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ASSISTANT PROFESSOR - COMPUTER SCIENCE

The Department of Computer Science at Ithaca College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, starting August 2026. We seek a dynamic teacher-scholar committed to undergraduate education and to contributing to the continued evolution of our collaborative and forward-looking computer science program.

Applicants from all areas of computer science are welcome, with particular encouragement for those specializing in artificial intelligence, human-computer interaction, media-focused computation, computer systems, or cybersecurity.

This is an exciting time to join our department. We are in the process of launching new majors in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, as well as new minors in Artificial Intelligence, App Development, Data-Centric Computing, and Computer Systems. New faculty will have the opportunity to shape and teach in these programs, and to develop courses aligned with their own areas of expertise.

Our department emphasizes small class sizes, close faculty-student collaboration, and project-based learning. Faculty are empowered to take initiative, contribute to shared governance, and help guide the direction of the department. We pride ourselves on a strong culture of collegiality and consensus-driven decision-making.

Ithaca College supports a healthy work-life balance and provides resources for both teaching and research, including startup and travel funding, internal grant programs, and the Summer Scholars undergraduate research initiative. Our facilities include dedicated research spaces, active-learning classrooms, and spacious faculty offices co-located with our classrooms. The campus fosters interdisciplinary collaboration, both within the School of Humanities and Sciences and across four pre-professional schools at Ithaca College. This provides access to bright, creative students and faculty members from a wide range of disciplines.

We welcome candidates who are enthusiastic about inclusive, student-centered teaching, engaged scholarship, and contributing to a vibrant academic community grounded in the liberal arts.

Qualifications:

A Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field is required. We welcome applicants with teaching experience and a strong commitment to preparing students professionally through an immersive, interdisciplinary liberal arts education. Recent doctoral candidates who are ABD (All But Dissertation) are also encouraged to apply.

Submitting the Application:

Interested applicants must apply online at https://ithaca.edu/jobs and should attach the following documents:

  • Complete curriculum vitae
  • A 1-page maximum cover letter that directly addresses how the candidate sees themselves fitting the qualifications listed above and contributing to our departmental and college community
  • A 2-page maximum discussion of your teaching philosophy
  • A 2-page maximum discussion of your research plan that highlights how you plan to work with undergraduate students.

The search committee will request reference letters from applicants who progress to the interview stage of the hiring process.

Ithaca College is building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the College is appreciated.

Visa sponsorship will be considered for this position.

Hiring Range: $78,000 - $83,000, dependent on discipline, qualifications and experience.

We pride ourselves on providing our benefit-eligible employees with comprehensive benefits, including: Healthcare including vision and dental, Generous Paid Time Off Policies, 403B Retirement Savings Plan with Matching Employer Contribution, EAP, Flexible Work Plans, Educational Benefits, Career-Enhancing Trainings. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit https://www.ithaca.edu/human-resources/employee-benefits-wellness.

In an effort to promote campus safety and the security of College resources, Ithaca College will, consistent with the requirements of the law and prudent practices, conduct criminal background investigations per College policy. This position is subject to a criminal background check. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of the criminal background check.

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