"Computer Science - Open Rank Tenure Track Position"

The Department of Computer Science at Hope College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level to begin in Fall 2026. Outstanding candidates at higher ranks will also be considered. We welcome applicants from all areas of computer science, with preference for those whose interests broaden and complement the department’s strengths.

Hope’s Computer Science department is a vibrant, collegial community of teacher-scholars committed to undergraduate education and inclusive excellence. Our small class sizes are taught exclusively by dedicated faculty, allowing for personal attention and mentorship. Students and faculty work together on research and software development projects, and build strong relationships in and out of the classroom.

Teaching responsibilities include:

• A 3-3 teaching load (three courses per semester), covering courses from introductory programming through advanced electives in your area of specialty.
• Creating an engaging and supportive learning environment, with close faculty-student interaction.
• Academic advising, career guidance, and mentoring students from diverse backgrounds.

Scholarly and professional expectations include:

• Establishing a productive research or scholarly program involving undergraduates, whether through traditional research or collaborative software development projects.
• Publishing work in journals, conferences, or other appropriate venues, with student co-authors.
• Seeking external funding to support research, curricular, or scholarly initiatives.

Professional and community highlights:

• Support for professional growth: Hope College provides generous startup funds, internal grants, and ongoing professional development and mentoring for new faculty. Some support is available for professional travel and research activities.
• Faculty community and innovation: The college promotes a collaborative, interdisciplinary culture with frequent workshops, faculty gatherings, and encouragement to develop new courses, programs, and teaching methods.
• Student profile: Our students are highly motivated, diverse, and active in internships, research, and industry projects.
• Work-life balance: Holland is a family-friendly community with excellent schools, parks, and a vibrant downtown. Hope offers competitive benefits and a supportive environment for new faculty and their families.
• Departmental values: We value collegiality, curiosity, adaptability, and a genuine commitment to student success.

Hope’s Computer Science program is part of a thriving STEM division with active cross-disciplinary collaboration. The department and college prioritize sustaining a supportive, welcoming, and inclusive environment to prepare students for careers in an increasingly multicultural and global community.

About Hope College and Holland, MI: Hope College is a nationally recognized, undergraduate, residential, Christian liberal arts college located in beautiful Holland, Michigan—just minutes from Lake Michigan and two blocks from a vibrant downtown. The College enrolls 3,200 students and is known for high-impact teaching, student-faculty scholarship, and a close-knit campus community. The college is well-equipped and situated in a region that combines the charm of a small town with proximity to urban centers like Grand Rapids and Chicago.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field (ABD considered with expected completion by August 2026).
• Commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching and mentoring, with a passion for engaging students in both the classroom and through research or software development projects.
• Evidence of the potential for (or record of) productive scholarly activity involving undergraduates, including publications and/or external funding.
• Ability to teach a broad range of courses across the undergraduate curriculum, including introductory programming, core CS topics, and upper-level electives in the applicant’s area of expertise.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a diverse and inclusive academic community.
• Successful applicants will demonstrate a commitment to all aspects of Hope’s mission as a liberal arts college. We are grounded in robust ecumenical Christian aspirations and strive daily for inclusive excellence. As part of the application, we ask all candidates to describe how they will engage and support the holistic mission of the College, particularly how their Christian faith and commitment to the liberal arts, and inclusive excellence shapes their approaches and identities as teachers, scholars, and mentors.