American University of Beirut, Department of Computer Science

Position ID:

American University of Beirut-Department of Computer Science-TENURETRACKASSISTANTPROFESSOR [#31439]

Position Title:

Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Computer Science

Position Type:

Tenured/Tenure-track faculty

Position Location:

Beirut, Beirut 11072020, Lebanon

Subject Area:

Computer Science / Artificial Intelligence

Appl Deadline:

2026/02/28 11:59PM help popup

(posted 2025/12/19)

Position Description:

Position Description: The Department of Computer Science at the American University of Beirut invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning August, 2026. Candidates are expected to contribute to the department’s teaching, research, and service missions. Applicants should demonstrate strong potential for excellence in research and a commitment to high-quality teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. The successful candidate will be expected to: • Teach core and elective courses in Computer Science. • Supervise undergraduate and graduate student research. • Develop and sustain a strong research program with external funding. • Contribute to departmental, university, and professional service. Areas of Specialization: We seek candidates whose expertise complements and strengthens the department’s curriculum and research profile. Priority areas include (but are not limited to): • Artificial Intelligence and Data Science • Software Engineering • Cybersecurity and Privacy • High Performance Computing • Computer Graphics and Gaming • Theoretical Computer Science Outstanding candidates in other areas of Computer Science will also be considered. Qualifications: • A Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field (at the time of appointment). • Evidence of excellence in research and publication. • Evidence of or potential for teaching excellence. • Ability to contribute to departmental priorities in both undergraduate and graduate education. Application Instructions: Applicants should submit: 1. A cover letter describing their interest in the position. 2. Curriculum Vitae. 3. Research statement. 4. Teaching statement. 5. Service statement. 6. Names and contact information of at least three references. The application material should be submitted through Interfolio at this link: https://apply.interfolio.com/177100 Applications will be reviewed beginning February 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.

Within the framework of Lebanese Law, the American University of Beirut is an equal opportunity employer.

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Postal Mail:

: nr04@aub.edu.lb

Web Page: http://www.aub.edu.lb/fas