Assistant/Associate Professor

The Computer Science department has eleven tenured or tenure-track positions and also employs fixed-term and adjunct instructors. Current areas of research in the department include software engineering, artificial intelligence, data management and mining, computer vision, information retrieval, cybersecurity, programming languages, and computer science education. The department offers five degree programs: a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, a Bachelor of Science degree in Software Engineering, and Master's degrees in Computer Science, Data Science, and Software Engineering. Approximately 500 undergraduate and 100 graduate students are enrolled in these programs.

East Carolina University is a Doctoral/Research-Intensive level university with an enrollment of over 27,000 students. We offer a distinctive educational experience based on a strong tradition of teaching excellence, comprehensive research, and regional outreach. The campus is located in Greenville, North Carolina, about 25 minutes from the Pamlico Sound, one-and-half hours either from the state capital (Raleigh) or the beaches of the Outer Banks.

The Department of Computer Science at East Carolina University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level, to begin August 2025. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Computer Science, Software Engineering, and Data Science, mentor diverse students, develop collaborative research, establish an externally funded research program, and publish scholarly work.

Candidates are required to have a terminal degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Data Science from a regionally accredited institution and a demonstrated potential for developing a research program at ECU. Candidates with PhD conferred at the time of initial appointment will hold the probationary rank of Assistant Professor. Rank will be commensurate with education and experience. For appointment as an Assistant Professor, candidates must have a conferred PhD and have indicators for success in building a robust, independent research program, effective teaching and advising, and service to the department. For appointment as an Associate Professor, candidates must fulfill the requirements of the appointment of Assistant Professor, including a conferred PhD, and demonstrate consistent and excellent achievements in research productivity, teaching, and professional service. ABD candidates will be considered. ABD candidates will be appointed with the probationary term rank of Assistant Professor and must have the terminal degree conferred prior to the first reappointment.

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The department is particularly interested in strong candidates in areas including software engineering, computer Science, and data science. Preferred candidates should have a demonstrated record of scholarly work and potential to establish a robust research program, dedication to high-quality teaching, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and commitment to collaborate with diverse and internal external groups.

East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae/resume, and a list of four references, including contact information, online. In addition, please submit additional documents #1 and # 2: Statement of Research Interests/Plans (2 pages), and Statement of Teaching Philosophy, Experience, and Interests (2 pages). Additionally, original letters of reference will be collected through People Admin as required for employment. Please be aware that if selected as a candidate of choice, an automatic e-mail will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the References section of the People Admin applicant tracking system. Letters of reference submitted via the People Admin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered towards meeting this requirement. For letters of reference not submitted via the People Admin applicant tracking system, please have the original signed letters mailed to Turrochelle McEachern, College of Engineering and Technology, 100 Science and Technology Building, Mail Stop 507, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC 27858. The candidate of choice will also be required to submit an original official transcript.

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