Endowed Chair in Computer Science in Artificial Intelligence

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Job Title

Endowed Chair in Computer Science in Artificial Intelligence

Division

Divison of Academic Affairs

Department

School of Computer, Mathematical & Natural Sciences

Work Status

Full Time

Position Category

Faculty

Faculty Rank

Full Professor

FLSA

Exempt

Pay Range

Exempt

Salary Range

$200,000 - $250,000 / year

Fund Source

State Support

Job Summary

Morgan State University ( MSU ), Maryland’s preeminent public urban
research university located in Baltimore, Maryland, is a
Carnegie-classified Doctoral Research Institution with High
Research Activity (R2). It is known for its excellence in teaching,
research, and services. In the last six years, this bustling HBCU
has increased its enrollment by more than 50%, from 7,600 to 12,400
students, and has tripled its research grant output from about $30
million per year to over $100 million per year in 2024-2025. MSU
offers innovative, inclusive, and distinctive educational
experiences to a broad cross-section of the population in a
comprehensive range of disciplines at the baccalaureate, master’s,
doctoral, and professional degree levels, totaling more than 160
degree programs, including 31 doctoral programs.

MSU invites applications and nominations for an Endowed Chair in
Computer Science in Artificial Intelligence (AI). Recognizing the
transformative impact of artificial intelligence and machine
learning across sectors, MSU has identified AI as a strategic
institutional priority. The University is advancing a bold vision
for leadership in the following areas: Generative and foundational
AI models; AI-driven approaches to quantum computing and
cybersecurity integration; autonomous systems and robotics; AI in
health and environmental sustainability; AI ethics; AI in
education, and workforce development.

We seek a visionary scholar and academic leader with a nationally
recognized record of excellence in research, external funding, and
graduate training. The Endowed Chair will play a pivotal role in
advancing cutting-edge AI research, fostering interdisciplinary
collaboration across schools and centers, strengthening
partnerships with industry and federal agencies, and expanding
academic excellence in artificial intelligence across research,
education, and innovation.

Job Duties

• Provide intellectual and strategic leadership in Artificial

Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) research and
development.

• Establish and sustain a nationally recognized research

program.

• Lead large-scale, multidisciplinary grant proposals from

government, industry, and foundations

• Mentor faculty, postdoctoral fellows, and graduate and

undergraduate students.

• Develop innovative curricula and workforce development programs

in AI/ML and related fields.

• Foster collaborations with industry, government laboratories,

and academic institutions.

• Promote ethical, responsible, and equitable AI research and

applications.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Characteristics

• Ph.D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data

Science, or a closely related discipline.

• Demonstrated leadership experience in higher education, such as

program coordination, committee leadership, center administration,
or departmental administration.

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication

skills.

• Commitment to student success, inclusive excellence, and

faculty development.

• Commitment to mentoring and advancing excellence, diversity,

equity, and inclusion in STEM fields.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Internationally recognized record of scholarship and innovation

in AI/ML

• Strong history of extramural funding and high-impact

publications.

• Demonstrated leadership experience in academic and research

settings.

• Demonstrated collaborations with industry partners, including

projects with external funding.

• A track record of curriculum development at undergraduate and

graduate levels.

• Effective leadership skills and experience working

collaboratively with faculty and students.

Other Preferences for Consideration

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

FA00440

Number of Vacancies

1

Job Open Date

11/02/2026

Best Consideration Date

12/22/2026

Job Close Date

01/31/2027

Special Instructions to Applicant

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you a current, past, or retired Morgan State University

employee? Are you a current, past, or retired State employee? If
YES to current, past, or retired STATE employee, please state the
agency. If not applicable, put N/A.

(Open Ended Question)

• * How did you hear about this employment Opportunity?
• The Chronicle of Higher Education
• EDULedger (formerly Diverse Issues in Higher Ed)
• Higher Ed Jobs
• Inside Higher Ed
• Insight into Academia (formerly Insight into Diversity)
• LinkedIn
• Mid-Atlantic HERC (Higher Education Recruitment

Consortium)

• Other Online Advertising
• Agency Referral
• Website
• MSU Careers Website
• * Do you currently hold a Ph.D. in Computer Science, Artificial

Intelligence, Data Science, or a closely related discipline?

• Yes
• No
• * Do you have experience developing curricula at the

undergraduate and graduate levels?

• Yes
• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Research Philosophy
• Reference Letter

Optional Documents

• Resume
• Transcripts (unofficial )
• Supporting Document