Assistant Professor

Institution: Tennessee Tech University Location: Cookeville, TN Posted: November 17, 2025 Position Type: Full-Time, Nine-Month, Tenure-Track Start Date: August 1, 2026 Salary: Commensurate with education and experience Job Purpose The Department of Computer Science seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in AI, machine learning, and data science. Candidates will contribute to curriculum development, research, and student mentoring. Essential Functions Teach undergraduate and graduate courses, primarily in AI, machine learning, and data science. Develop and enhance curriculum related to computer science pedagogy. Conduct and publish research; pursue external funding. Direct student projects and research at undergraduate and graduate levels. Serve on departmental, college, and university committees. Advise students on professional development and career opportunities. Minimum Qualifications Doctorate in Computer Science, AI, data science, or closely related field from an accredited institution by start date. Demonstrated ability and desire for teaching excellence in AI and data science. Potential for externally funded research. Scholarly activity as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Preferred Qualifications Expertise in AI and data science. Relevant teaching experience in AI, machine learning, or data science. Experience with AI/data science tools development, deployment, and management. Industry experience in AI or data science applications. Work Hours & Benefits Full-time, nine-month tenure-track schedule Benefits include: One sick day per month and thirteen university holidays Medical and life insurance (shared cost) Retirement plans, optional 401(k) Educational benefits Deferred income and benefits over 12 months Equal Opportunity Tennessee Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Top 2 Percent Scientists