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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.

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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:

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.

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.

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

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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.

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