Assistant/Associate/Full Professor - College of Computing

The College of Computing at Grand Valley State University is expanding and inviting applications for tenured and tenure-track positions across all ranks. You will have the opportunity to expand our research and teaching portfolio and increase the impact via multidisciplinary collaborations. You can contribute by teaching in comprehensive degree programs and designing new programs to prepare career-ready talent in cutting-edge areas of computing. While all areas of Computer Science or closely related areas are encouraged to apply, preference will be given to candidates with teaching and/or research background in Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, Data Science, Health and Bioinformatics, and Human Centered Computing/Design to fill 8 available positions beginning August 2025. Applicants of all ranks require an earned doctorate in Computer Science, or a closely related field by the appointment date. Applicants for tenured Associate and Full Professor must have academic experience demonstrating excellent teaching and a strong scholarship record, with a history of successful grant writing. We offer competitive salaries and generous start-up packages to support faculty in initiating and sustaining their research projects. The College of Computing offers professional development, industry collaboration, and interdisciplinary research opportunities with other colleges. The College of Computing values a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to the development of diverse and culturally intelligent faculty who thrive and contribute to a positive and inclusive environment.

Salary & Benefits:

Minimum starting salary of $100,000, commensurate with experience

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, generous employer retirement contributions, wellness resources and tuition waiver effective on date of hire.

Primary Duties:

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses

• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students

• Establish a robust, externally funded research program

• Publish in peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings

Required Qualifications and Education (Assistant and Associate/Full Professor):

• Ph.D. in Computer Science, or a closely-related field

• Record of teaching excellence commensurate with desired rank

• Record of research and scholarly publications commensurate with desired rank

• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

• Record of external funding commensurate with desired rank

• Record of leadership and mentorship commensurate with desired rank

 

Preferred Qualifications and Education (Assistant Professor and Associate/Full Professor):

• Teaching and/or research background in Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, Data Science, Health and Bioinformatics, and Human Centered Computing/Design

Preferred Qualifications and Education (Associate/Full Professor):

• Academic experience demonstrating excellent teaching

• Strong scholarship record with a history of successful grant writing

Working Conditions:

Normal office environment. Some travel may be required.

Grand Valley has over 24,000 students. The College of Computing has over 50 full-time faculty, approximately 1,000 undergraduate students and 400 graduate students. We focus on experiential learning with opportunities for faculty-industry collaboration via our Applied Computing Institute, and the Institute for Cybersecurity Education and Research. The College of Computing offers ABET accredited undergraduate programs, several minors, badges and graduate degrees

The Grand Valley campuses are in Allendale and downtown Grand Rapids, which is the second largest metropolitan area in Michigan. The area offers numerous cultural and recreational opportunities, a moderate cost of living, and a high quality of life.  Visit www.experiencegr.com or www.hellowestmichigan.com for info