Assistant/Associate Professor 10 Months, Department of Computer Science and Technology, Fall 2027 (Two Positions)

Kean University•Union, NJ

13h•$92,363 - $108,434

About The Position

Kean University invites applications for two full-time, ten-month, tenure-track faculty positions in the Department of Computer Science and Technology for the 2027–2028 academic year, beginning September 1, 2027. The positions are at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank. Faculty are expected to demonstrate teaching excellence and maintain an ongoing program of research and publication or creative and performance activity. Departmental responsibilities include curriculum development, student advisement, and service at the departmental, college, university, and community levels. Proficiency in a Learning Management System is required in accordance with University guidelines. The department seeks research-active candidates to teach undergraduate and graduate courses. Its programs include undergraduate degrees in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, and Information Technology, as well as MS and Ph.D. degrees. Kean is designated by the NSA as a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense. The department emphasizes undergraduate research and has a collaborative faculty team with distinction in mentoring undergraduate researchers. The positions may require work at any of Kean’s New Jersey campus locations or affiliated work sites, with assignments based on operational and university needs. Faculty may also be assigned online classes for Kean Global. Teaching assignments may include daytime, evening, and weekend courses; evening hours are required according to departmental needs, including evening or night courses and most graduate course assignments. Newly hired employees must establish a principal residence in New Jersey within 365 days of their hire date, in compliance with the New Jersey First Act. Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for three professional references. Review begins immediately and continues until the position is filled; official transcripts are required before appointment. The annual salary range is $92,362.62–$108,433.95, with faculty rank considered in determining the offer. The position may be eligible for a benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, a retirement plan, and work-life balance benefits.

Requirements

Doctorate in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; ABD candidates may be considered if the degree is completed by September 1, 2027.
Established and active independent research record supporting publication in peer-reviewed journals or publication venues appropriate for the discipline.
Strong agenda for future research in relevant areas, including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, distributed systems, computer science education, or data science.
Commitment to excellence in teaching.
Proficiency in a Learning Management System, consistent with University guidelines.
Establish a principal residence in New Jersey within 365 days of the effective date of hire, as required by the New Jersey First Act.

Nice To Haves

Research interests in artificial intelligence or cybersecurity, identified as priority areas.
Industry experience.
Teaching experience.

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
Demonstrate teaching excellence and maintain an ongoing program of research and publication or creative and performance activity.
Participate in curriculum development.
Advise students.
Provide service at the departmental, college, university, and community levels.
Use a Learning Management System in accordance with University guidelines.
Teach daytime, evening, and/or weekend courses as assigned; evening teaching may be required based on departmental needs.