Inside Higher Ed
Tenure Track Faculty - Computer Science
Inside Higher Ed, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Computer Science – Inside Higher Ed
Job No: 498357 Work Type: Faculty Full-Time Location: Denver, CO Categories: Faculty, STEM Position Summary We invite applications for multiple nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor positions to begin in Fall 2026. The Department of Computer Science at the University of Denver (DU) is building an academically varied faculty with a strong commitment to responsible computing research and education for just futures. Listed in order of preference based on departmental need, we are particularly interested in passionate teacher-scholars who conduct research in artificial intelligence, security, games, and/or theory/algorithms. Applicants should demonstrate how their work aligns with one of the Ritchie School's strategic convergence areas of data science, artificial intelligence and security. The Ritchie School's existing research strengths include embodied AI and robotics, power and energy, and engineering in medicine. Successful candidates will be scholars who are committed to transforming learners into leaders through experiential, inclusive, and student-centered learning. Areas of Interest We seek candidates to advance the theory and application of artificial intelligence for the public good, addressing socio-technical challenges such as fairness, transparency, and ethical alignment, applying AI responsibly across domains like energy, sustainability, government, education, healthcare, law, and critical infrastructure. Other areas of particular interest include foundational and practical aspects of security and privacy, agentic security, critical infrastructure protection, artificial intelligence driven security and resilience, adversarial robustness, provenance tracking, and artificial intelligence assisted privacy management and governance. We also welcome applicants who research games and can integrate systems, algorithms, or artificial intelligence into their work, with active interest in contributing to our undergraduate game development program. Finally, we seek candidates focused on algorithmic theory with an emphasis on humane and responsible computing; cross-domain theoretical contributions (e.g., to games, AI, or other focus areas) are encouraged. Required Qualifications
PhD in Computer Science or closely related discipline by time of appointment. Evidence of research productivity and funding potential aligned with appointment level. Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate Computer Science courses. Interest in interdisciplinary collaboration within and beyond the Ritchie School. Commitment to inclusive excellence through teaching, research, and/or service. Preferred Qualifications
Experience applying computing to solve societal challenges and contribute to the public good. Demonstrated excellence in teaching and pedagogy that encourages community and belonging. Record of interdisciplinary work and/or externally funded research. Working Environment
Standard office environment. Unexpected interruptions occur often and stress level is moderate to high. Noise level is quiet to moderate. Physical Activities
Ability to work in front of a computer for extended periods of time. Occasionally required to move about the office/campus. Work Schedule While the University's administrative offices are open Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, faculty schedules vary from term to term and are based on courses taught, service commitments, and research agendas. The University's academic calendars are posted on the registrar's website. (Note: law school has a different calendar.) Application Deadline Submit your application materials by
4:00 p.m. (MST) November 30, 2025 . Special Instructions Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted. Salary and Benefits The salary range for the 9-month position is $100,000-$120,000. The salary grade is UC. The University of Denver offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO pass. The compensation range reflects good-faith estimates and may be adjusted based on qualifications, budget, equity considerations, and market information. Documents to Include with Application
Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter (include specifics about potential collaborations with faculty in our department) Research Statement (2-4 pages): describe future plans, funding potential, collaborative interests, and contribution to the public good Teaching Statement (2-3 pages): discuss pedagogy, inclusive learning, and ethics in teaching; describe inclusive strategies for broadening participation in computing References: 3-5 contacts (letters requested for shortlisted candidates) The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, marital or parental status, pregnancy, or veteran status. All offers are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check. To apply, visit https://jobs.du.edu/en-us/job/498357 Copyright ©2025 DU Jobelephant. All rights reserved. Note: This refined description excludes boilerplate and extraneous postings not directly related to the specified Tenure Track Faculty position in Computer Science at DU. It preserves the core information about responsibilities, qualifications, application process, and equal opportunity statements.
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Job No: 498357 Work Type: Faculty Full-Time Location: Denver, CO Categories: Faculty, STEM Position Summary We invite applications for multiple nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor positions to begin in Fall 2026. The Department of Computer Science at the University of Denver (DU) is building an academically varied faculty with a strong commitment to responsible computing research and education for just futures. Listed in order of preference based on departmental need, we are particularly interested in passionate teacher-scholars who conduct research in artificial intelligence, security, games, and/or theory/algorithms. Applicants should demonstrate how their work aligns with one of the Ritchie School's strategic convergence areas of data science, artificial intelligence and security. The Ritchie School's existing research strengths include embodied AI and robotics, power and energy, and engineering in medicine. Successful candidates will be scholars who are committed to transforming learners into leaders through experiential, inclusive, and student-centered learning. Areas of Interest We seek candidates to advance the theory and application of artificial intelligence for the public good, addressing socio-technical challenges such as fairness, transparency, and ethical alignment, applying AI responsibly across domains like energy, sustainability, government, education, healthcare, law, and critical infrastructure. Other areas of particular interest include foundational and practical aspects of security and privacy, agentic security, critical infrastructure protection, artificial intelligence driven security and resilience, adversarial robustness, provenance tracking, and artificial intelligence assisted privacy management and governance. We also welcome applicants who research games and can integrate systems, algorithms, or artificial intelligence into their work, with active interest in contributing to our undergraduate game development program. Finally, we seek candidates focused on algorithmic theory with an emphasis on humane and responsible computing; cross-domain theoretical contributions (e.g., to games, AI, or other focus areas) are encouraged. Required Qualifications
PhD in Computer Science or closely related discipline by time of appointment. Evidence of research productivity and funding potential aligned with appointment level. Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate Computer Science courses. Interest in interdisciplinary collaboration within and beyond the Ritchie School. Commitment to inclusive excellence through teaching, research, and/or service. Preferred Qualifications
Experience applying computing to solve societal challenges and contribute to the public good. Demonstrated excellence in teaching and pedagogy that encourages community and belonging. Record of interdisciplinary work and/or externally funded research. Working Environment
Standard office environment. Unexpected interruptions occur often and stress level is moderate to high. Noise level is quiet to moderate. Physical Activities
Ability to work in front of a computer for extended periods of time. Occasionally required to move about the office/campus. Work Schedule While the University's administrative offices are open Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, faculty schedules vary from term to term and are based on courses taught, service commitments, and research agendas. The University's academic calendars are posted on the registrar's website. (Note: law school has a different calendar.) Application Deadline Submit your application materials by
4:00 p.m. (MST) November 30, 2025 . Special Instructions Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted. Salary and Benefits The salary range for the 9-month position is $100,000-$120,000. The salary grade is UC. The University of Denver offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO pass. The compensation range reflects good-faith estimates and may be adjusted based on qualifications, budget, equity considerations, and market information. Documents to Include with Application
Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter (include specifics about potential collaborations with faculty in our department) Research Statement (2-4 pages): describe future plans, funding potential, collaborative interests, and contribution to the public good Teaching Statement (2-3 pages): discuss pedagogy, inclusive learning, and ethics in teaching; describe inclusive strategies for broadening participation in computing References: 3-5 contacts (letters requested for shortlisted candidates) The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, marital or parental status, pregnancy, or veteran status. All offers are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check. To apply, visit https://jobs.du.edu/en-us/job/498357 Copyright ©2025 DU Jobelephant. All rights reserved. Note: This refined description excludes boilerplate and extraneous postings not directly related to the specified Tenure Track Faculty position in Computer Science at DU. It preserves the core information about responsibilities, qualifications, application process, and equal opportunity statements.
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