Job DescriptionBoston 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.
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.
Application InstructionsTo 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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