Asst Prof of Mathematics + Computer Science

Ohio Wesleyan University • Delaware, OH

36d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at Ohio Wesleyan University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Computer Science beginning August 2026. We seek an outstanding teacher-scholar committed to engaging undergraduates in both the classroom and the laboratory. We seek candidates who can teach generally across the breadth of Computer Sciences, but are especially interested in candidates who can also develop and teach courses in applied areas such as software development, machine learning, or similar subjects. The successful candidate will establish a dynamic research program that welcomes students at all levels of preparation, fostering student success. New faculty at OWU benefit from strong institutional support, including the opportunity to apply for start-up funding, a pre-tenure sabbatical, and extensive opportunities for student-faculty collaboration through the Summer Scholarship Research Program and our signature experience, The OWU Connection. The department is part of a vibrant interdisciplinary community with wide-ranging teaching and research interests, supported by faculty development and mentoring from the Center for Teaching, Learning, and Innovation. This position is part of a faculty cluster hire designed to expand our curriculum and strengthen our community of teacher-scholars. Faculty in this cohort will join a college deeply committed to flexibility, interdisciplinarity, and inclusivity. New faculty have opportunities for mentoring, professional development, and collaboration across the Ohio Five and GLCA consortia. About Ohio Wesleyan Located in the Columbus, Ohio metropolitan area, Ohio Wesleyan is a selective residential liberal arts college enrolling approximately 1,600+ students from across the nation and around the world. The college's signature program, The OWU Connection, empowers students to complete research, community service, careers, and study abroad, teaching students to apply their knowledge in real-world settings. Ohio Wesleyan is featured in the book Colleges That Change Lives and was recently listed as the No. 1 liberal arts college in Ohio for social mobility by U.S. News and World Report. OWU is located in Delaware, OH, a lively college town just 30 minutes from Columbus, the 14th most populous city in the United States and part of the fastest growing, most economically vibrant areas of the Midwest. Columbus, known increasingly as the "Silicon Midwest," was named by LinkedIn as one of the top 10 U.S. cities in which to launch your career. To achieve our mission, we continually strive to foster a campus community where every individual is respected, supported, and able to flourish. We affirm the worth of all persons and welcome people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Ohio Wesleyan University is an equal opportunity institution and seeks applications from individuals who will contribute to, and help strengthen, our commitment to academic excellence, mutual respect, and the shared pursuit of knowledge.

Requirements

• PhD or ABD in Computer Science or a related discipline by August 2026.
• Evidence of teaching potential in undergraduate computer science.
• Evidence of research potential in computer science including the ability to work well with undergraduates on mentored research projects.

Responsibilities

• Teach the standard teaching load of six courses per academic year (3 per semester), which includes lecture and laboratory sections where appropriate across a wide variety of Computer Science courses at all levels, and ranging across many topics and areas.
• Develop new courses for the Computer Science major, as appropriate for the candidate's abilities and interests.
• Advise students in their academic career.
• Engage in a consistent and focused line of research.
• Provide service to the department, university, and profession.
• Assist in curriculum development, revision, and evaluation.

Benefits

• New faculty at OWU benefit from strong institutional support, including the opportunity to apply for start-up funding, a pre-tenure sabbatical, and extensive opportunities for student-faculty collaboration through the Summer Scholarship Research Program and our signature experience, The OWU Connection.
• New faculty have opportunities for mentoring, professional development, and collaboration across the Ohio Five and GLCA consortia.

What This Job Offers

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