Brandeis University, Computer Science Department
Position ID:
Brandeis-COSCI-OTSASST [#29242]
Position Title:
Assistant Professor of Computer Science
Position Type:
Non tenure-track faculty
Position Location:
Waltham, Massachusetts 02453, United States of America
Subject Area:
Starting Date:
2025/07/01
Appl Deadline:
finished (2024/11/14, finished 2025/11/15, listed until 2025/05/14)
Position Description:
*** this position has been closed and new applications are no longer accepted. ***
Position Description
Description: The Department of Computer Science at Brandeis University invites applications for a full-time teaching position. The faculty rank is open and will be determined based on the candidate's experience and qualifications. This is an outside-the-tenure structure (OTS) position, beginning in Fall 2025. We are looking for exceptional candidates to teach a variety of core computer science courses, as well as upper-level and graduate electives within their areas of expertise. We are particularly interested in individuals with an interest in teaching electives in all areas of Data Science, including big data analytics, statistical modeling, data engineering, and data ethics. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to excellence in undergraduate education and actively engage in the department’s academic community. Responsibilities include advising, participating in faculty meetings, supporting undergraduate and graduate research, and contributing to the department's teaching and research mission at Brandeis. Qualifications: A Ph.D. in Computer Science, or Data Science (all-but-dissertation candidates will be considered if they are near completion). The ideal candidate should have prior teaching experience, particularly with undergraduate students, and an engaging approach to instruction. A strong commitment to teaching and mentoring is essential. About The Department: 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, and political science, among others. Equal Opportunity Statement Brandeis University is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, gender identity and expression, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, genetic information, disability, caste, military or veteran status or any other category protected by law (also known as membership in a "protected class"). Application Instructions Applicants should submit the following: (1) a cover letter, (2) a CV, (3) a teaching statement, (4) a sample of classroom materials developed, such as a syllabus or a homework assignment, (5) contact information for at least three reference letters to be submitted to AcademicJobsOnline. Applications are considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Brandeis University is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all areas of faculty effort, including scholarship, instruction, and service. Applicants should address at least one of these areas of faculty effort in their cover letter or in a separate statement, indicating how their experiences, interests, commitments, or future goals could promote and build departmental and institutional pluralism, justice, and unity. Application materials should be uploaded to AcademicJobsOnline at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/29242 Questions about the position should be directed to Professor Antonella Di Lillo dilant@brandeis.edu. Additional information about the Department is available at https:// www.brandeis.edu/computer-science.The university’s pay ranges represent a good faith estimate of what Brandeis reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of posting. The pay offered to a selected candidate during hiring will be based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience and education/training, internal peer equity, and applicable legal requirements. Brandeis University is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, gender identity and expression, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, genetic information, disability, caste, military or veteran status or any other category protected by law (also known as membership in a "protected class"). It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Teaching statement
- Sample of Classroom Materials
- Three references (actual letters acceptable but not required, just names and email addresses
)
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