"Assistant/Associate Professor of Computer Science"

Job Details

CLASSIFICATION: Faculty, 9-months

DEPARTMENT: Mathematics and Computer Science

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Chair of the Mathematics and Computer Science Department

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: N/A

POSITION SUMMARY: The Mathematics and Computer Science Department at Moravian University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level beginning Fall 2026. We seek teacher-scholars from any area of computer science who are passionate about undergraduate education and research that engages students.

The computer science program maintains a strong in-person teaching culture where faculty and students are regularly present on campus. Our residential and commuter students actively engage in our lab space, research projects, and professional development activities. We value diverse perspectives on emerging topics like AI integration in the curriculum and support faculty in developing approaches that work for their courses and pedagogical goals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teaching responsibilities include a 3-3 load from across introductory, core, and upper-level courses.
• With three faculty teaching broadly across the curriculum, we welcome candidates from any CS specialization.
• Expertise in database design, cybersecurity, or areas complementing our existing strengths in software engineering, cloud computing, AI, and graphics.
• Faculty contribute to Moravian's general education curriculum (MILE) and are expected to develop a scholarly agenda that contributes to the discipline and engages students.
• We embrace the Boyer model of scholarship and we value peer-reviewed publications alongside grant writing, software development, and pedagogical innovation.
• Summer research funding is available through our SOAR program and external partnerships with regional industry.
• Faculty receive annual funds for professional development and travel.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Ph.D. in Computer Science or closely related field is required.

TO APPLY: Qualified candidates should attach their (1) cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) three (3) letters of recommendation, (4) Statement of Teaching Philosophy, (5) names and contact information for at least three (3) references, and (6) statement of research interests including how to engage undergraduate students, to their online application by clicking “Apply Now.” Please attach documents as a PDF file.

All positions are subject to budget availability.

Moravian is a growing liberal arts institution in the Lehigh Valley (Bethlehem, PA), one hour from Philadelphia and two hours from New York City. Computer science is well-resourced and strongly supported by university leadership. We have a dedicated teaching space and a 24/7 student lab, both designed specifically for our program. The university provides every student with a MacBook and iPad, creating a consistent teaching platform, and we have a strong partnership with campus IT who helps to maintain a dedicated network of computer resources. In addition, we are an AWS Academy institution which provides faculty with curriculum and credits to use with AWS technologies. With 50 majors and strong industry partnerships in the region's medical, financial, and technology sectors, our students have robust internship and career opportunities.

Moravian University does not sponsor visas for non-tenure track positions and will not sponsor H-1B visas for tenure-track positions.

Moravian University’s mission is to prepare individuals for reflective lives and leadership in a world of change. In support of this mission, we are dedicated to fostering an educational and professional environment that is enriched by individuals of varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

As part of Moravian University’s institutional values, all employees contribute to upholding our Community Standards and Expectations, which emphasize respectful engagement, accountability, inclusion, and lifelong learning.

Moravian University is an equal opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination, harassment or retaliation against any applicant for employment or admission on the basis of a characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Please see Moravian University’s Equal Opportunity and Title IX nondiscrimination statement for additional information.

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WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job.

The individual is routinely exposed to indoor conditions, minimum outdoor weather and temperature extremes, and moderate noise level.

We welcome applicants of all abilities and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment. If you need any accommodations during the hiring process or in your role, we encourage you to reach out to Human Resources at hr@moravian.edu or 610.861.1527. View the standard physical demands for positions at Moravian University.

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.

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