Assistant Professor of Computer Science

Susquehanna University

Job Type: Faculty - Full-Time Benefits Eligible

FLSA: Exempt

Hours per week: Variable

Number of months: 9

Location: Selinsgrove, PA

Closing Date: Continuous

Job Summary

Susquehanna University invites applications for a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to start in August 2026.

Specific Responsibilities

Teaching duties will be 3 classes per semester and will include the entire range of Computer Science courses.

Minimum Qualifications

The area of research is open, but preference will be given to candidates with expertise in data science and machine learning. The candidate should have, or anticipate having by August 2026, a Ph.D. in Computer Science, with some background in Mathematics, or a Ph.D. in a related discipline, such as Data Science, Statistics, or Mathematics, with extensive Computer Science background and experience. Demonstrated success or evidence of potential to excel in teaching and advising undergraduates is essential, as is ongoing scholarly productivity and institutional service.

Additional Information for Applicant

Candidates in need of sponsorship now or in the future are welcome to apply. To apply, please submit the following online: A cover letter that addresses how the candidate's pedagogy and research would fit into the environment of a small liberal arts college with a focus on undergraduate teaching, A curriculum vitae, A statement of teaching philosophy and/or a teaching portfolio, A statement of research plans, including how undergraduates could be involved, Three letters of recommendation, at least one of which addresses teaching. Any inquiries should be sent to the department head, Dr. Alathea Jensen (jensena@susqu.edu). Review of applications will begin on November 3, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. Zoom interviews will be conducted in early December, with final on-campus interviews in mid-January. To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/susqu/jobs/5065923/assistant-professor-of-computer-science.