Despite their research-intensive PhDs, many graduates find academic happiness with primarily-undergraduate institutions because of the compelling balance they offer between teaching and research. But the pathways to these positions is often not clear (how do I find these jobs?), and often requires insider knowledge of a landscape that is invisible to PhD students. This listing is meant to help navigate that muddy water. See archived listings from previous years.
This document does not contain most CS faculty positions. Itโs specifically intended for people who want to invest in teaching/mentorship with undergraduate students while still staying active in their scholarship. See our Resources page for insight into the ways in which PUIs might differ in their interviewing processes and values.
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Criteria For Job Postings
The positions on this page should beโฆ
- accessible to those with a Ph.D. in CS (or a closely related field)
- permanent positions (mostly likely tenure-track) why?
- universities that identify as primarily-undergraduate institutions why?
- institutions that highly value teaching, but also secure time and financial resources for faculty to remain engaged with research. what does this mean?
Searches This Year
Currently Active Searches
The following searches are currently active and are definitely accepting applications.
| Institution | Job Type | Location | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Holyoke College โ Data Science | Tenure Track | South Hadley, MA. USA | 2025-09-25 |
| Rhodes College | Tenure Track | Memphis, TN, USA | 2025-10-01 |
| Skidmore College | Tenure Track | Saratoga Springs, NY. USA | 2025-10-01 |
| Williams College | Tenure Track | Williamstown, MA. USA | 2025-10-01 |
| Grinnell College | Tenure Track | Grinnell, IA. USA | 2025-10-03 |
| Washington and Lee University | Tenure Track | Lexington, VA, USA | 2025-10-03 |
| Amherst College | Tenure Track | Amherst, MA. USA | 2025-10-07 |
| College of the Holy Cross | Tenure Track | Worcester, MA. USA | 2025-10-07 |
| Barnard College | Tenure Track | New York, NY. USA | 2025-10-08 |
| Harvey Mudd College | Tenure Track | Claremont, California | 2025-10-10 |
| Ithaca College | Tenure Track | Ithaca, NY, USA | 2025-10-13 |
| Bard College โ Computer Science | Tenure Track | Annandale-on-Hudson, New York | 2025-10-15 |
| Bard College โ Data Analytics | Tenure Track | Annandale-on-Hudson | 2025-10-15 |
| Oberlin College | Tenure Track | Oberlin, OH. USA | 2025-10-15 |
| Reed College โ Systems | Tenure Track | Portland, Oregon | 2025-10-17 |
| St. Olaf College | Tenure Track | Northfield, MN. USA | 2025-10-17 |
| American University โ Departments of Computer Science and Mathematics & Statistics | Tenure Track | Washington, DC | 2025-11-01 |
| Hope College | Tenure Track | Holland, MI. USA | 2025-11-01 |
Due Date Past
The following searches have deadlines which are nominally past. However, deadlines are treated very differently between institutions. Read carefully. For example, we strongly encourage you to email search chairs if youโre interested in positions that appear to have passed - they might still be open!
| Institution | Job Type | Location | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Bonaventure University | Tenure Track | St. Bonaventure, NY. USA | 2025-07-31 |
| Furman University โ Data Science | Tenure Track | Greenville, SC. USA | 2025-09-01 |
| Furman University โ Any Specialization | Tenure Track | Greenville, SC. USA | 2025-09-01 |
| Loyola University Maryland | Tenure Track | Baltimore, MD. USA | 2025-09-07 |
Position Descriptions
Below are the position descriptions for all of this yearโs searches which are not confirmed to be closed.
St. Bonaventure University (Tenure Track)
The Department of Computer Science at St. Bonaventure University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin in either January or August of 2026. Current department research interests include AI & religion, collaborative data systems for social impact, natural language processing, and cybersecurity.
๐๏ธ Review of applications will begin on July 31, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.
๐ St. Bonaventure, NY. USA
Furman University โ Data Science (Tenure Track)
The Department of Computer Science at Furman University invites applications for two tenure track positions at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor rank to begin August 1, 2026. We are specifically seeking at least one candidate with expertise in data science, including machine learning, data visualization, and statistical modeling, who can develop and teach courses in our expanding data science curriculum while mentoring undergraduate research in this growing field.
๐๏ธ Review of applications will commence on September 1, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled.
๐ Greenville, SC. USA
Furman University โ Any Specialization (Tenure Track)
The Department of Computer Science at Furman University invites applications for two tenure track positions at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor rank to begin August 1, 2026. Candidates in all areas of specialization will be considered for the second position.
๐๏ธ Review of applications will commence on September 1, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled.
๐ Greenville, SC. USA
Loyola University Maryland (Tenure Track)
Loyola University Maryland is hiring a tenure-track assistant professor in computer science to start in fall 2026. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field.
Loyola is a liberal arts university with about 5000 undergraduates. Our major has been graduating between 25-30 students each year, and individual course sizes are capped at 20-24. We have a good mix of teaching and research expectations, with a 3/3 teaching load, startup, etc. We run two CS undergraduate degrees, and are heavily involved in interdisciplinary data science undergraduate and MS programs that have been established for 10 years. See more information about our department and the application requirements in our full job posting.
๐๏ธ Priority consideration deadline for applications is September 7, 2025.
๐ Baltimore, MD. USA
Mount Holyoke College โ Data Science (Tenure Track)
Mount Holyoke College invites applications for a tenure track position in Data Science at the Assistant Professor level beginning July 1, 2026. We welcome applications from researchers with expertise across the breadth of data science with no limitations on the array of academic fields in which they conduct their scholarship. Successful applicants will be well-qualified to teach at all levels, including an introductory data science course and a project-based capstone course, as well as courses in their area of expertise. We are particularly interested in candidates with enthusiasm for engaging in the development of a data science curriculum and enriching data science collaborations on campus. Applicants should have a strong commitment to research, as well as teaching and mentoring students who are broadly diverse with regard to race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, gender, nationality, sexual orientation, disability, and religion. A research program that can easily accommodate and encourage undergraduates is crucial. The teaching load at Mount Holyoke College is 2/2.
๐๏ธ Applications submitted by September 25, 2025 will be assured of full consideration.
๐ South Hadley, MA. USA
Rhodes College (Tenure Track)
The Department of Computer Science and the Data Analytics Program at Rhodes College invite applications for a tenure-track position in Computer Science and/or Data Analytics, to begin in August 2026. We welcome applications from all specializations with preference given to individuals whose research interests complement those of the existing faculty. We are interested in candidates with a primary background in either computer science or data analytics who are also prepared to teach in the other area. We recognize that few candidates will have expertise across the entirety of both fields; successful applicants will contribute to a subset of courses in each area aligned with their training and interests. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain an active research program, teach a 3-2 load and will be eligible for a pre-tenure sabbatical. We also seek candidates who are passionate about encouraging underrepresented groups to pursue computer science and data analytics as well as contributing to our culture of inclusivity. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in computer science, data analytics/science, or a closely related discipline by August 2026.
๐๏ธ Review of completed applications will begin October 1, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. Letters of recommendation will only be solicited for short-listed applicants, at which time you will be prompted for the names and contact information for three (3) references. Background checks are required before candidates can be brought to campus for interviews.
๐ Memphis, TN, USA
Skidmore College (Tenure Track)
The Computer Science Department at Skidmore College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning in Fall 2026. With this appointment the department aims to widen or strengthen our areas of Computer Science expertise. Current areas of expertise in the department include artificial intelligence, the theory of computation, algorithms, databases, computer vision, networks, human-computer interaction, data science, and software engineering.
๐๏ธ Review of applications begins October 1, 2025 and continues until the position is filled.
๐ Saratoga Springs, NY. USA
Williams College (Tenure Track)
The Department of Computer Science at Williams College invites applications for two tenure-track faculty positions, one at the assistant professor level and one open-rank, beginning July 1, 2026. The Assistant Professor position is a tenure-track position. The rank and initial term of the open-rank position will be determined by the qualifications of the successful candidate. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and areas of computer science who can contribute to the vibrancy of our academic community through their research, teaching, and service for both positions.
๐๏ธ Completed applications received by October 1, 2025 will receive full consideration, and review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
๐ Williamstown, MA. USA
Grinnell College (Tenure Track)
The Department of Computer Science invites applications for a tenure-track appointment beginning Fall 2026. Assistant Professor (Ph.D.) preferred; Instructor (ABD) or Associate Professor possible. We seek candidates with an interest in teaching courses in systems or software design and development, and research involving any area of computer science. Candidates with degrees in closely related fields will also be considered. Candidates are expected to describe the ways they can support and engage with students and colleagues from historically underrepresented or marginalized groups. The teaching load is five courses (or equivalent; some classes with a significant lab component are credited as 1.5 courses) over two semesters; periodically one course will be Tutorial (a topical writing/critical thinking course for first-year students). Additional information about our curriculum and faculty can be found at https://www.cs.grinnell.edu.
๐๏ธ We will begin reviewing applications on October 3, 2025 and will continue until the positions are filled.
๐ Grinnell, IA. USA
Washington and Lee University (Tenure Track)
The Department of Computer Science at Washington and Lee University invites applications for three tenure-track positions for Assistant Professor of Computer Science beginning July 1, 2026. We seek candidates who demonstrate potential to be excellent teacher/scholars, are dedicated to effective teaching, and can mentor and collaborate with undergraduates. The Department consists of 7 faculty members (including the advertised positions), and offers a collegial working environment, an excellent student body, and opportunities for professional development.
๐ Lexington, VA, USA
Amherst College (Tenure Track)
The Amherst College Department of Computer Science invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position at the rank of assistant professor, beginning July 1, 2026. Candidates with research in any area of computer systems, broadly construed, are welcome to apply.
๐๏ธ Completed applications received by October 7, 2025 will be assured of full consideration. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
๐ Amherst, MA. USA
College of the Holy Cross (Tenure Track)
The Computer Science Program at the College of the Holy Cross invites applications for two full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor positions to begin in August 2026. All research specialties will be considered. Priority will be given to candidates whose research expertise and teaching interests are in computer systems, consider ethical or social issues in computing and technology, or any other area that complements the research expertise of the current computer science faculty. Candidates whose research area considers ethical or social issues in computing and technology will be considered for the Barrett Assistant Professorship in Computer Science.
๐๏ธ For full consideration, please apply by October 7, 2025.
๐ Worcester, MA. USA
Barnard College (Tenure Track)
Barnard College invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in Computer Science to start July 1, 2026. Barnard faculty are expected to engage in teaching, research, curriculum and program development, undergraduate advising, and mentoring of undergraduate research. The successful hire will further the aims and vision of Barnardโs CS program and will embody strategic strengths for this growing program. There is opportunity to collaborate with faculty and students at both Barnard and Columbia. We are seeking candidates who work in the following areas: Artificial Intelligence, including but not limited to Machine Learning, Responsible AI, and Computer Vision; Theoretical Computer Science, including Algorithms, Algorithmic Fairness, Game Theory, and Learning Theory; Systems and Networking, including Databases and Mobile Applications; and Data Science. Within those areas, we encourage candidates who take a broad approach to computingโincluding โcomputing for good,โ connections across multiple subareas of computer science, and research connections to another discipline. Candidates must have a PhD in Computer Science or a related discipline, and should have a promising research agenda and record of scholarship, as well as a demonstrated commitment to undergraduate teaching, mentoring, and increasing participation in computer science. Applications received by October 8, 2025 will receive full consideration. Review of applications will continue until the positions are filled.
๐๏ธ Review of applications will begin on October 8, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.
๐ New York, NY. USA
Harvey Mudd College (Tenure Track)
The Computer Science Department at Harvey Mudd College (HMC) is pleased to announce an opening for an assistant professor of artificial intelligence commencing July 1, 2026. Exceptional candidates at higher ranks are welcome to apply. Successful candidates should have completed a Ph.D. in a relevant field by the time of appointment. The candidate will be expected to provide students with vibrant AI research experiences and develop innovative AI curricula and programming that support AI education across all departments at HMC and beyond. In addition to offering courses at the forefront of AI technological advances, such as Generative AI or Deep Learning, the candidate will be expected to have a clear vision for how their research and teaching address the ethics and social impacts of AI. For example, in developing a curriculum, the candidate could create a course for all HMC students that teaches the theoretical foundations and the responsible use of AI across the STEM disciplines. They could also develop electives for specific HMC STEM majors, such as โAI for Engineeringโ and โAI for Scientific Discovery.โ
๐๏ธ We are currently reviewing applications for Zoom and on-site interview invitations and will continue reviewing applications until the positions are filled. Any applications received by October 10, 2025, will receive full consideration.
๐ Claremont, California
Ithaca College (Tenure Track)
The Department of Computer Science at Ithaca College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, starting August 2026. We seek a dynamic teacher-scholar committed to undergraduate education and to contributing to the continued evolution of our collaborative and forward-looking computer science program. Applicants from all areas of computer science are welcome, with particular encouragement for those specializing in artificial intelligence, human-computer interaction, media-focused computation, computer systems, or cybersecurity. Our department emphasizes small class sizes, close faculty-student collaboration, and project-based learning. Faculty are empowered to take initiative, contribute to shared governance, and help guide the direction of the department. We pride ourselves on a strong culture of collegiality and consensus-driven decision-making.
Ithaca College supports a healthy work-life balance and provides resources for both teaching and research, including startup and travel funding, internal grant programs, and the Summer Scholars undergraduate research initiative. Our facilities include dedicated research spaces, active-learning classrooms, and spacious faculty offices co-located with our classrooms.
Teaching load for computer science faculty is 2-2/3-2 (2 courses per semester one year and 3/2 courses the following year). We welcome candidates who are enthusiastic about inclusive, student-centered teaching, engaged scholarship, and contributing to a vibrant academic community grounded in the liberal arts.
๐๏ธ Review of applications begins October 13, 2025 and later applications may be considered as well.
๐ Ithaca, NY, USA
Bard College โ Computer Science (Tenure Track)
The Bard College Computational Sciences program invites applications for an open rank Computer Science faculty position, to begin Fall 2026. We seek candidates who can contribute to the teaching and ongoing curricular development in our Computer Sciences major. The current faculty specializations are in computational biology, computer science education, artificial intelligence, natural language, spoken human/computer interfaces, human-robot interaction, data science, and algebraic and symbolic computation. While all fields will be considered, we particularly encourage applications from candidates who work in systems, graphics, cybersecurity, and networks. The innovative and interdisciplinary Computational Sciences program offers a B.A. in computer science, leads a minor in Data Analytics, and collaborated with several programs across the college including Environmental Studies, Experimental Humanities, and Mind, Brain, Behavior. Successful applicants will add to the set of recent hires within the expanding Computational Sciences program. Join our growing program and help shape new curricular offerings and research opportunities!
๐ Annandale-on-Hudson, New York
Bard College โ Data Analytics (Tenure Track)
The Bard College Computational Sciences program invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions, with a focus on Data Analytics, to begin Fall 2026. We seek candidates from diverse disciples-across the arts & humanities, social sciences, or sciences-who represent the interdisciplinary application of Data Analytics in different fields. The innovative and interdisciplinary Computational Sciences program offers a B.A. in computer science, leads a minor in Data Analytics, and collaborated with several programs across the College including Environmental Studies, Experimental Humanities, and Mind, Brain, Behavior. This role offers the unique opportunity to contribute to innovative curricular approaches for teaching data analytics and introductory statistics courses across Bard Collegeโs programs, spanning sciences, arts, humanities, and social sciences. We encourage applications from candidates with formal education in data analytics methods or who are actively engaged in scholarship involving advanced data analytics techniques.
๐ Annandale-on-Hudson
Oberlin College (Tenure Track)
The Computer Science Department at Oberlin College invites applications for a full-time tenure track faculty position in the College of Arts and Sciences in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. Initial appointment to this position will be for a term of four years beginning Fall of 2026, with an additional three years upon reappointment, and will carry the rank of Assistant Professor. โฆ Faculty members teach at all levels of the curriculum, and are active in original research that provides opportunities for undergraduate participation. Many of our majors go on to earn advanced degrees for leading CS graduate programs. Our majors are enthusiastic and actively engaged in their education. The Oberlin Computer Science department is dedicated to making CS accessible to all students, and uses active learning and other evidence-based pedagogies throughout our curriculum. The incumbent will teach the standard teaching load (4.5 courses per year with labs counting towards the total) at all levels of undergraduate Computer Science. This will include junior/senior-level elective courses in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning.
๐๏ธ Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. Completed applications received by the October 15th deadline will be guaranteed full consideration.
๐ Oberlin, OH. USA
Reed College โ Systems (Tenure Track)
The Department of Computer Science at Reed College invites applications for an open rank tenure stream faculty position in computer systems beginning in the fall of 2026. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in computer science or a closely related field by the time of the appointment and should be committed to excellence in undergraduate teaching and in research. Applicants from any area of computer systems and applications, broadly construed, will be considered (e.g., networks, database systems, security, distributed computing, architecture, operating systems, robotics, etc.). The successful applicant will teach in the core computer science curriculum at all levels, will develop one or more courses in the applicantโs area(s) of expertise, and will work to foster a welcoming and engaged community. They will maintain an active research program, providing opportunities for student involvement, and they will advise several year-long senior thesis projects.
๐๏ธ Completed applications received by October 17, 2025 will receive full consideration, and review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
๐ Portland, Oregon
St. Olaf College (Tenure Track)
The Department of Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science (MSCS) at St. Olaf College invites applications for a full-time, tenure track position in Computer Science at the Assistant Professor level, to begin August 2026. We are looking for candidates with a PhD in Computer Science or a closely related field, and who can contribute broadly to our growing computer science program through teaching, research, and supervision of undergraduate research.
๐๏ธ Review of applications will begin on October 17, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.
๐ Northfield, MN. USA
American University โ Departments of Computer Science and Mathematics & Statistics (Tenure Track)
The Departments of Computer Science and Mathematics & Statistics at American University invite applications for a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor position, joint between the two departments, with a focus in data science or artificial intelligence beginning August 1, 2026. We encourage candidates in data science, artificial intelligence, computer science, statistics, mathematics, or related fields with a vibrant research and teaching profile to apply. Applicants should have a PhD or an anticipated PhD completion.
Completed applications received by November 1, 2025 will receive full consideration, and review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
๐ Washington, DC
Hope College (Tenure Track)
Hope Collegeโs Department of Computer Science seeks a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor starting Fall 2026 (higher ranks considered). We welcome applicants from all areas, with preference for those whose interests broaden and complement departmental strengths. As a Christian liberal arts college, Hope integrates faith and scholarship in a vibrant, inclusive academic community, offering a 3-3 teaching load, small class sizes, and strong support for research with undergraduates. Located in Holland, Michigan, just minutes from Lake Michigan, Hope provides a family-friendly environment and proximity to major cities.
๐๏ธ Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.
๐ Holland, MI. USA