Assistant Professor or Professor of Practice, AI​/Machine Learning

Overview

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Apply at Mines online application system. For details, see the listing for Assistant-Professor or Professor of Practice – AI, Machine Learning
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Colorado School of Mines is a public university in Golden, Colorado. It has about 6400 undergraduate students and 1900 graduate students across applied science and engineering. The university reports research awards of approximately $106M in FY 2024 and collaborates with government labs and industry. The Computer Science Department includes 27 full-time faculty, educates about 1000 undergraduates and 140 graduate students, and offers B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees.

It supports programs in Quantum Engineering, Data Science, Robotics, Quantitative Biosciences and Engineering, and Operations Research with Engineering.

The CS faculty collaborate with researchers across Mines and with external partners, and information about the university can be found es.edu and (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). For questions, please contact cs.

The Colorado School of Mines, a public R1 research university focused on applied science and engineering, announces an open faculty position in Computer Science focused in the areas of AI, ML, and Data Science. The hire will expand teaching and research in these areas and contribute to interdisciplinary collaboration across Mines using modern AI and data analytics techniques.

The Department of Computer Science invites applications for either a Professor of the Practice (PoP) or a tenure-track faculty position in the broadly defined area of Machine Learning and AI
, with an anticipated start in Fall 2026. Candidates whose research bridges subfields, connects with industry or national laboratories, or integrates experimental and theoretical approaches are encouraged to apply. Areas of interest include:

• Machine Learning (supervised, unsupervised, causal, reinforcement learning)
• Deep Learning (neural networks, generative AI, large language models)
• AI Applications (computer vision, natural language processing, multimodal systems)
• Grounded AI (explainable AI, trustworthy AI, physics-informed AI, human-AI interaction)

• Develop and teach courses valuable to undergraduate and graduate students within Computer Science, Applied Mathematics and Statistics, and across Mines.
• Supervise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students in career pathways, research, and coursework, including through the AI and Data Science programs at Mines.
• Contribute to the visibility and reputation of the program through professional engagement, service, and community involvement.

Additional Responsibilities (Tenure Track only)

• Develop and maintain a vigorous, externally funded research program related to AI and Machine Learning.

• Professor of Practice:
  Ph.D., M.S./M.A., or B.S./B.A. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field; professional experience with a national or international reputation as a distinguished practitioner; strong interpersonal and communication skills and a commitment to student success.
• Tenure-Track Assistant Professor:
  Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field by start date; evidence of research productivity and potential for sustained scholarly achievement; ability to teach effectively and mentor students; evidence of interdisciplinary collaboration or engagement with AI in the sciences; strong interpersonal and communication skills and a commitment to student success.

Assistant Professor: $110,000 – $132,000

Professor of Practice: $125,000 – $157,000

Mines offers a benefits package including flexible health and dental options, generous paid time off, a fully vested retirement plan, tuition benefits, and transit passes.

For full consideration, apply by March 1, 2026. Applicants upload a CV, a cover letter, and additional materials as described. Required documents typically include:

• A cover letter expressing interest in the position
• A curriculum vitae
• A statement of teaching (up to 2 pages)

For the Assistant Professor position, also include:

• A statement of research (up to 4 pages)
• Up to three representative research papers

Teaching and Research Statements should describe pedagogical approach and research plans, including potential for external funding and transdisciplinary collaboration. Successful completion of a background check is required. This posting may be used to fill multiple openings. Questions can be directed to the HR contact.

Equality, disability, and accommodation statements:
Mines complies with relevant disability laws and provides accommodations in the employment process and workplace. Qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans may request accommodations from the Human Resources team.

References:
For questions, contact Kathleen Feighny in HR. Final details about benefits are available at Mines HR benefits.