Tenure Track in Computer Science
9156BR
Golisano College of Computing & Info Sciences
GCCIS – Computer Science
Faculty Type (Tenure Status): Tenure-Track
Faculty Discipline: Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Machine Learning
Faculty Rank: Assistant Professor
Employment Category: Fulltime
Anticipated Start Date: 13-Aug-2025
Detailed Job Description
The Department of Computer Science in the Golisano College of Computing and Information Sciences at RIT invites applications for multiple full-time tenure-track assistant professor positions, beginning August 2025, in all areas of artificial intelligence. Successful applicants are expected to contribute to the scholarship of the department and college through externally funded research and through teaching and mentoring of BS, MS, and PhD students.
RIT is committed to being a student-centered research university. As part of that commitment, assistant professors will be offered a low teaching load, a mid-tenure review in the third year, with tenure review during year six, after which the teaching load will be adjusted according to the intensity of the research load. RIT is also positioned to provide excellent competitive startup funding for PhD students, equipment, and travel in support of building an outstanding research program. The university provides support for gaining external funding, including several internal seed funding opportunities.
We are seeking an individual who has the ability and interest in contributing to a community committed to student centeredness; professional development and scholarship; integrity and ethics; respect, diversity, and pluralism; innovation and flexibility; and teamwork and collaboration. Select to view links to RIT’s core values, honor code, and statement of diversity.
Learn more about our excellent benefits, including tuition benefits, by visiting: https://www.rit.edu/humanresources/regular-employee-benefits
Department/College Description
The College:
The Golisano College of Computing and Information Sciences prepares students to improve lives and change the world through computing; GCCIS is home to the departments of Computer Science, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, School of Information, and the School of Interactive Games and Media. The college’s PhD program in Computer and Information Sciences is ranked 56th by CSRankings.org. The college has over 140 full‐time faculty, 3,900 undergraduate students, and 1,100 graduate students. RIT is an interdisciplinary research hub, with research groups and communities encompassing a range of domain areas,including the Global Cybersecurity Institute the Center for Human‐Aware Artificial Intelligence (https://rit.edu/chai), RIT’s Personalized Healthcare Technology initiative (https://www.rit.edu/pht180/), the Center for Accessibility and Inclusion Research (https://cair.rit.edu), the Center for Advancing STEM Teaching, Learning and Evaluation (https://rit.edu/castle/), the Media Arts Games Interaction Creativity (MAGIC) Center (https://magic.rit.edu), the Center for Computational Relativity and Gravitation (https://ccrg.rit.edu/), the Golisano Institute for Sustainability (https://rit.edu/sustainabilityinstitute/).
The Department:
Computer Science (https://cs.rit.edu) is the largest department at RIT. Our student-centered programs are home to over 1,500 students pursuing BS, MS, BS/MS, and PhD degrees. Upon graduation, our students pursue successful careers with leading technology companies. Our innovative problem-based introductory programming sequence has been continuously updated, in part through research projects funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF). The BS in Computer Science program at RIT is ranked 63rd in the latest U.S. News and World Reports ranking of Best Undergraduate Computer Science Programs. Additionally, the MS in Computer Science program at RIT is ranked 77th in the latest U.S. News and World Reports ranking of Best Graduate Computer Science Programs. We have enhanced our research presence while maintaining our commitment to excellence in student instruction. Our faculty publish in top-tier venues and contribute to leading conferences and journals. Funded research is carried out in the areas of artificial intelligence, computing education, data science, distributed systems, graphics and visualization, pervasive computing, programming languages, security, and theory (https://rit.edu/computing/department-computer-science#research). Students at all levels participate in research projects, including through NSF-sponsored undergraduate research programs. Our PhD students have made meaningful contributions to their respective areas and gone on to secure excellent positions in industry and academia. Faculty are encouraged to develop new courses and teach in their area of interest and have a low teaching load with capped class sizes.
The University:
Founded in 1829, Rochester Institute of Technology is a diverse and collaborative community of engaged, socially conscious, and intellectually curious minds. Through creativity and innovation, and an intentional blending of technology, the arts and design, we provide exceptional individuals with a wide range of academic opportunities, including a leading research program and an internationally recognized education for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. Beyond our main campus in Rochester, New York, RIT has international campuses in China, Croatia, Dubai, and Kosovo. And with more than 19,000 students and more than 125,000 graduates from all 50 states and over 100 nations, RIT is driving progress in industries and communities around the world. Find out more at www.rit.edu .
Required Minimum Qualifications
- PhD in computer science or closely related discipline by the date of appointment.
- Ongoing strong publication record and potential for obtaining external funding in an area of artificial intelligence that strengthens our department.
- Commitment to and experience in teaching and mentoring BS, MS, and PhD students in computer science.
- Ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the RIT’s continuing commitment to cultural diversity, pluralism, and individual differences.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English.
Required Minimum Education Level
PhD
Required Application Documents
Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae or Resume, List of References, Research Statement, Statement of Diversity Contribution, Statement of Teaching Philosophy
How To Apply
Apply online at http://careers.rit.edu/faculty; search openings, then Keyword Search 9156over letter addressing the listed qualifications, curriculum vitae or resume, which should include a list of publications, and uploaad the following attachments:
- A Statement of Teaching Philosophy describing your teaching experience, specific courses you can teach, and your approach to teaching, mentoring, and/or advising.
- A Research Statement describing the accomplishments, impacts, and future directions of your research.
- A List of three Professional References: The search committee may solicit recommendation letters from these references.
- Statement of Diversity Contribution explaining how you have demonstrated a commitment to diversity and inclusion in your work.
You can contact the search committee with questions on the position at: cs-facsearch@rit.edu
Review of applications will begin December 1, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled.
The direct link to this posting can be found here: https://sjobs.brassring.com/
Additional Details
RIT does not discriminate. RIT is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity, pluralism, and inclusion. For more information or inquiries, please visit RIT/TitleIX or the U.S. Department of Education at ED.Gov.
Hourly/Salary Minimum: 105000
Hourly/Salary Maximum:135000
jeid-05d40b48f63ad24d9379e774bb17b67d
