Assistant Professor of Computer and Information Science

Assistant Professor of Computer and Information Science

In 1839, Westfield State University was founded on the ideals of Horace Mann who sought to improve society through education. We were the first public education institution without barrier to race, gender or economic class. The spirit of innovative thinking and social responsibility is forged in a curriculum of liberal arts and professional studies contributing to the development of knowledge, skills, and character essential for students to become responsible leaders and engaged citizens.

Westfield State is a highly residential campus with approximately 55% of our 3,100 full‑time undergraduate students living on campus. The campus is ideally situated on the edge of the Berkshire Mountains in western Massachusetts just 30 minutes from the thriving cultural centers of Springfield, Northampton, and Amherst with a selection of museums, theater, collegiate and minor league sports, hiking trails, and restaurants.

The University is within 1.5 hours of Boston and Albany and within 3 hours of New York City and the Green Mountain range of Vermont.

Thank You for Your Interest in Becoming a Westfield State Community Member

You are welcome here. You can advance your career and make a difference here. We invite you to bring your whole self and talents to Westfield State University. The University seeks applicants whose record of teaching, student advising, research, and administration positions them to contribute to the everyday practice of our institutional values.

Westfield State commits to values that strengthen a common bond among all members of our community and promotes a rich campus environment.

• Embrace Diversity – We treat all members of our community with dignity and respect.
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• Build a Strong Community – We are inclusive and ensure equity, supporting the personal development of all community members, and embracing multiple perspectives.
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Title:

Assistant Professor of Computer and Information Science
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Job Title:

Assistant Professor
Department: Computer and Information Science
Job Code: HA3200
FLSA Status: Exempt
Funding:
Bargaining Unit: MSCA
Job Type: Full-time, Tenure Track
Timeframe: Academic Calendar
Shift: TBD
Regular Days Off: Saturday and Sunday
Supervision Received: Reports Directly to the Chair of the Department
Supervision Exercised: None
Salary: $80,000.00-$85,000.00 (salary commensurate with education and experience)

General Statement of Duties: The Department of Computer and Information Science at Westfield State University invites applications for a full‑time tenure‑track Assistant Professor position beginning in the Fall of 2026. We seek an energetic individual with enthusiasm, and a strong commitment to both teaching and advising. The selected candidate will teach courses in our undergraduate program, provide advising and other services to our students, as well as participate in meetings and events as a full‑time faculty member of our department.

Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate education and broad potential for excellence in teaching, scholarship and service.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties include but not limited to:

• Provide instruction in both in‑classroom and online environment.
• Advise and mentor students.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university‑wide committees and activities.
• Engage in scholarly activity, which may include original research, creative work, or other meaningful contributions to the advancement of the discipline.
• Design and revise course curricula as necessary to maintain relevance with the changing demands of the field.

Required Qualifications:

• Earned doctorate degree in relevant field (ABD candidates will be considered)
• At least 2 years of…