Assistant Professor

Position Description

Boston University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science within the College of Arts & Sciences beginning July 1, 2027. We seek candidates in Artificial Intelligence, broadly defined.

The Department of Computer Science invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Artificial Intelligence. We seek candidates innovating at the convergence of AI, with a focus on AI Agents, AI for Health and Science, Natural Language Processing, and Responsible AI. The successful candidate will collaborate across the BU ecosystem, including faculty in Computer Science, Computing & Data Sciences, Electrical and Computer Engineering, and the Hariri Institute.

Boston University offers a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary environment, with strong connections to the Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences (CDS) and the Hariri Institute for Computing and Computational Science & Engineering. These initiatives provide substantial opportunities for cross-disciplinary research and engagement across the university.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Research: Develop a vigorous, externally funded research program that advances the forefront of AI, leveraging BU’s interdisciplinary ecosystem.
• Teaching: Demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring a diverse student body at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Service: Contribute to departmental, university, and professional service, fostering a collaborative and inclusive academic environment.

Required Qualifications:
Applicants must hold a PhD in Computer Science or a closely related field by the date of appointment. Candidates should demonstrate a strong record of high-impact research and show clear potential for excellence in teaching. The starting salary for this position will be $145,000 to $155,000.

To apply, please submit: cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, research statement, teaching statement, up to three sample publications, and three reference letters to https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/33223. Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2026, and will continue a rolling basis. Applications received by December 1, 2026, will receive full consideration

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We seek scholars who will contribute to our community of teachers and researchers through excellence in innovative scholarship, engaged teaching, and participation in the intellectual life of the University. Boston University provides an environment where faculty and students work together across disciplines, perspectives, and experiences to advance knowledge and address society’s most pressing challenges.

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