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Job Title
Assistant Professor of Computer Science
Agency
West Texas A&M University
Department
Engineering & Computer Science
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Canyon, Texas
Job Type
Faculty
Job Description
NOTICE - All posted positions are subject to budget approval.
Job Summary:
The College of Engineering at West Texas A&M University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor or Associate Professor position in computer science. Applicants must have an earned doctorate in computer science or an appropriate closely related discipline. We invite applicants from all major CS areas, including but not limited to Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Mainframe Computing, and more. Candidates with a strong background in computer science and mathematics are preferred. The chosen candidate will be expected to teach at both the undergraduate and graduate level, actively seek research grants, participate in all aspects of the college's mission, and serve the profession. Strong written and verbal communication skills are required. Applicants should consult the college's web page to review our academic and research programs. Applicants will be evaluated based on current credentials as well as potential for future impact.
The College of Engineering includes 45 full-time faculty, over 750 undergraduate and 120 graduate students across programs in mechanical, civil, electrical, and environmental engineering, engineering technology, computer science, and mathematics. We are committed to student-centered learning, industry collaboration, and research with real-world impact, particularly in rural regions like the Texas Panhandle. Learn more: https://www.wtamu.edu/academics/college-engineering/index.html
Work Performed:
Tenure-track faculty are expected to:
• Establish a sustainable, nationally recognized research program.
• Recruit and mentor graduate students through externally funded research.
• Publish high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship.
• Innovate in teaching and curriculum development.
• Engage in institutional, professional, and community service.
Necessary Qualifications:
• Ph.D. in Computer Science or closely related disciplines (Required)
• Ability to teach undergraduate computer science courses.
• Demonstrated potential for impactful research and external funding.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching, advising, and mentoring students at all levels.
• Capacity to contribute to interdisciplinary collaboration across programs.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Academic, industry, or teaching background in Computer Science core areas.
Applicant Instructions:
We require the following:

• Letter of interest or cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Portfolio of creative work (where applicable)
• Personal statement to include philosophy and plans for research, teaching and service, as applicable
• Samples of unpublished works or works in progress (where applicable)
• Unofficial Transcripts (Official transcripts are expected to be submitted promptly by the successful candidate)
• Three professional references

Please attach all documents in the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page before continuing through the application. Please use the "Upload" button to add each document individually. All revisions must be made prior to application submission. If you need assistance with uploading documents, please contact WTAMU Human Resources at hr@wtamu.edu.
Texas law requires that males age 18 through 25 be properly registered with the Selective Service System in order to be eligible for employment.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
The A&M System strives to maintain a competitive, high-quality benefit package to support the health and wellness needs of our workforce. This includes comprehensive health and welfare insurance plans, additional health and lifestyle programs, and optional retirement savings opportunities. Eligible employees will have access to paid leave programs in addition to 13-15 paid holidays each year. For more information regarding the benefit package go to: West Texas A&M University: Human Resources Benefits
All applicants must attest they are not employed by and do not have any connection or continuous connections to any government entity or political apparatus of a country listed in 15 C.F.R. § 791.4.
For additional questions or information regarding this position, please contact:
Search Committee Chair: Vinitha Hannah Subburaj
Department: College of Engineering
Phone: 806-651-5264
Email: vsubburaj@wtamu.edu
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.