Assistant Professor of Computer Science Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Posting Details Posting Details Logo Institution South Dakota State University Working Title Assistant Professor of Computer Science Posting Number F01870P Department SDSU-Electrical Engr & Computer Science Physical Location of Position (City) Brookings Posting Text The McComish Department of Electrical Engineering and
Computer Science (EECS) in the Jerome J. Lohr College of Engineering at South Dakota State University invites applications for a 9-month, full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Computer Science, beginning August 2026. This position offers the opportunity to join a dynamic department committed to innovation, student success, and impactful research. This is a benefits-eligible role, on our vibrant main campus
in Brookings, South Dakota, that reports to the EECS Department Head. The McComish Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) is home to a thriving research culture, with several faculty members securing NSF funding and publishing in leading venues across fields such as big data, computer networks, natural language processing, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. This dedication to
research excellence is further highlighted by the Jerome J. Lohr College of Engineering, which has earned two prestigious NSF CAREER awards in the past two years, underscoring its growing prominence. The EECS department integrates all aspects of electricity, electronics, hardware, and software into a dynamic, multi-disciplinary unit, offering degree programs in electrical engineering and computer science, along with
minors in computer science, biomedical engineering, and software engineering. With established research programs in materials science, nanotechnology, sensors, photovoltaics, and satellite image processing, our alumni are excelling globally. Seventeen dedicated faculty members combine their passion for research and teaching, incorporating cutting-edge advancements into the classroom to enrich both undergraduate and
graduate education.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:This position will teach and conduct research in one or more preferred areas of computer science, including: robotics, quantum computing, or closely related fields. The successful candidate will develop and maintain an independent, active research program, secure external funding from diverse sources, and share findings through leading journals and conference presentations. The
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