Assistant Professor - Computer Science, Cybersecurity or AI

Location: Western Washington University (WWU), Bellingham, WA

Salary: $100,000 – $104,000 per year

Posted: November 17, 2025

Category: Computer Science

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Position Overview

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Role

WWU invites applications from exceptional scholars in all areas of computer science, with particular interest in AI and cybersecurity. The role includes:

• Developing and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in computer science, data science, and cybersecurity.
• Conducting and mentoring research.
• Advising students and engaging in community service.
• Supporting department growth, including curriculum development, research initiatives, and lab facilities.

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Key Responsibilities

• Teach core, service, and advanced courses in CS, Data Science, or Cybersecurity.

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• Develop a strong program of scholarship involving student participation.
• Mentor students and contribute to an equitable and inclusive environment.
• Engage in departmental, college, and university service activities.

Department Highlights

• 18 tenured/tenure-track faculty, 15 non-tenure track instructors.
• Serves over 600 CS majors/pre-majors; up to 1000 students per quarter.
• Offers ABET-accredited B.S. in CS, M.S. in CS, B.S. in Data Science, B.S. in Cyber Security, and B.A. in CS Education.

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• Strong interdisciplinary research collaborations and partnerships with regional tech entities (e.g., PNNL, WAV-C, NUWC).
• New 20,000 sq. ft. facility, Kaiser Borsari Hall, with modern classrooms, labs, and student project spaces.

Candidate Requirements

• Commitment to high-quality teaching and scholarship.
• Ability to develop inclusive and equitable learning environments.
• Research expertise, preferably in AI or cybersecurity, with interest in mentoring students.

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• Engagement in service and community outreach.

Application Materials

• Application Letter (max 3 pages): Address qualifications and responsibilities.
• Service & Engagement Statement (max 2 pages): Mentoring, outreach, service contributions.
• Teaching Statement (max 2 pages): Teaching experience, philosophy, course plans.
• Research Statement (max 4 pages): Research interests, projects, student involvement.
• Curriculum Vitae
• References: Names and contact info for at least 3 professional references.

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• Transcripts: Unofficial undergraduate & graduate copies acceptable.

Work-Life Balance & Culture

• Reasonable teaching loads to support research.
• Strong culture of student-faculty research collaboration.
• High student engagement; alumni pursue careers in top tech companies, startups, and national labs.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

WWU emphasizes inclusive success, equity, and access across teaching, research, and service. Faculty are expected to foster inclusive environments and operationalize sustainability in their work.

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Location & Campus Life

• Bellingham, WA: Coastal city with 90,000 residents, scenic views of Bellingham Bay, the San Juan Islands, and the North Cascades.
• 90 miles north of Seattle and 60 miles south of Vancouver, BC.
• WWU has 14,000+ students across seven colleges and a graduate school.

Additional Notes

• All new employees must comply with immunization policies and employment eligibility verification.

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• Background checks, including sexual misconduct, are required.
• Annual Security and Fire Safety Report available upon request.

Learn more: WWU Computer Science Department

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