The Department of Computer Science at Virginia Tech seeks applications for a Collegiate Faculty member at the rank of Assistant or Associate Collegiate Professor. We are seeking candidates motivated to contribute to a collegial, interdisciplinary community with a strong tradition of both fundamental and applied research and innovative teaching. We embrace Virginia Tech’s motto of Ut Prosim (“That I May Serve”): we are committed to research, education, service, and inclusivity that makes a positive difference in the lives of people, communities, and the world.
Collegiate faculty members have a primary commitment to the instructional mission of the department, including graduate and undergraduate teaching, curricular and program development, and the design and integration of innovative and inclusive pedagogy. Successful candidates should give evidence of potential to take a lead role in enhancing curricula and promoting teaching excellence. In addition to teaching, candidates will be expected to participate in research and scholarship. Applicants with expertise and interest in any area of scholarship that falls within the computer science department’s research strengths (AI/ML, theory, systems, quantum, security, CS-education, etc.) are encouraged to apply.
At Virginia Tech, the collegiate faculty rank is a non-tenure track position that offers a clear promotion path with increasingly long-term contracts. Collegiate faculty are full members of the faculty and are encouraged to participate in sponsored research, mentor graduate students, participate in department and professional service, etc. The department currently has 86 faculty members, including 67 tenured or tenure-track faculty and 12 collegiate faculty. The department’s instructional-track faculty are widely recognized for their teaching, both internally at Virginia Tech, and externally, including recognition through IEEE teaching awards and best paper recognitions at conferences.
Virginia Tech is a public land-grant university, committed to teaching and learning, research, and outreach to the Commonwealth of Virginia, the nation, and the world. Virginia Tech is dedicated to InclusiveVT—serving in the spirit of community, diversity, and excellence. Virginia Tech actively seeks a broad spectrum of candidates to join our community in preparing leaders for the world. The College of Engineering undergraduate program ranks 16th and graduate program ranks 30th among all U.S. engineering schools (USN&WR). The Mission of the College of Engineering is to educate and inspire our students to be critical thinkers, innovators and leaders. Our core values are inclusiveness, excellence, integrity, perseverance and stewardship.
These positions are located at Virginia Tech's main campus in Blacksburg, VA, in an area consistently ranked among the country's best places to live. In addition, our program in the Washington, D.C. area offers unique proximity to government and industry partners and is also expanding rapidly, with Virginia Tech's exciting new Innovation Campus in Alexandria, VA slated to open in early 2025. Candidates for faculty positions at the Innovation Campus are encouraged to apply to separate announcements for those opportunities.
The successful candidate will have a doctoral degree in computer science or a closely related field, a rank-appropriate record of academic accomplishments, a proven ability to work collaboratively, a commitment to interdisciplinary research and instruction, and a willingness to expand disciplinary boundaries to address complex technical and societal challenges. Collegiate faculty are expected to teach effectively at both undergraduate and graduate levels, to conscientiously mentor both undergraduate and graduate students, and to serve the university and their professional communities. The position requires occasional travel to professional meetings.
Applicants must apply online at jobs.vt.edu (Job no: 531125). Application materials include a cover letter, CV, and contact information for at least three professional references. In addition, applicants must provide three separate written statements (up to 3 pages each) (1) a statement of teaching and mentoring philosophy; (2) a statement expressing the candidate’s ideas for supporting an equitable and inclusive educational environment consistent with the Virginia Tech Principles of Community; and (3) a research statement. In all three statements, providing specific examples of experiences, activities, and plans will help us identify candidates who can support and extend our university’s commitment to inclusive excellence. Review of applications will commence on November 15, 2024 and continue until the position is filled. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Dr. Ali R. Butt at facdev@cs.vt.edu.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
The department fully embraces Virginia Tech’s Commitment to increase faculty, staff and student diversity; to ensure a welcoming, affirming, safe and accessible campus climate; to advance our research, teaching, and service mission through inclusive excellence; and to promote sustainable transformation through institutionalized structures. Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Services Center at hrservicecenter@vt.edu or at (540) 231-9331.
