Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Professor

University of Maryland•College Park, MD

1d•$177,968 - $254,811•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Computer Science at the University of Maryland (UMD), College Park, is recruiting multiple tenure-track faculty members at any tenure-track rank, with starting dates on or after July 1, 2027. Candidates from all areas of computer science will be considered. Exceptional candidates in AI with interdisciplinary perspectives, quantum computing, and health computing focused on neurodegenerative diseases are particularly encouraged to apply. Candidates should demonstrate potential to develop renowned, independent research programs and commitment to teaching and mentoring students at all levels, as well as service to the broader scientific community. Applicants whose work connects computer science with related disciplines are encouraged to apply and may be considered for joint appointments with other campus departments or institutes, including the Artificial Intelligence Interdisciplinary Institute at Maryland (AIM), the University of Maryland Institute for Advanced Computer Studies (UMIACS), and the University of Maryland Institute for Health Computing (IHC). Candidates interested in a joint appointment should indicate this in their cover letter. Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, research statement, and teaching statement online. The cover letter should identify the candidate’s research area. After submitting the initial application, candidates will be asked to provide contact information for at least four references. Applicants are strongly encouraged to upload complete materials by December 31, 2026; applications will continue to be accepted and reviewed until all positions are filled. The role is in the Department of Computer Science, and offers are contingent on completion of a background check. The stated salary range is $177,968–$254,811.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical & Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.
Strong, demonstrated potential to develop a renowned, independent research program.
Commitment to teaching and mentoring students at all levels.
Commitment to service to the broader scientific community.

Nice To Haves

Research in AI with interdisciplinary perspectives, quantum computing, or health computing focused on neurodegenerative diseases is particularly encouraged.
Work at the boundary between computer science and related disciplines is encouraged.
Interest in a joint appointment with AIM, UMIACS, IHC, or another campus department or institute may be indicated.