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The Computer Science Department of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ in Chicago invites individuals to apply for two Tenure-Track, Assistant Professors, ideally starting Summer 2026. A Ph.D. in Computer Science or closely related field is required. We will consider applicants from all areas of computer science, especially: foundational artificial intelligence, large language models, machine learning with ethical and societal constraints, data security and privacy, and algorithmic fairness. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ is a primarily teaching institution with a teaching workload of three courses per semester (fall/spring). In addition to teaching, the candidate will be responsible for advising Master’s students on their projects or theses, keeping an active research agenda, and performing departmental and university-wide service.

Qualifications

Ph.D. in Computer Science or closely related field. Candidates should have a strong commitment to teaching and ongoing scholarly activity. Applications are sought in all areas of computer science, although special consideration will be given to those with research and teaching interests in the following areas:

Foundational artificial intelligence, large language models, machine learning with ethical and societal constraints, data security and privacy, and algorithmic fairness.

Candidates should be able to teach courses in their area(s) of research as well as a wide variety of other courses that we offer.

This position requires a background check.

Salary

$105,000.00-$110,000.00

Benefits

University employees may be eligible for a variety of State of Illinois benefits. These benefits are administered through the Illinois Department of Central Management Service (CMS). Please visit our Employee Benefits page to learn more about our comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision benefits, sick and vacation days, and participation in the State Universities Retirement System.

Transcripts: Copies of unofficial transcripts are accepted; however, official transcripts for all earned degrees will be required of candidates selected for final interviews.

Applications

Interested applicants should send a:

• cover letter
• CV
• statement of teaching philosophy (with a discussion of the candidate’s experience working with diverse student population)
• research statement, student course evaluations
• and three letters of reference (with at least one addressing teaching effectiveness) to: Computer Science: computer-science@neiu.edu.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and invites applications from Women, Minorities, Veterans and Persons with Disabilities, as well as other qualified individuals.