Assistant/Associate Professor - Computer Systems & AI

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday

Job Location: Raleigh, NC

Department: Computer Science

About the Department

Founded in 1967, the NC State University Department of Computer Science is one of the oldest and most respected in the nation. With about 2,000 students, the department continues to grow to meet the demands of our high-impact profession. It is among the top schools in the nation in the number of awarded Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral degrees in computer science. ‘Engineering North Carolina’s Future’, the state’s plan to enroll an additional 4,000 students in the College of Engineering, is already underway. The university’s AI for Land-grant Impact Initiative further provides exciting interdisciplinary opportunities for research, discovery, education, and outreach. These investments from the university, local, and state partners set the department up for continued success.

With almost 70 tenured, tenure-track, and teaching faculty, the department has a collegial and collaborative culture. The department has a long tradition of leading computer science research with strong real-world impact. Software engineering, cybersecurity, AI education, cyber physical systems, systems and networking, foundational and applied AI are among the department’s research strengths. The department’s education programs are known for combining rigorous classroom teaching with hands-on projects and industry experience, preparing the next generation of computer scientists for success.

A key strength of the program is its location on NC State’s Centennial Campus, where academia and industry work side-by-side to develop the latest technologies, products, and services. The Research Triangle Park is a major hub for innovation and collaboration and boasts hundreds of top technology companies, research organizations, and startups. These close connections offer unparalleled career opportunities for students, research and tech transfer partnerships for faculty.

For more information, please visit https://www.csc.ncsu.edu/. Inquiries may be sent via email to csc-sys-search@lists.ncsu.edu.

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Essential Job Duties

The Department of Computer Science is looking to hire a tenure-track or tenured faculty member for August 2027 as part of NC State’s strategic engineering expansion. The Department of Computer Science expects to hire faculty predominantly at the Associate Professor level and exceptional Assistant Professors with strong research and funding records will also be considered. The department is seeking an excellent candidate in the following areas:

• AI Infrastructure and (Run-time) Systems
• Compilers and Programming Languages for AI
• Data-intensive High-performance Computing for AI Applications

As a faculty member for the Department of Computer Science, responsibilities would include, but not be limited to:

• Participate in both high-quality and engaging undergraduate and graduate instruction, including courses in computer systems and compilers.
• Attract external funding and conduct research programs to advance the department’s strengths and priorities on a continuous and sustainable basis.
• Direct graduate student research at the intersection of systems, software/compilers/programming languages, and artificial intelligence and mentor students for their career development.
• Perform both institutional services and professional services to ensure the sustainability, quality, and external visibility of our education programs and research activities and advance the profession of computer science.

Other Responsibilities

• Execute other position related duties, including teaching of other courses, creating new courses, as well as faculty service and other duties identified by the Department Head.

Minimum Education and Experience

• An earned doctorate degree in Computer Science or closely related field with experience in teaching at the four-year university level, or equivalent experience.

Other Required Qualifications

• Strong commitment to academic and research excellence, outstanding research and external funding records commensurate with the expectations of a major research university with a world-class engineering college.
• Excellent teaching skills at both undergraduate and graduate levels including the capacity to mentor students on research and teaching.
• An ability to attract external funding for research and conduct collaborative research projects supportive of the intersected area of computer systems and AI.
• Excellent verbal and writing skills are required.

Preferred Qualifications

• While the department expects to hire faculty predominantly at the Associate Professor level, exceptional Assistant Professors with strong research and funding records will also be considered.

Required License(s) or Certification(s)

• N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required: No

Commercial Driver's License required: No

Job Open Date: 10/16/2026

Anticipated Close Date: Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

Required attachments should include a cover letter, curriculum vita, teaching statement, research statement and contact information for three references.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, with an initial review target date of December 15, 2026, and continued on-going review past that date until the position is filled. A start date of August 16, 2027 or earlier is anticipated.

Position Number: 00102677

Position Type: Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week): 1.00

Appointment: 9 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather: Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events: Non Mandatory - Emergency Event

Department ID: 141901 - Computer Science Engineering

EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

NC State: Think and Do

NC State was founded with a purpose: to create economic, societal and intellectual prosperity for the people of North Carolina and the country. We began as a land-grant institution teaching the agricultural and mechanical arts. Today, we're a pre-eminent research enterprise with 12 colleges excelling in all major academic fields.

Our 34,000 high-performing students take what they learn in the classroom and apply it in the real world by conducting research, working in internships and co-ops, and performing acts of world-changing service. That experiential education ensures that they leave here ready to lead the workforce. NC State's 13:1 student-faculty ratio is one of the reasons why we're the best college for your money in North Carolina (Money) and the No. 5 best value among public universities nationally (U.S. News & World Report).