Assistant​/Associate Professor of Computer Science

Assistant/Associate Professor of Computer Science

Position
Northwest Nazarene University (NNU) presents a full‑time, tenure‑track Assistant/Associate Professor of Computer Science position beginning fall 2026 in the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science. The role is housed in the Thomas Health & Science Building and the Wiley Learning Center.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field. ABDs in a Ph.D. program and candidates with an MS plus significant professional experience are also considered.
• Experience teaching graduate and/or undergraduate students with a commitment to teaching in a Christian liberal arts setting.
• An active research agenda and normal institutional service are desired and necessary for promotion and tenure.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• All candidates must identify as Christians (preferably in the;br>
  
  Wesleyan tradition) and agree with NNU’s mission, values, and lifestyle. Willingness to advance the university’s spiritual goals is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 2 years of professional experience in software development, project management, data science/AI, cybersecurity, or another CS/IT field.

Essential Duties

• Teach a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses across the Computer Science curriculum; teaching in Data Science/Artificial Intelligence is desired.
• Advise graduate and undergraduate students.
• Mentor senior and master students’ capstone projects.
• Contribute to curriculum review, development, and assessment within the Mathematics and Computer Science Departments.
• Establish and maintain an active program of research and scholarship.
• Include graduate and undergraduate students in research projects.
• Participate in university faculty governance.
• Actively engage in the life of the department and the university.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary will be determined based on the candidate’s educational background and experience. NNU offers health, vision, and dental insurance for employees and families; long‑term disability and life insurance تبد; tuition benefits for employees and dependents; professional development opportunities; sabbatical experiences; and a generous retirement plan.

Job Details

Seniority level:
Entry level.

Employment type:

Full‑time. Job function:
Education and Training.

Northwest Nazarene University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As an educational institution operating under the auspices of the Church of the Nazarene, NNU is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (Title VII, Sections 702‑703, United States Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended).