Open Rank Professor, 9 Month Salaried (Data Science & AI)

Department of Computer Science | College of Arts & Sciences

The Department of Computer Science at Florida State University invites applications for a tenure-track open rank Professor position to begin in August 2027. The position is 9-month, full-time, and eligible for benefits.

Focus areas include Machine Learning Systems, Foundation Models, and Multi-Agent Systems, as well as supporting domains for AI, such as Big Data Engineering, Edge Computing and Sensor Networks, High-Performance Computing, and Human-Computer Interaction. We will also consider outstanding candidates in related areas.

A doctoral degree from an accredited institution or the highest degree appropriate in Computer Science or closely related field with demonstrated record of achievement in teaching and academic research is required.

Candidates with outstanding academic credentials commensurate with tenured Associate or Full Professors are encouraged. Candidates at this level will be expected to have the experience and expertise to lead a cutting-edge research group.

The department currently has 31 tenure-track and 7 specialized faculty members and offers BS, MS, and PhD degrees, including an AI Concentration, a new MS in CyberAI, and a new BS in AI. The department is an NSA/DHS Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE/CDE) and Research (CAE-R). FSU is classified as a Carnegie R1: Doctoral Universities – Very High Research Activity and is ranked No. 17 among public universities in TIME’S America’s Best Colleges list. Its primary role is to serve as a center for advanced graduate and professional studies, with an emphasis on research and excellence in undergraduate education.

Questions can be emailed to Prof. Xiuwen Liu, Faculty Search Committee Chair.

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Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita.

Please include a curriculum vitae and statements of teaching and research philosophy with the online application.

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This is a Faculty position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

This position is being advertised as open until filled.

Application review will begin on December 15, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.