Description

The Department of Computer Science at the American University of Beirut invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning August 15, 2026. Candidates are expected to contribute to the department’s teaching, research, and service missions. 
Applicants should demonstrate strong potential for excellence in research and a commitment to high-quality teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

The successful candidate will be expected to: 
- Teach core and elective courses in Computer Science. 
- Supervise undergraduate and graduate student research. 
- Develop and sustain a strong research program with external funding. 
- Contribute to departmental, university, and professional service. 

Application Instructions: 
Applicants should submit: 
- A cover letter describing their interest in the position. 
- Curriculum Vitae. 
- Research statement. 
- Teaching statement. 
- Service statement. 
- Names and contact information of at least three references. 

The application material should be submitted through Interfolio at this link: https://apply.interfolio.com/177100 

Applications will be reviewed beginning February 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.  

AUB is an equal opportunity employer.  

Requirements

Areas of Specialization: 
We seek candidates whose expertise complements and strengthens the department’s curriculum and research profile. Priority areas include (but are not limited to): 
- Artificial Intelligence and Data Science 
- Software Engineering 
- Cybersecurity and Privacy 
- High Performance Computing 
- Computer Graphics and Gaming 
- Theoretical Computer Science 
Outstanding candidates in other areas of Computer Science will also be considered. 

Qualifications: 
- A Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field (at the time of appointment). 
- Evidence of excellence in research and publication. 
- Evidence of or potential for teaching excellence. 
- Ability to contribute to departmental priorities in both undergraduate and graduate education.