The Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) at the University of Notre Dame invites applications for tenure-track faculty position(s). Possible ranks include Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Full Professor.
The CSE Department seeks to attract, develop, and retain excellent faculty members with strong records and future promise. The Department seeks to fill a tenure-track position at the intersection of ethics and computing, broadly construed, including but not limited to responsible and trustworthy AI, algorithmic fairness and accountability, privacy, security, and safety, AI governance and auditing, and the measurement and evaluation of sociotechnical systems. In addition, outstanding candidates in other areas of computer science and engineering may be reviewed.
This search is sponsored by the Notre Dame Ethics Initiative, and successful candidates will have an affiliation with the interdisciplinary Institute for Ethics and the Common Good.
The Department offers Ph.D., MS, and undergraduate degrees. Duties include research, teaching, and service. Tenured and tenure-track faculty members are expected to excel in classroom teaching, lead highly visible research projects that attract substantial external funding, advise graduate students, and serve the profession and the University. More information about the Department of Computer Science and Engineering can be found at https://cse.nd.edu/.
Candidates at the entry level must have completed all requirements for a Ph.D. degree or have completed all but dissertation in computer science or a related discipline with degree expected by August 1, 2027. Candidates at the advanced assistant, associate, or full professor level must have a Ph.D. in computer science or a related discipline.
Applicants are invited to provide any or all of the following: cover letter; curriculum vitae; comprehensive research plan; statement of teaching philosophy and interests; contact information for three professional references; and statement regarding potential engagement with and commitment to the mission of the University of Notre Dame. All materials should be submitted via this website. To guarantee full consideration, applications must be received by November 15, 2026; however, applications will be accepted until December 15, 2026.
The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.
To support relocating families, Notre Dame’s Dual Career Assistance Program helps spouses and partners pursue local career opportunities.
This appointment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Applicants will be asked to identify all felony convictions and/or pending felony charges. Felony convictions do not automatically bar an individual from employment. Each case will be examined separately to determine the appropriateness of employment in the particular position. Failure to be forthcoming or dishonesty with respect to felony disclosures can result in the disqualification of a candidate. The full procedure can be viewed at https://facultyhandbook.nd.edu/?id=link-73597.
