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Employer
NC State University
Location
Raleigh, NC
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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

Job Details

Posting Number:

PG195012EP

Internal Recruitment :

No

Working Title:

Professor

Anticipated Hiring Range:

Commensurate with education and experience

Work Schedule:

Varies Hours as Needed

Job Location:

Raleigh, NC

Department :

Computer Science

About the Department:

The Department of Computer Science is an academic, teaching, and research department in the College of Engineering. It is a large and complex unit that encompasses research intensive, teaching intensive, and professional activities. It is one of the largest such departments in the nation in terms of numbers of faculty and students, and its total budget and size are comparable to, or larger than, a number of NC State University Colleges and Divisions.
NC State University is located in the vibrant Raleigh-Durham Research Triangle area of North Carolina. Home to the legendary Research Triangle Park (RTP) and anchored by major universities, the Triangle area is one of the nation’s fastest-growing and most dynamic tech hubs. Offering a rare blend of cutting-edge industry innovation, a collaborative community, and an outstanding quality of life, the Raleigh-RTP area is an ideal place to grow and advance your technology career. The NC State Computer Science Department has a highly successful e-Partners industrial program with major Fortune 500 companies as its e-Partners contributing to student projects, career opportunities, academic research collaborations, and tech transfer. The RDU airport offers convenience nonstop services to major U.S. and European destinations.
The College of Engineering, where the Computer Science Department sits, is ranked No. 18 among public institutions for undergraduate engineering programs according to the 2027 U.S. News & World Report. Despite the large size, the Department of Computer Science at NC State University is a highly collegial and collaborative academic unit that will celebrate its 60th anniversary in 2027. With 70+ tenured, tenure-track, and teaching faculty, the department has a collegial and collaborative culture. The department has a long tradition of leading computer science research with strong real-world impact. Software engineering, cybersecurity, AI education, cyber physical systems, systems and networking, foundational and applied AI are among the department’s research strengths. The department’s education programs are known for combining rigorous classroom teaching with hands-on projects and industry experience, preparing the next generation of computer scientists for success.

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits:

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
What we offer:

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Essential Job Duties:

The Department of Computer Science at NC State University invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of Professor. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the continued advancement of computer science through research, education, mentorship, and engagement with the broader academic and professional community. As a professor in our department you will help shape the direction of the discipline through scholarship, collaboration, and leadership within the department, university, and profession.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Undergraduate and graduate instruction that engages students and advances learning
  • Development of collaborative, externally funded research programs aligned with departmental strengths, including Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, Security, Systems, Networking, Computer Science Education, Data-Driven Sciences, Quantum Computing, Human-Computer Interaction, and Games
  • Direction and mentorship of undergraduate and graduate student research across areas of computer science
  • Advancement of research initiatives, curriculum planning, and development of new courses
  • Research, outreach, and collaboration with academic, industry, government, and nonprofit partners to advance impactful technical policies and regulations for technology governance

If you are a recognized leader in computer science who is passionate about advancing the discipline through influential research, excellence in education, mentorship, and professional leadership, we invite you to bring your vision and experience to NC State University.

Other Responsibilities:

In addition to the core responsibilities of this role, there may be occasional opportunities to take on additional duties, such as serving on project teams, planning teams or other duties identified by the Department Head.

Minimum Education and Experience:

An earned doctorate degree in Computer Science or closely related field with experience in teaching at the four-year university level, or equivalent experience.

Other Required Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated excellence in undergraduate and graduate teaching, including the ability to communicate complex concepts effectively and engage students in learning.
  • Established research record and demonstrated ability to build and sustain a strong research program, attract external funding, and conduct research aligned with departmental strengths, including Software Engineering, Security, Systems and Networking, Data-Driven Sciences, Artificial Intelligence, and Games.
  • Ability to communicate research contributions and vision effectively through scholarly publications, presentations, and research proposals.
  • Demonstrated ability to build productive collaborations, engage with the broader professional community, and provide academic and research leadership.
  • Sustained commitment to academic and research excellence, with a record of scholarship and impact commensurate with expectations at a major research university.

Preferred Qualifications:

n/a

Required License(s) or Certification(s):

N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required:

No

Commercial Driver's License required:

No

Job Open Date:

11/05/2026

Anticipated Close Date:

Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Required attachments should include a cover letter, curriculum vita, teaching statement, research statement and contact information for three references.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and continue on-going review until the position is filled. A start date of August 16, 2027 or earlier is anticipated.

Position Number:

00112423

Position Type:

Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week):

1.00

Appointment:

9 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather:

Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events:

Non Mandatory - Emergency Event

Department ID:

141901 - Computer Science Engineering

EEO:

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Organization

NC State: Think and Do

NC State was founded with a purpose: to create economic, societal and intellectual prosperity for the people of North Carolina and the country. We began as a land-grant institution teaching the agricultural and mechanical arts. Today, we're a pre-eminent research enterprise with 12 colleges excelling in all major academic fields.

NC State studentsOur 34,000 high-performing students take what they learn in the classroom and apply it in the real world by conducting research, working in internships and co-ops, and performing acts of world-changing service. That experiential education ensures that they leave here ready to lead the workforce. NC State's 13:1 student-faculty ratio is one of the reasons why we're the best college for your money in North Carolina (Money) and the No. 5 best value among public universities nationally (U.S. News & World Report).

Overcoming Challenges, Improving Lives

NC State is one of only two universities in the nation leading two National Science Foundation Engineering Research Centers — one developing wearable, self-powered health monitors, and the other researching smart-grid technology. We’re also leading interdisciplinary efforts to curb nuclear proliferation, help farmers confront climate change and build a new American manufacturing sector.

Our research doesn't just get published in a journal or sit on a shelf; it makes an impact. NC State is No. 6 nationwide in commercialization agreements based on university research, and we're No. 2 among universities without a medical school. Our Cooperative Extension Service provides research-based information to citizens in all 100 North Carolina counties. In addition, our industrial extension unit — Industry Expansion Solutions — has created an economic benefit for the state's manufacturers averaging $149 million per year since 2005.

Bright Minds Creating a Bold Future

NC State’s 9,000 faculty and staff are world leaders in their fields, bridging the divides between academic disciplines and training high-caliber students to meet tomorrow’s challenges. NC State students won two Goldwater scholarships, five Fulbright scholarships, one Churchill scholarship and a record-breaking 25 National Science Foundation graduate research fellowships in the 2016-2017 academic year. In addition, 25 faculty are members of the National Academies.

NC State bldg in darkOur Centennial Campus, an award-winning public-private research campus, is home to more than 70 partner organizations working alongside more than 70 NC State research and academic units. Centennial is also the location of the innovative Hunt Library, which Time magazine has dubbed “the library of the future.”

In Raleigh and Around the World

It all happens in one of the best cities in America. A top spot for job-seekers and tech professionals, Raleigh is nationally recognized as a leading urban center:

NC State building oldWith Durham and Chapel Hill, Raleigh anchors the Research Triangle, a national hotspot for high-tech enterprise. The top companies in the region — including IBM, Cisco Systems, SAS Institute, Biogen Idec and GlaxoSmithKline — are among the country’s best employers. They also lead the way in hiring new NC State graduates.

More than 130 years after its creation, NC State continues to make its founding purpose a reality. Every day, our career-ready graduates and world-leading faculty make the fruits of learning and discovery available to people across the state, throughout the nation and around the world.

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