibilities include:
Teaching courses in support of the University’s computer science and software engineering programs. Course assignments will depend on specialization and departmental needs.
Demonstrating a record of scholarly activity and research in computer science, software engineering, or related fields.
Advising and mentoring students in academic and professional development.
Participating in service to the department, university, and broader community.
Building partnerships with local and regional businesses and technology organizations to enhance applied learning and internship opportunities.
Qualifications for this position:
A PhD in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related field by the start date of the appointment is preferred.
Experience teaching in computer science, software engineering, or a related area at the university level.
Demonstrated teaching excellence.
Evidence of scholarly achievement and a commitment to maintaining an active research agenda.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with students and colleagues.
Application Procedure:
The position will remain open until filled. Interested applicants are asked to submit the below application materials via our Career Center Portal. If assistance is needed during the application process, please reach out to humanresources@augie.edu.
Letter of application
statement of teaching philosophy
copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts
a curriculum vita
three letters of reference
Official website: www.augie.edu
Augustana University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Title IX Employer. Applicants must comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act and may be required to submit official transcripts upon employment. Finalist candidates must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment background check.
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