Computer Science - Associate Professor - 527828

DepartmentComputer Science RankAssociate Professor Position SummaryThe Department of Computer Science (CS) and the Lee J. Styslinger Jr. College of Engineering at The University of Alabama invite applications for multiple tenure-track faculty positions at all ranks for candidates with research interests across all domains relevant to computer science. Candidates with research in Quantum Information Systems, High-Performance Computing, and Augmented/Virtual Reality are of particular interest. Detailed Position InformationThe Department of Computer Science (CS: and the Lee J. Styslinger Jr. College of Engineering (SCoE:at The University of Alabama (UA: invite applications for multiple tenure-track and tenured faculty positions at all ranks, including Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor levels, within the CS department.This posting is specific for candidates applying for a position at the rank of Associate Professor. Applications from candidates with appropriate experience and a strong record of scholarly productivity and impact who would seek appointment at the rank of Assistant or Full Professor should apply through related postings advertised at those other position/rank levels.Candidates with prestigious achievements in their field and exceptional national and international reputations will be eligible for consideration for significant endowment support through appointment as an Endowed Shelby Distinguished Professor (These Endowed Shelby Distinguished Professor are one of the most prestigious honors bestowed upon faculty at The University of Alabama. Candidates wishing to be considered for such an appointment should indicate this in their cover letter.Towards achieving excellence in all our efforts, the CS department and the Styslinger College of Engineering seek to hire faculty that can contribute to both: (1) build upon existing strengths in the Department, College, and University and (2) expand the scope of research within the department, College, and UA as a whole.Candidates with research interests across ALL domains relevant to computer sciences are encouraged to apply. Candidates with research in Quantum Information Systems, High-Performance Computing, and Augmented/Virtual Reality are of particular interest.There are numerous exciting developments around the department, the College, and the campus that provide outstanding support to the department’s faculty. The University has demonstrated strong institutional support for quantum research, as highlighted by the recent appointments of distinguished professors in this and related areas as the inaugural Endowed Shelby Distinguished Professor. The University has an ongoing project to build the next-generation High Performance Computing (HPC) and Data Center on campus and will provide the infrastructure and instrumentation to support cutting-edge computational research for many years to come.The CS department and College consider teaching, research, and service as the three critical and complimentary portions of their overall mission. Candidates must demonstrate a clear potential to successfully develop, lead, mentor, and extramurally fund a highly productive research group with significant scholarly impact in a focus area with long-term potential to further build upon the rapid rise and great success of the CS department and the College. An ability to collaborate with existing faculty in the key focus areas both within the CS department and the College, as well as potential colleagues across the campus, is also highly desirable. The department, college and university are also notable for the collegial, welcoming and supportive spirit built into the fabric of who we are and how we interact across our college family of students, faculty, and staff. It is therefore expected that candidates demonstrate an ability to support this important aspect of our community. The CS department and College also pride themselves on the outstanding educational experience provided to their students, and thus faculty candidates must demonstrate an ability to develop and teach courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels in the faculty member’s area(s) of expertise, as well as to teach courses that support the delivery and accreditation of the CS department’s core degree programs.At the undergraduate level, the department offers Bachelor of Science degrees in Computer Science and Cyber Security, with undergraduate student enrollments in the department consistently being maintained at approximately 1000 students. The department also offers minors in computer science and computing technology and applications. At the graduate level, the department offers the Master of Science degrees in Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence, and the Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science. Graduate enrollments in the department are currently on the order of 100 students and growing quickly as the research programs in the department continue to grow rapidly.Appointments to the faculty of The University of Alabama are based on the personnel requirements of the University’s academic programs and on the goal of achieving and maintaining excellence in its teaching, research, and service/academic citizenship activities. Minimum Qualifications Earned Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution. Exemplary record of prior research work and an exceptional record of impactful scholarly publications in refereed journals, conference proceedings, and similarly impactful venues. Demonstrated interest and record in computer science education and professional service in area(s) of specialization. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Evidence of construction and sustainment of a quality research program. Exhibit excellent teaching at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. Applicants must also meet all university criteria for appointment to the rank of Associate Professor. Preferred Qualifications 5+ years of experience as a tenured faculty member at a leading peer R1 institution. Demonstrated record of high-quality research and scholarly publications that is recognized nationally and internationally. Significant record of scholarship in a computer science or closely related department with both undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Evidence of success in securing competitive external research funding. Exceptional collegial, interpersonal, and mentoring skills. Instructions and Required Materials for ApplicationRequired application documents include a: (1) cover letter that includes the department name, the rank of position for which the candidate is applying (i.e. Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor), and a brief description of the area(s) of specialization for the candidate; (2) a resume/curriculum vitae; (3) a three to five page statement of research interests and plans; (4) a one to two page statement of three teaching interests and plans; and (5) the names and contact information for at least four professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately. Applications are preferred on or before November 21, 2025 to receive fullest consideration, but the search will continue until the positions are filled. A position start date of August 16, 2026 would be typical, but flexibility with respect to start date is possible.

Created: 2025-11-15