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An Assistant Professor of Computer Science is an entry-level faculty member at a college or university who teaches undergraduate and/or graduate courses, conducts research in computer science, and contributes to the academic community through service. Their responsibilities often include developing curriculum, mentoring students, publishing scholarly articles, and seeking research funding. They may also participate in departmental committees and help organize academic events.

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To thrive as an Assistant Professor of Computer Science, you need an advanced degree (typically a Ph.D.) in computer science or a related field, along with a solid research background and teaching experience. Familiarity with programming languages, learning management systems (LMS), and research tools like LaTeX and version control systems is essential. Strong communication, mentorship, and organizational skills help foster student learning and collaboration with colleagues. These skills and qualities are critical for effectively educating students, advancing research, and contributing to the academic community.

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Assistant Professors of Computer Science often find it challenging to balance the demands of conducting impactful research with the responsibilities of teaching and mentoring students. Managing time effectively between preparing lectures, grading, advising students, and pursuing research projects is essential. Additionally, there is often pressure to publish regularly and secure research funding, which requires strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks. Collaborating with colleagues and involving students in research can help manage workload and foster a supportive academic environment.

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Assistant Professor of Computer Science 214207

Oklahoma State University

Stillwater, OK • On-site

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

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Job description

Assistant Professor of Computer Science 214207

Apply now Job no: 494929
Work type: Faculty
Location: Stillwater
Categories: Faculty/Instructor

Campus

OSU-Stillwater

Contact Name & Email

Dr. Roger Mailler, roger.mailler@okstate.edu

Work Schedule

TBD

Appointment Length

9 months or less

Hiring Range

Commensurate with education and experience

Priority Application Date

While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by October 1, 2026, to ensure full consideration.

Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply, please submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, research statement, teaching philosophy, and contact information from a minimum of three professional references. For full consideration, please submit application materials by October 1, 2026. For questions or more information, please contact faculty-search@cs.okstate.edu.

About this Position

Assistant Professor of Computer Science

The Oklahoma State University (OSU) Department of Computer Science is seeking applications for an assistant professor in a tenure-track position with a start date of January 2027. Preferred research and teaching interests are in artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data analytics, or related areas with a solid track record in the core Computer Science domains.

Responsibilities

We are seeking a dynamic applicant to expand the department's excellence in the educational, research and outreach mission of our department. The successful candidate should have a demonstrated research record along with the potential for teaching, program growth, and service excellence. Faculty are expected to pursue research collaborations with other faculty, industry, and research institutions as well as to further the university's land grant mission through excellence in teaching and outreach activities. All faculty members are also expected to support the department's efforts in developing and teaching courses for our online certificate and degree programs and may be assigned to either the Tulsa or Stillwater campus.

About the Department of Computer Science

The OSU Department of Computer Science (https://cs.okstate.edu) is strongly committed to excellence in research, teaching, and outreach.  The Department offers B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in Computer Science, a B.S. degree in Applied Computer Programming, and two new interdisciplinary M.S. programs in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science. The Department also offers online courses to students at remote sites.  Our recent student enrollment is approximately 420 undergraduate and 100 graduate students across all our majors with expected continued growth over the coming years.

About Oklahoma State University

With a 130-year history, Oklahoma State University is one of the nation's most comprehensive land-grant university systems. The OSU System has over 34,000 students, 7,400 employees, and campuses in Stillwater, Tulsa, Oklahoma City, and Okmulgee. Exceptional strengths in the sciences, social sciences, and arts and humanities in the College of Arts and Sciences as well as institutional strengths in engineering, agriculture, and business are distinguishing features of the University.

Stillwater is a growing community consistently winning awards for best places to live, most recently in Money Magazine. It is about a 1-hour drive from both Oklahoma City and Tulsa. The addition of commercial air travel, wide availability of gigabit internet, and the McKnight Center for the Performing Arts enhance Stillwater's vibrant culture. The cost of housing is roughly 80% of the national average.

This position is contingent upon available funding.

Required Qualifications
  • Ph.D in Computer Science or closely related discipline. 
    (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)

  • Demonstrated research background as evidenced by conference and journal publications.

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively mentor and collaborate with students and colleagues.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Evidence of high-quality research with a trajectory of building a national profile.

  • Evidence of successful college or university-level teaching and mentorship.

Advertised: 20 Aug 2026 Central Daylight Time
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