Description

Saint Louis University, a Catholic, Jesuit institution committed to excellence in teaching, research, health care, and service—invites applications for tenure-track and tenured faculty positions in the Department of Computer Science, beginning Fall 2026. Appointment rank is open and will be commensurate with experience. Outstanding candidates may be nominated for distinction as Saint Louis University Research Institute Fellows.

We are particularly interested in applicants with research and teaching interests in the areas of Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity, but exceptional candidates in all areas of Computer Science will be considered. New faculty will join a vibrant department with active research clusters in algorithms, artificial intelligence, bioinformatics, computer networking, computer vision, graphics and Virtual Reality, high-performance computing, human-computer interaction, cyber security and privacy.

Faculty members are expected to establish and sustain nationally or internationally recognized research programs, and to contribute to a diverse and dynamic curriculum at both undergraduate and graduate levels. A Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field is required at the time of appointment

The department currently offers a PhD in Computer Science, MS in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, and Bioinformatics, and BS programs in Computer Science and Data Science.  Faculty and students engage with strong institutional partners across campus, including the School of Medicine, the Chaifetz School of Business, the Taylor Geospatial Institute, as well as initiatives in innovation and entrepreneurship such as KEEN.

Application Requirements:

Applicants must submit the following materials:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Contact information for at least three references who can provide letters of recommendation
   

In addition, candidates should upload the following supplemental documents:

• A research statement outlining current work and future directions
• A teaching statement that reflects on the evolution of their teaching approach (if applicable), and identifies both existing and potential new courses within our department they are qualified to teach
• Review of complete applications will begin on December 15 and will continue until the positions are filled.

To apply, please use the following link: https://slu.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers/job/Ritter-Hall/Open-Rank-Professor---Computer-Science_2025-09061

Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.