Assistant Professor Positions in Computer Science, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

The Department of Computer Science at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI), in Troy, NY, invites applications from outstanding candidates for multiple tenure-track assistant professor positions in computer science. We are particularly interested in the areas of software, languages, and systems, algorithms and theory, natural language processing, computer vision, quantum computing, and cross-cutting topics. Strong applicants in other areas will also be considered.

RPI has invested significant resources into next generation computing and AI, with the launch of the Future of Computing Institute which focuses on new computing paradigms and AI to solve societal challenges. It is the first university in the world to house a 127-qubit IBM System One quantum computer. RPI is also a founding member of the $485M Empire AI initiative in New York State.

Candidates must have a PhD or equivalent in Computer Science or a related area, and they must show evidence of emerging research distinction and a clear interest in graduate and undergraduate education. Successful candidates will have duties that include developing and maintaining robust programs of research and scholarship, teaching graduate and undergraduate courses, and service to the department, to Rensselaer, and to the professional community.

Application instructions: Apply at https://careers.rpi.edu/en-us/job/494619 . Applications received on or before February 15, 2025 will receive priority consideration.

The expected hiring range is $125,000 - $135,000. We welcome candidates who will bring diverse cultural, ethnic, national and international perspectives to RPI’s work and campus communities. RPI is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity, Race/Gender/Veterans/Disability Employer.