Assistant/Associate Professor in the School of Applied and Creative Computing

Purdue University • West Lafayette, IN

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About The Position

The School of Applied and Creative Computing at Purdue University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor or Associate Professor position in Creative Computing and AI at the West Lafayette, Indiana campus starting in August 2026. We seek researchers and educators whose work integrates AI with digital artifacts and interactive experiences. Areas of interest include but are not limited to: AI in the context of co-creative systems, human-computer interaction, generative and multimodal media, visualization, gaming, and embodied and immersive experiences.

Requirements

• Completed a Ph.D. or expect to complete their Ph.D. by August 2026 in computing or closely related fields.

Responsibilities

• Pursue high-impact research programs and secure external funding to support technology development.
• Mentor graduate (M.S. and Ph.D.) and undergraduate students in research.
• Conduct high-quality teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Participate in service to the school, university, and the discipline.
• Engage with industry, the community, and colleagues within the computing discipline.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree