Assistant or Associate Professor of Computer Science - WVU Tech (Beckley)

West Virginia University Institute of Technology (WVU Tech), part of the WVU system of campuses located in Beckley, WV, is currently inviting applications and nominations for the following employment opportunity:

The Department of Computer Science and Information Systems within the Leonard C. Nelson School of Engineering seeks to hire a tenure-track Associate Professor in Computer Science for the academic year 2025-26. The department offers two-degree programs: BS degree in Computer Science (CS) and BS degree in Information Systems (IS). Both programs have an area of emphasis in Cybersecurity. This position is 9-month, tenure-track, full-time, and benefits-eligible.

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching Computer Science and Information Systems courses for baccalaureate programs. The successful candidate will also be expected to pursue scholarly activities and perform other service activities associated with a faculty position.

Date of Appointment: August 15, 2025

Location: Beckley, WV

Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled.

WVU Tech is a regional division of the West Virginia University system and is located in Beckley, West Virginia. It boasts a 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio and an average class size of 17 students, allowing personalized attention in a supportive environment. WVU Tech is ranked first in the state for return on investment, and seventh in the nation in annual ROI for students paying in-state tuition. The campus is near state and national parks and numerous recreational opportunities.

WVU Tech offers a broad array of programs including four-year (BS) programs in Civil, Chemical, Computer, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering; Computer Science; and Information Systems.

More information about the Leonard C. Nelson School of Engineering can be found at: http://engineering.wvutech.edu/

• A Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field is required by the time of appointment.
• Ability to teach Discrete Mathematics, Computer Science 1 and 2 and some upper-level courses for CS program including Cybersecurity courses is preferred.
• Commitment to teaching excellence, responsiveness to student needs, and good communication skills are essential.
• To be considered at the Associate Professor rank, applicants must have a minimum of five years of higher education teaching experience.

Applications must include:

• Letter of interest
• Curriculum vitae
• Unofficial copies of all transcripts
• Contact information including telephone and email addresses for 3 references

Apply online at: http://hr.wvutech.edu/employment_opportunities

Please electronically submit a single PDF file containing the application materials.

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