Professor of Practice
The Department of Computer Science at Tulane University invites applications for a Professor of Practice position beginning in Fall 2027. We welcome and encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups. Our friendly, collaborative, and collegial department currently has 14 tenure-track/tenured faculty and four Professors of Practice, with a commitment to continue to grow over the next few years. In our research and teaching, we take pride in our equal focus on both computer science and its interdisciplinary applications. Our current faculty are engaged in collaborative research with colleagues in the School of Science and Engineering, the School of Liberal Arts, and the Health Sciences, and our faculty are at the forefront of Artificial Intelligence research and AI initiatives throughout campus. More information about the department, its faculty, its research areas, and its undergraduate and graduate programs can be found at https://sse.tulane.edu/cs.
The department is looking to expand its expertise in computer systems and programming languages. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, programming languages and compilers, cybersecurity, databases, distributed systems, and operating systems. Outstanding candidates from other areas will be considered as well. The successful candidate will have a record of excellent teaching and mentoring at the undergraduate level, a commitment to student-centered teaching, and a drive to support our students both in and out of the classroom.
The School of Science and Engineering provides exceptional opportunities for collaboration across disciplines and supports the development of cutting-edge research and educational initiatives. The School is distinctive as the only academic unit at a major research university to merge the behavioral sciences, physical sciences, life sciences, engineering, and mathematics, which provides an unusually rich environment for innovative programs and interdisciplinary research.
Tulane University is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as an R1 (Very High Research Activity) and Community Engaged university. Tulane brings together bold and creative scholars, scientists, and students who are committed to crossing boundaries. Data-intensive discovery lies at the heart of research and education at Tulane and is fueled by Tulane’s Jurist Center for Artificial Intelligence, the Center for Community-Engaged Artificial Intelligence, and the Connolly Alexander Institute for Data Science. Tulane resides in historic New Orleans, Louisiana – a city that takes the utmost pride in its vibrant music scene, world-class restaurants, rich confluence of cultures and traditions, and festive Mardi Gras parades. "The things that make life worth living – eating, drinking and the making of merriment – are the air that New Orleans breathes." - Adam Karlin, Lonely Planet. The Princeton Review ranks Tulane at or near the top for College City Gets High Marks (#7), Their Students Love these Colleges (#20), Best Quality of Life (#20), Most Engaged in Community Service (#6), and Best-Run Colleges (#24).
Application Instructions
Review of applications will begin on January 1, 2027, and will continue until the position is filled.
A complete application should include a CV, a teaching statement including teaching evaluations, and at least three letters of recommendation that address teaching.
Responsibilities
Tulane Professors of Practice are faculty who design, enhance, and teach courses, and provide departmental and university service. Their term appointments are renewable every three years (initially) and every five years after promotion to Senior Professor of Practice. The typical teaching load is three courses per semester (two preps). Tulane recognizes and rewards innovative and quality teaching. Candidates interested in creating and adopting pedagogical innovations, conducting scholarly activity in computer science education, or developing original elective courses will find many opportunities and support to pursue their interests.
Qualifications
PhD in Computer Science; teaching experience preferred.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane’s employment or educational programs or activities.
Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at 504-865-4748 or by email at hr@tulane.edu.