Assistant/ Associate Professor – CSE at InsideHigherEd

Job Title: Assistant/ Associate Professor – CSE

Department: Computer Science and Software Engineering Department

Worker Type: Regular

Pay Type: Salary

Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.

Benefit Eligible: Yes

Screening Date: 2025-11-15

Job Description Summary: The Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering (CSE) invites applications for multiple tenure-track positions at the Assistant or Associate Professor level, beginning in August 2026.

Job Description

Successful candidates will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, develop and sustain a strong research program, mentor students, supervise graduate research, and contribute service to the department, university, and profession.

The CSE department is one of the largest at Miami University. It offers Bachelor of Science degrees in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, and Quantum Computing, as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science. A new Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence is currently awaiting state approval. At the graduate level, the Department offers a Master of Science in Computer Science (thesis option), a Master of Computer Science (course-only option), and a Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science.

Miami University and the CSE department are dedicated to fostering a supportive and collaborative environment that empowers faculty to thrive both professionally and personally. We offer robust resources for teaching and research, mentoring programs, and opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration—equipping faculty to excel in their fields and take on leadership roles. 

Minimum Qualifications:

Required: Doctorate in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering, cybersecurity, quantum computing or a closely related field (ABD candidates are welcome to apply but all degree requirements must be completed by date of appointment). Doctorate is required by December 31, 2026 for appointment to a second year.  Appointment to the rank of Associate Professor requires an established record of high-quality teaching and scholarship/research with a strong prospect for continuation. 

Candidates must demonstrate the ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses and to conduct impactful research. Applicants from all areas of Computer Science are encouraged to apply; however, particular emphasis will be placed on those specializing in Quantum Computing, Artificial Intelligence, or Cybersecurity.

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

Required Application Documents: Cover Letter, Current Curriculum Vitae, Research Statement, and Teaching statement

Special Instructions (if applicable): Inquiries may be directed to [email protected]. Screening of applications will begin November 15, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to [email protected] or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

Miami University Values Statement
Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility.

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Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to [email protected] or 513-529-3560.

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