Appointment Status: Tenure Track Department: IU South Bend Computer Science Location South Bend Position Summary The Department of Computer and
Information Sciences at Indiana University South Bend welcomes applications for a full-time Tenure-Track Assistant Professor position beginning August 1, 2027. We seek candidates who have earned, or are nearing completion of, a PhD in Computer Science or a closely related field, with research interests, experience, and demonstrated contributions in Artificial Intelligence. The successful candidate will contribute to our academic mission through teaching, scholarship, and service. The full-time load (100% FTE) is 12 credit hours (typically four courses) each fall and spring semester, with one course reassigned time for scholarly and creative activities following university & campus policies. The successful candidate will teach three courses per semester, contribute to service, and have an active scholarship program. Faculty may be required to teach online and nonstandard hours. Salary and benefits are competitive. About the Department: The Department of Computer and Information Sciences at Indiana University South Bend offers undergraduate and/or graduate majors in Computer Science, Informatics, New Media, Data Science, and related fields. The department emphasizes high-quality teaching, active faculty scholarship, and strong connections to regional industry through internships, applied projects, and community engagement. The department is committed to preparing students for successful careers while fostering an enjoyable and collaborative workplace for faculty. About Indiana University: South Bend Indiana University South Bend is a public, comprehensive and the largest regional campus of Indiana University, serving northern Indiana and southwest Michigan. Located along the St. Joseph River, the campus is known for its strong emphasis on teaching excellence, undergraduate research, faculty student interaction, commitment to access and community engagement within a supportive academic environment. EO/AA Statement: Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information. Campus Safety and Security: The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD. https://protect.iu.edu/police-safety/annual-reports/index.html Basic Qualifications Required: Ph. D. in Computer Science or related field by August 1, 2027. Teaching experience in computer science. Effective oral and written communication skills. Preferred: Ph. D. in Computer Science with AI research experience. Ability to teach core computer science courses at multiple levels. Ability to teach online classes Department Contact for Questions Name: Dana Vrajitoru Email: dvrajito@iu.edu Salary and Rank $80,000-$90,000 (FTT) Special Instructions Interested candidates must submit the following items for consideration: A letter of application that addresses the candidate's qualifications that includes a list of IU South Bend computer courses that you are able to teach A curriculum vitae - A research statement including future plans A teaching statement (or philosophy) Contact information (phone and email) for at least three references Unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts For Best Consideration Date: 01/01/2027 Expected Start Date: 08/01/2027 Posting Number IU-101668-2026
