Track Assistant Professor of Computer Science

The American University of Beirut

Position 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, 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.

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.

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.