Job No: 559402
Work Type: Instructional Faculty –
Tenured/Tenure-Track
Location: Pomona
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association,
Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full Time, Faculty - Computer Science,
On-site (work in-person at business location)
Tenure Track Faculty Position
Assistant Professor of Computer Science
Department of Computer Science
College of Science
Anticipated Salary Range: $102,008 -
$108,048
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona invites
applications for a tenure track faculty position in the Department
of Computer Science. Cal Poly Pomona is one of three polytechnic
universities in the 22-campus
California State University system and among 12 such
institutions nationwide. Since its founding in 1938, Cal Poly
Pomona students participate in an integrative experiential learning
education that is inclusive, relevant, and values diverse
perspectives and experiences. With a variety of degree programs in
the arts, humanities, sciences, engineering, and professional
disciplines, the university is well known for its learn- by-doing
approach and
Teacher Scholar Model.
The university is noted for its scenic and historic 1,400-acre
campus, which was once the winter ranch of cereal magnate W.K.
Kellogg. We acknowledge that Cal Poly Pomona resides on the
territorial and homelands of the Tongva and Tataavium people who
are the traditional land caretakers of Tovaangar. The university's
nearly 30,000 students are taught and mentored by the campus's more
than 1,400 faculty as part of 54 baccalaureate and 29 master's
degree programs, 11 credential and certificate programs, and a
doctorate in educational leadership.
Highly regarded among its peer institutions, Cal Poly Pomona is No.
2 in the U.S. News and World Report rankings of top public regional
universities in the west and was named the No. 28 best value
college in the nation by Money Magazine. Cal Poly Pomona, a
Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native
American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution, stands as a national
leader in promoting
social mobility, and was
placed among the 25 top institutions in the country in awarding
bachelor's degrees to minoritized students by
Diverse Issues in
Higher Education. In 2022, the campus launched the
Black Thriving Initiative recognizing
that Cal Poly Pomona's future as a university is linked to the
success of its Black community. More information about our
Principles of Community can be found
here.
The Cal Poly Pomona campus is located less than 30 miles east of
downtown Los Angeles at the intersection of Los Angeles, Orange,
Riverside and San Bernardino counties. It is within an hour's drive
of beaches, mountains and deserts. For additional information about
the university, please visit
www.cpp.edu, and for more about faculty
life, please see
YourLife@CPP.
Student Population. Cal Poly Pomona is the number one polytechnic
university in the nation for student diversity and economic
mobility. Our caring and inclusive campus community is committed to
helping anyone who dreams of success achieve it. In Fall 2024, Cal
Poly Pomona served more than 25,000 students and close to 2,000
graduate students, mostly residents of California. Over half of Cal
Poly Pomona students are first-generation college students, 70%
receive financial aid, and 42% are low-income students. The
university enrolls 57% percent of historically underrepresented
students. Our diverse student body identifies as 54%
Hispanic/Latinx, 21% Asian, 13% White, 4% two or more races, 3%
unknown, 2% African American/Black, 2% International, less than 1%
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, and less than 1% Native
American. Forty-five percent of students enroll in our STEM majors
and our top five enrolled programs across the university include
mechanical engineering, computer science, civil engineering,
psychology, as well as finance, real estate, and law.
College of Science: The College's mission is to
educate, mentor, and inspire students through scientific inquiry
and hands-on learning. It offers 15 undergraduate degree programs
and six Master's degrees across seven academic departments that
include: Biological Sciences, Chemistry & Biochemistry,
Computer Science, Geological Sciences, Kinesiology & Health
Promotion, Mathematics & Statistics, and Physics &
Astronomy. Our Center for Excellence in Math and Science Teaching
(CEMaST) supports K-16 education locally and nationally to increase
STEM success and participation for all. The College of Science has
approximately 150 full-time faculty, 40 staff, and 4,400 active
majors. Our commitment to the teacher-scholar model results in our
college being the largest recipient of extramural grant funding on
campus. We encourage a broad range of applicants who are committed
to enhancing a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and
students dedicated to an inclusive campus environment.
Department of Computer Science: The Department of
Computer Science at Cal Poly Pomona has a strong ABET accredited
B.S. program, as well as a high-quality M.S. program, with 18
tenured/tenure-track faculty and 19 part-time lecturers. We embody
the principle of an engaged teacher-scholar model which emphasizes
the learning by doing philosophy. We are an inclusive group of
faculty from diverse backgrounds teaching a very diverse group of
students. Faculty members share a strong commitment to
collegiality, collaboration, dedicated teaching and innovative
scholarship, active participation in the shared governance of the
department, and robust intellectual engagement with each other and
the students. Our teaching and research are supported by several
computing laboratories, some dedicated to instruction, and others
focusing on research. Our lab spaces (with Linux and Windows
environments) provide open and inviting lab spaces for our
students, to interact with each other and feel part of a peer
learning community. More information about our department and
instructional programs is available at
https://www.cpp.edu/cs/.
Position description: The Department of Computer
Science at Cal Poly Pomona invites applications for one
tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor,
appointment effective Fall 2027. We have a strong commitment to
inclusive excellence and to educational experiences that leverage
the diverse perspectives and experiences needed to succeed and
thrive in a diverse society. Duties and responsibilities: actively
engage in the teaching, research and curricular development
activities of the department at both undergraduate and graduate
levels; actively engage in department/university services.
Minimum requirements include:
- Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related area from an
accredited university. (Degree must be conferred by the start date
of the position.)
Demonstrated potential to establish an active research program
with undergraduate and/or master's students.
Demonstrated potential for excellent teaching of a broad range
of undergraduate courses and graduate courses in Computer
Science.
Preferred/Desired Qualifications:
- Preference will be given to candidates in any of the areas of
AI, Generative AI, Physical AI, NLP, Machine and Deep Learning,
Computer Vision, applying AI to other CS subfields.
- Candidates in other major computer science areas will also be
considered and are thus highly encouraged to apply.
- University teaching experience, including teaching assistant
experience.
- Ability to develop/establish an active and sustainable research
program based on their specialties.
- Experience of conducting scholarly research activities with
undergraduate and/or graduate students.
Application Process: A completed application will
consist of:
- Cover letter in which you describe your interest in the
position, relevant experience, and how you meet the minimum and
preferred qualifications;
- Curriculum vitae;
- Teaching Philosophy statement (2-page max) that addresses Cal
Poly Pomona's commitment to excellence in education (see
above).
- Research Statement that includes proposed research plan and how
students will be involved (2-page max);
- List of undergraduate and graduate courses the candidate is
prepared to teach, courses the candidate can teach with additional
preparation, and courses the candidate would like to develop (see
CS Catalog).
- The names and contact information for at least three
individuals that can serve as references;
- Unofficial transcripts (undergraduate and graduate degrees,
official transcripts will be required of finalists).
Finalists for the position will be required
to:
- Provide official transcripts for highest degree before the
on-campus interview;
- Provide three letters of reference dated within the last two
years;
- Create presentations of scholarly work and a teaching
demonstration for faculty and students.
Consideration of completed applications will begin on
Oct.
11, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.
Applications accepted only via
PageUp-online application portal-for University hires.
Please direct inquiries to: Search Committee
Chair, Dr. Yu Sun, via email:
yusun@cpp.edu
Disclosures
Education Code 89521 Requirements:
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Pursuant
to Education Code 89521 applicants will be required to
disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision
or final judicial decision determining that they have committed
sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a
determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for
the position, and before an offer of employment is extended.
Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process
must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of
information by the applicant's current and/or former employers to
the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of
misconduct.
Background Check:
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be
satisfactorily completed. Offers of employment are conditional and
may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying
information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly
withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily
complete the background check may affect the continued employment
of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the
position.
Out of State Employment:
In accordance with the California State University (CSU)
Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose
business operations reside within the State of California and
prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU related work outside of
California. It is also expected that faculty establish an on-campus
presence to fulfill their responsibilities.
Mandated Reporter:
The person holding this position is considered a "mandated
reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting
Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in
CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
International Candidates:
On September 19, 2025, a $100,000 Fee for H-1B employment petitions
was established by the "Presidential Proclamation: Restriction on
Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers." Due to a pending lawsuit
and interim federal court decision, the Fee is currently
unenforceable and cannot be charged. As a result, for tenure-track
faculty positions, Cal Poly Pomona is currently able to consider
sponsoring applicants for H-1B employment. However, a future court
decision or governmental action could at any time change and
reverse the Fee's status. For that reason, whether Cal Poly Pomona
is able and willing to serve as a sponsor will depend on the actual
status of the Fee at the time an eligible candidate is selected. As
previously noted, Cal Poly Pomona will not sponsor applicants for
H-1B employment who are subject to the Fee. For faculty already in
the United States who hold a valid nonimmigrant visa (such as F-1,
J-1, or O-1), Cal Poly Pomona is able to consider filing a petition
to change their status to H-1B based on the current determination
that the fee does not apply. For questions, please contact the
Office of Faculty Affairs at avpfa@cpp.edu. We strongly recommend
that faculty review their individual circumstances carefully with
their personal immigration legal counsel.
Clery Act:
In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus
security legislation, including the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act,
California Education Code section 67380, and the Higher Education
Opportunity Act (HEOA), Cal Poly Pomona's Annual Security Report
and Annual Fire Safety Report are available for viewing at
Cal Poly
Pomona's Annual Security Report and
Cal Poly Pomona's Annual Fire Safety Report.
EEO Statement:
This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex,
color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law
and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly Pomona provides equal
opportunity in education and employment without unlawful
discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color,
ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity
means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the
resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a
university environment and in their communities. Cal Poly Pomona
complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of
the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities
Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California
Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art.
I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable
state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's
Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential
treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status,
and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all
university programs, policies, and practices.
Cal Poly Pomona is a diverse community of individuals who represent
many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering
an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment.
We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and
belonging to support educational excellence and student success.
Through academic programs, student organizations and activities,
faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage
meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher
education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and
empowering individuals to reach their full potential by
prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff
training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs.
At Cal Poly Pomona, excellence is built on talent, merit,
diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.
Reasonable Accommodation:
We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees
with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or
requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the
application or hiring process should contact the ADA Coordinator by
email at
ADACoordinator@cpp.edu. For
more information, go to
Employment Notices.
Other Notices:
For other important employment notices, we invite you to visit
Cal Poly Pomona's Employment Notices web page.
Advertised: July 06, 2026 (9:00 AM) Pacific Daylight
Time
Applications close: Open Until Filled
To apply, visit https://careers.pageuppeople.com/873/po/en-us/job/559402/computer-science-assistant-professor
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