Assistant/Associate Professor, Computer Science

Job Title

Assistant/Associate Professor, Computer Science

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

College of Engineering - Computing Sciences

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

The Department of Computer Science at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi (TAMU-CC) invites applications for a 9-Month Tenure-Track Assistant or Associate Professor, Computer Science to begin Fall 2025. The department offers BS, MS, and PhD degrees in Computer Science, as well as BS and MS degrees in Geospatial Sciences.

The primary responsibilities of this position include: (1) teaching undergraduate and graduate-level courses, (2) establishing and leading an active, externally funded research program, (3) publishing research findings in reputable journals or conferences, and (4) advising undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students. While all areas of computer science will be considered, the department particularly welcomes applicants with research expertise in the following areas (though not limited to these):

• AI and Machine Learning

• Cybersecurity and Privacy

• Robotics and Autonomous Systems

• Cloud Computing and Edge Computing

The Department of Computer Science prepares students to pursue productive careers and advanced degrees in computer science or geospatial information science. Information about the department is available at http://csci.tamucc.edu/. The department faculty direct various research labs including MANTIS Lab, iCORE Lab, AioE Lab, Pegasus Lab for High Performance Systems, Software and System Security Lab, and Cybersecurity Research and Innovation Lab (CRIL), and have research collaborations with the Conrad Blucher Institute for Surveying and Science, Harte Research Institute, and Autonomy Research Institute. The department has 23 full-time faculty with more than 300 BS, 350 MS and 30 doctoral students.

The department’s faculty are active in research areas including machine learning, computer networks, programming languages, software engineering, cybersecurity, high performance

computing, IoT, UAS, and geospatial systems.

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a vibrant, Hispanic and Minority Serving R2 Doctoral Research Institution that proudly provides a solid academic reputation, renowned faculty, and highly rated degree programs since 1947. The University has a heritage of teaching excellence with innovation in research and community engagement as part of the distinguished Texas A&M System. State-of-the-art classroom and laboratory buildings, support facilities, and recognized faculty strategically position TAMU-CC to achieve its goal of national and international prominence. TAMU-CC is the only university in the nation located on its own island, at the heart of the Texas Gulf Coast. With palm tree lined pathways throughout the campus, nearby natural wetlands, a scenic hike-and-bike trail and pristine views of the beach and bays, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a first-choice institution.

Required Qualifications:

Assistant Rank:

• An earned Doctoral Degree in Computer Science or a closely related field. Advanced ABD will be considered; degree must be conferred at the time of appointment.

• A strong track record of original research with publications in leading venues such as IEEE/ACM.

Associate Rank:

• An earned Doctoral Degree in Computer Science or closely related field.

• A strong track record of original research with publications in leading venues such as IEEE/ACM.

• Five (5) years of full-time university faculty experience including at least four (4) years in the rank of Assistant Professor. Related professional experience may substitute in rare cases.

Preferred Qualifications for ALL Ranks:

• Experience in teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels or evidence of teaching potentia