Assistant Professor of Software Engineering
Listed on 2026-01-26
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Education / Teaching
University Professor
Job Overview
Job Number
: 553247
Position
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Assistant Professor of Software Engineering
Effective Date
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August 17, 2026 (Fall Semester)
Salary Range
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The Assistant Professor (Academic Year) classification salary is $74,652 to $158,688 per year / $6,221 to $13,224 per month (12 monthly payments per academic year). The anticipated hiring range is $103,008 - $106,008 per year / $8,584 - $8,834 per month (12 monthly payments per academic year). Salary offered is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Final date to receive applications
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Review of applications to begin January 20, 2026. Position opened until filled (or recruitment canceled).
California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) is a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI). CSULB earned the Seal of Excelencia in 2023 and is committed to diversity and student success.
Duties- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in software engineering, software design and architecture, and related areas of computer engineering and computer science. Instruction in the Department of CECS is primarily in-person. (Mode of instruction may include in-person, hybrid, online, and/or any combination thereof.)
- Contribute to the development, assessment, and continuous improvement of the curriculum in software engineering and related technical fields
- Engage in sustained research and scholarly activities that result in peer-reviewed publications and external funding
- Advise and mentor students to support their academic and professional growth
- Provide service to the department, college, university, and broader community
CSULB seeks to recruit faculty who enthusiastically support the University’s commitment to the academic success of all students, including those with disabilities, first-generation students, veterans, and students from diverse socio-economic backgrounds and diverse sexual orientations and gender expressions.
Required Qualifications- Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a closely related field. Areas of expertise may include software design and architecture, software testing and verification, software project management, and software maintenance and evolution; as well as emerging areas such as Dev Ops, software analytics, AI-assisted software engineering, human-centered software design, secure software development, and large-scale distributed or cloud-based systems. Degree at time of application or official notification of completion of the doctoral degree by August 1, 2026.
- Demonstrated potential for effective teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels in Computer Science and/or Computer Engineering
- Demonstrated potential for excellence in research and other related scholarly/creative activities
- Demonstrated commitment to working successfully with a diverse student population, including low socioeconomic and first-generation students
- At least two years of teaching experience in undergraduate and/or graduate level courses in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, software engineering, or related areas
- At least one year of postdoctoral or equivalent research experience in software engineering, software design and architecture, software testing and verification, Dev Ops, software analytics, or AI-assisted software development
- Experience working with populations demographically and/or socioeconomically similar to the CSULB student body
- Experience mentoring or supporting students using inclusive and culturally relevant teaching strategies in a diverse classroom
The Department of Computer Engineering and Computer Science (CECS) at CSULB is a diverse community of faculty and students dedicated to advancing computing and engineering. We offer a range of programs including a new Bachelor of Science in Applied Data Science. Our faculty conduct research in AI, cybersecurity, software engineering, IoT, embedded systems, and data science with applications in healthcare, industry, and public policy.
CECS emphasizes inclusive and collaborative growth for students, faculty, and staff.
Information on benefits: CSU Employee Benefits.
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