Brandeis University, Computer Science Department
Position ID:
Position Title:
Assistant/Associate Professsor of Computer Science
Position Type:
Tenured/Tenure-track faculty
Position Location:
Waltham, Massachusetts 02453, United States of America
Subject Area:
Starting Date:
2025/07/01
Appl Deadline:
2024/12/20 11:59PM
(posted 2024/10/09, listed until 2025/04/09)
(posted 2024/10/09, listed until 2025/04/09)Position Description:
Position Description
The Department of Computer Science at Brandeis University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in the area of Cyber Security and Privacy beginning Fall 2025. Qualifications required of all applicants include a Ph.D., awarded by Fall 2025, in Computer Science or a related discipline, a strong research record, and a commitment to teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. We seek exceptional candidates in all areas of Cybersecurity and Privacy as well as candidates exploring emerging or interdisciplinary topics that push the boundaries of these fields. Applications for associate professor level will be considered in exceptional cases. This position is subject to budgetary approval. The Department consists of a diverse group of 18 full-time faculty members and researchers and offers programs leading to B.A./B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in Computer Science. The Department has research strengths in data systems, distributed systems, machine learning, computational linguistics, computer vision and software design and implementation. In addition, members of the Department collaborate closely with faculty across the university including biology, neuroscience, economics, physics, political science, among others. At Brandeis, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential components of academic excellence. Brandeis University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that is committed to creating equitable access and opportunities for applicants to all employment positions. Because diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of Brandeis’ history and mission, we value and are seeking candidates that represent a variety of social identities, including those that have been underrepresented in higher education, who possess skills that spark innovation, and who, through their scholarly pursuits, teaching, and/or service experiences, bring expertise in building, engaging, and sustaining a pluralistic, just, and inclusive campus community. Applicants should submit a CV, research statement, and teaching statement, and arrange for at least three reference letters to be submitted to AcademicJobsOnline. Because Brandeis is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all areas of faculty effort, applicants should address at least one of these areas in their cover letter and/or the teaching statement. Qualified applicants should apply at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/28808. First consideration will be given to applications received by December 20, 2025. Questions about the position can be directed to Professor Liuba Shrira at [liuba@brandeis.edu]. Additional information about the Department is available at https:// www.brandeis.edu/computer-science.Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement
- Teaching statement
- Three reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site )
And anything else requested in the position description.
Further Info:
Search Committee Chair
Department of Computer Science - MS 018
Brandeis University
415 South Street
Waltham, MA 02453
Department of Computer Science - MS 018
Brandeis University
415 South Street
Waltham, MA 02453