Description The Department of Computer Science invites applications for a tenure-track appointment beginning Fall 2027. Assistant Professor (Ph.D.) preferred; Instructor (ABD) or Associate Professor possible. We are eager to consider candidates whose scholarly agenda expands the department's existing breadth in Computer Science. Candidates with degrees in closely related fields will also be considered. The teaching load is five courses (or equivalent) over two semesters; periodically one course will be Tutorial (a topical writing/critical thinking course for first-year students, the only College-wide requirement beyond the completion of a major in an individually-advised curriculum). The successful candidate will be prepared and willing to teach two of the department's three introductory courses (and eventually all three), as well as at least two of the upper-level required (non-elective) courses for the major. Additional information about our curriculum and faculty can be found at https://www.cs.grinnell.edu . Qualifications Assistant Professor (Ph.D.) preferred; Instructor (ABD) or Associate Professor possible. Application Instructions In letters of application, candidates should discuss their interest in developing as a teacher and scholar in a highly selective undergraduate liberal arts college that emphasizes close student-faculty interaction . They should also discuss their potential to contribute to a college community that maintains a diversity of people and perspectives as one of its core values. To be assured of full consideration, all application materials should be received by October 2, 2026. To apply, candidates will need to upload the following materials:

• A letter of application
• Curriculum vitae
• Undergraduate and graduate transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable)
• Teaching statement
• Research statement
• Names and email contact information for three professional references The teaching statement should describe the candidate's pedagogical philosophy and approaches and indicate teaching interests.

The research statement should discuss the candidate's scholarly work and agenda for a general computing audience. Questions about this search should be directed to the search chair, Professor Jerod Weinman , at cssearch@grinnell.edu or 641-269-3172. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Grinnell College is committed to establishing and maintaining a safe and nondiscriminatory educational environment for all College community members. It is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in matters of admission, employment, and housing, and in access to and participation in its education programs, services, and activities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, religion, disability, creed or any other protected class. Discrimination and harassment on any of the bases covered by state or federal antidiscrimination statutes is unlawful and a violation of Grinnell College policy. Grinnell College recognizes that harassment can relate to an individual's membership in more than one protected class. Targeting individuals on the basis of their membership in any protected class is also a violation of Grinnell's Community Standards and Responsibilities and may violate the College's Hate Crime and Bias-Motivated Incident Policy. Under these circumstances, the College will coordinate the investigation and resolution, provided that doing so does not unduly delay prompt and equitable resolution under this policy. This policy prohibits sexual harassment, sexual violence, sexual assault, and intimate partner violence against Grinnell College community members of any gender, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation. This policy also prohibits gender-based harassment that does not involve conduct of a sexual nature. The College has grievance procedures for any individual who has experienced harassment or discrimination and wishes to pursue resolution. An offer for this position will be contingent on successful completion of a background check.