"Assistant Professor - Computer Science (Multiple Positions)"

Job Details

Job Title: Assistant Professor - Computer Science (Multiple Positions)

Job ID: 31527

Location: LaGuardia Community College

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Founded in 1971 in Long Island City, Queens, LaGuardia Community College is one of seven community colleges of the City University of New York (CUNY). LaGuardia offers more than sixty associate degree programs and more than fifty workforce training, ESOL, GED, and pre-college programs. In 2023, LaGuardia served approximately 24,000 students. More than one-third of LaGuardia’s degree-seeking students are born outside the United States; they come from 136 countries and speak 43 heritage languages. Sixty percent are first-generation college students.

Virtually all LaGuardia students are ethnic minorities (89 percent), 58 percent are women, 27 percent are over the age of 25. Forty-six percent of associate degree students are Hispanic. Upon graduation most students transfer to four-year colleges, typically in CUNY, to complete their baccalaureate degrees. Graduates of career programs such as Nursing, Computer Technology, and Veterinary Technology enter the workforce. LaGuardia ranked fifth among U.S. community colleges in economic mobility – moving low-income students into the middle class and beyond – in studies by Stanford University (2017) and the Brookings Institution (2020). Please visit www.laguardia.edu to learn more.

The Mathematics, Engineering and Computer Science Department at LaGuardia Community College of the City University of New York is seeking two highly motivated and innovative candidates to fill tenure-track assistant professor position, in Computer Science or related field at Assistant Professor level.

Primary responsibilities for Assistant Professor will include teaching a range of computer science courses like cybersecurity, Computer engineering, robotics, forensics, data analytics/data science, blockchain, web development, software development, artificial intelligence/machine learning, cloud computing. The successful candidate will also be required to participate in departmental, divisional, and college-wide initiatives, engage in scholarly research, provide academic advisement, student recruitment and guidance, and contribute to curricula and program development.

QUALIFICATIONS

Ph.D. in Computer Science, or related field, with a strong record of scholarly research and peer-reviewed publications. Preference will be given to candidates who can teach more than one of the following specializations: Cybersecurity, Computer engineering, software engineering, mobile and web development, digital forensics, security, data science, and artificial intelligence.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Demonstrate the ability to teach effectively. Experience with curriculum development. Experience in student mentorship and guidance. Ability to collaborate with others for the good of the institution. Experience or the ability to teach a diverse student population which includes underrepresented communities.

COMPENSATION

Salary $68,364 - $82,663

CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

HOW TO APPLY

Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

Candidates should provide a CV/resume and statement of scholarly interests.

CLOSING DATE

January 11th, 2026

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Faculty

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.