The Computer Science Department at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Data Science at the assistant professor rank to begin 9/1/2026. This position is essential to develop our AI/data science curriculum, mentor students in AI- and data-driven research projects and build relevant partnerships with regional organizations. This role directly benefits the Software Development concentration by reinforcing real-world practices (deployment, testing, version control) in AI/DS projects, and it strengthens the Data Science Minor in Mathematics by supplying upper-level computing electives that complement its current course offerings. The position carries a 4-4 teaching load. Teaching responsibilities span from introductory programming through advanced AI/DS topics.

Requirements:

• Earned doctorate from an accredited institution of higher education by the start date for the position.
• Strong programming skills in Java, Python, C++, and SQL.
• Expertise in data modeling, machine learning, and applied problem-solving.
• Ability to develop and teach AI/data science courses.
• Demonstrated potential for student mentoring and guiding research projects.
• Ability to teach foundational CS courses in addition to AI/DS specialization.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching and research.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in software engineering or industry applications of AI/data science.
• Proven track record of building partnerships with organizations.
• Experience with interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Experience teaching at college or community college level.

This is a full-time, benefitted position within the MSCA union. Salary for this position is $75,000-$85,000. Position starts on 9/1/2026.

Until further notice, in response to the Presidential proclamation, issued on September 19, 2025, imposing a significant fee on the entry of individuals with new H-1B visas, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. Should you need to request a reasonable accommodation for the application process, please email Brenda Stokes, Executive Director of Human Resources. 

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