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he Department of Computer Science at Washington and Lee University (http://cs.wlu.edu) invites applications for two Visiting Assistant Professors of Computer Science, each lasting for 1 year, beginning July 1, 2025. These positions carry a 6-course teaching load distributed over Fall and Winter terms (12 weeks each) and the university's signature 4-week Spring Term. Candidates should be prepared to teach introductory courses--including classes for non-majors--as well as intermediate or advanced courses in one or more of the core areas in computer science. Our introductory courses have an associated lab, which counts towards the teaching load.

 

Washington and Lee is a highly selective independent, co-educational, liberal arts college of approximately 1850 undergraduate and 400 law students and is located in Lexington, VA, in the scenic Shenandoah Valley. The Department of Computer Science offers a collegial working environment, an excellent student body, and opportunities for professional development.

 

To achieve our mission as a liberal arts college, we strive to foster a welcoming campus community, which recognizes the value of all persons. Our department is committed to preparing our students for engaged citizenship by creating a positive learning and working environment for all through open and substantive dialogue. We welcome applications from candidates that would contribute to the University’s mission and Strategic Plan.

Qualifications

Candidates are expected to hold a Ph.D. in computer science or a closely related field upon employment. All areas of computer science will be considered.

Application Instructions

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. 

 

Candidates should submit:

• letter of application summarizing teaching interests and experience (including courses you can offer) and scholarly pursuits while demonstrating the ability to engage with students from a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds
• CV
• three confidential letters of recommendation, at least one of which addresses your teaching focus

 

All materials should be submitted via Interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/164556 .

 

For more information, you may contact Interim Department Chair, Simon Levy at [email protected].