"Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Computer Science"

Description

The Department of Computer Science at Washington and Lee University (cs.wlu.edu) invites applications for three tenure-track positions at the rank of Assistant Professor of Computer Science beginning July 1, 2026. We seek candidates who demonstrate potential to be excellent teacher/scholars, are dedicated to effective teaching, and can mentor and collaborate with undergraduates.

This position carries a 5-course teaching load distributed over Fall and Winter terms (12 weeks each) and the university's signature 4-week Spring Term. Candidates should be prepared to teach introductory courses--including for non-majors--as well as intermediate or advanced courses in computer science. Our introductory courses have an associated lab, which counts towards the teaching load. In addition to teaching courses, candidates should be able to sponsor student research in computer science.

Washington and Lee University (W&L) is a highly selective, independent, co-educational, liberal arts college of approximately 1880 undergraduate and 370 law students. Located in Lexington, VA, in the scenic Shenandoah Valley, W&L offers an exceptional quality of life and a welcoming community. Faculty benefit from robust institutional support, including a faculty mentorship program and resources designed to foster both professional and personal success. The Department of Computer Science consists of 7 faculty members (including the advertised positions), and offers a collegial working environment, an excellent student body, and opportunities for professional development. Learn more about what makes Washington and Lee University a great place to work and live at jobs.wlu.edu.

To achieve our mission as a liberal arts college, we strive to foster a welcoming campus community, which recognizes the value of all persons. Our department is committed to preparing our students for engaged citizenship by creating a positive learning and working environment for all through open and substantive dialogue. We welcome applications from candidates that would contribute to the University's mission and Strategic Plan.

Qualifications

Candidates are expected to hold a Ph.D. in computer science or a closely related field upon employment, be committed to excellence in undergraduate teaching, and exhibit potential for maintaining a viable research program. All areas of computer science will be considered.

Application Instructions

Applications received by October 3, 2025 will receive full consideration. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

Applications should include the following documents in PDF format to Interfolio at https://apply.interfolio.com/172754:

• a cover letter that includes what courses in our curriculum you are most excited about teaching and what courses you could add to our curriculum
• CV
• teaching statement
• research statement
• three confidential letters of reference

For more information and to apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/172754.

Washington and Lee is an Equal Opportunity Employer seeking candidates committed to high standards of scholarship, performance, professionalism, and to a welcoming campus community. Job description requirements are representative, but not all-inclusive of the knowledge, skill, and abilities needed to successfully perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.