Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science
Wake Forest University

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** Cover letter required for all positions and optional for facilities, campus services, and hospitality positions unless otherwise specified. Job Description SummaryThe Department of Computer Science at Wake Forest University is seeking applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position to begin July 2025. Successful candidates should have a demonstrated potential for a strong research program in their areas of interest and a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate education as well as student engagement.Job Description:

The Department is seeking exceptional candidates with teaching competency in systems or algorithms. Preference will be given to candidates whose research complements and strengthens existing areas of expertise within the Department, which includes high performance computing, security, machine learning, computational biology/biomedical informatics, and computer vision and imaging.

Applicants should have completed a PhD in Computer Science or a closely related field by the time of appointment. Candidates should be able to develop a visible, externally funded research program that expands the Department's research expertise or synergistically supports current research groups, within a setting that values high-quality teaching and mentorship of both undergraduate and graduate students. The typical teaching load is a total of four courses (2+2) each academic year.

The Department prides itself on engaging students in and out of the classroom, providing rich opportunities for students to work closely with faculty members in their scholarship, and is highly supportive of interdisciplinary research.

There are currently fourteen full-time faculty members, approximately 160 declared majors and minors, and fifteen Masters-level graduate students within the Department. Additional information about the Department is available at: http://college.wfu.edu/cs

Application Process

Applications will be accepted and receive full consideration through November 18, 2024, with review of applications beginning immediately. Inquiries about the position or Department can be directed to Dr. William Turkett (chair of the department) at turketwh@wfu.edu. Inquiries about submission of the application materials should be directed to wakejobs@wfu.edu.

Additional Job Description

Interested applicants should apply via the University's career website at: http://www.wfu.careers/. The application should be submitted as PDF files which include all of the following: (1) a cover letter highlighting the applicant's interest in the position, (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) a research statement, (4) a statement of teaching philosophy, (5) a statement addressing previous and/or planned contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion through mentorship, teaching, and/or research, and (6) a list of at least three references including contact information. The research, teaching, and DEI contributions statements each should be no more than five pages in length, and the cover letter should be no more than two pages. References will be contacted only for short-listed candidates and with prior approval. If access to the internet is a difficulty, a hard copy of the application can be submitted to: Department of Computer Science, P.O. Box 7311 Reynolda Station, Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, NC 27109.

Wake Forest University is a private, coeducational institution dedicated to academic excellence in liberal arts, graduate, and professional education. Founded in 1834, the University is ranked among the top 50 national universities. With approximately 5,200 undergraduates and 3,200 graduate and professional students, the student-faculty ratio is around 11:1. Wake Forest is a collegiate university offering a vibrant intellectual community with a rich cultural life, an impressive array of facilities, and an active athletics community. The University has a deep institutional commitment to public service and engagement with the world, as indicated by the motto "Pro Humanitate." For quick facts about the University, visit http://about.wfu.edu.

Wake Forest University welcomes and encourages diversity and inclusivity, and seeks applicants with demonstrated success in working with diverse populations. Wake Forest University is an AA/EO employer and values an inclusive and diverse learning community and campus climate.

Time Type RequirementFull timeIn order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations for all final faculty candidates being considered for employment.Wake Forest seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce while promoting an inclusive work environment committed to excellence in the spirit of Pro Humanitate. In adherence with applicable laws and as provided by University policies, the University prohibits discrimination in its employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and veteran status and encourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply.

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