APPOINTMENT INFORMATION
Division/College
College of Engineering
Department
Computer Science
Position Classification
Regular Faculty
Rank
Assistant Professor
Tenure Status
Tenure Track
Location
Moscow
FTE
1.0
Advertising Pay Range
Commensurate with experience
FLSA Status
Exempt
Type of Appointment
Academic Year
Anticipated Contract Start Date
08/16/2027
POSITION OVERVIEW
Primary Faculty Position Summary
The Department of Computer Science invites applications for a full-time, academic-year, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Computer Science, Cybersecurity or Artificial Intelligence to start in August 2027. The successful candidate will establish a strong, independent, externally funded research program and maintain a record of high-quality scholarly publications.
Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, mentoring M.S. and Ph.D. students, contributing to curriculum and program development, and participating in departmental, college, and university service. Candidates should demonstrate strong research potential, effective teaching and communication skills, and a commitment to graduate education and student success. Interdisciplinary research, external collaboration, and engagement with industry and government partners are encouraged.
Teaching & Advising Effort
50%
Scholarship & Creative Activity Effort
45%
Outreach & Extension Effort
0%
University Service & Leadership Effort
5%
REQUIRED EDUCATION
Earned Ph.D. in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, or a closely related field by the position start date.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
- Evidence of research in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, or a closely related field, demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications or accepted scholarly work.
- Evidence of teaching experience, such as serving as an instructor, teaching assistant, guest lecturer, or other documented instructional role in a relevant field.
- Evidence of written and oral communication experience with academic, technical, or professional audiences.
- Evidence of collaborative experience in research, teaching, or other academic or professional activities.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
- Strong record of high-quality peer-reviewed publications in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field.
- Demonstrated potential to establish an independent, externally funded research program.
- Experience pursuing, participating in, or contributing to externally funded research.
- Experience or demonstrated potential to mentor and advise M.S. and Ph.D. students and engage undergraduate students in research.
- Evidence of effective university-level teaching or demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching.
- Experience developing or contributing to undergraduate or graduate courses and curricula.
- Experience or interest in interdisciplinary and collaborative research.
- Experience supporting student academic growth, professional development, and achievement.
- Experience or demonstrated potential to use innovative, hands-on, project-based, or experiential instructional methods.
- Ability to secure a U.S. security clearance.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
N/A
POSTING INFORMATION
Open Until Filled
Yes
Contingency on Appointment
N/A
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is open until filled with a first review date of October 29, 2026. Complete applications include:
- Letter of qualification
- CV
- Statement of Research
- Statement of Teaching
- List of 3 references
Appropriate work authorization is required for this position. New H-1B visa sponsorship from University of Idaho is supported in limited circumstances from existing visa holders. Other visa sponsorship may be available depending on the candidate’s eligibility. Please contact the International Program Office at intlemp@uidaho.edu for additional visa eligibility information.
Visa Sponsorship
Uncertain
Degree Requirement Timeline
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire.
Background Check Statement: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check
EEO Statement: The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
