Tenure-Track Position in Computing Science – Department of Mathematics and Computing Science

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Tenure-Track Position in Computing Science – Department of Mathematics and Computing Science

Date Posted: September 9, 2025
Posting Deadline: Posted until filled
Department: Mathematics and Computing Science
Type of Employment: Permanent, Full-Time
Group Affiliation: SMUFU, Rank of Assistant Professor

The Department of Mathematics and Computing Science at Saint Mary’s University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, invites applications for a tenure-track position in Computing Science at the rank of Assistant Professor with a preferred start date of July 1, 2026. At Saint Mary’s University, you will be surrounded by a talented, collegial, and dedicated team of professionals committed to accessibility, diversity, and the provision of a positive and supportive learning environment. We recognize the importance of each individual’s contribution and growth to the University’s success.

The Department of Mathematics and Computing Science hosts 16 research and teaching faculty (8 in Computing Science), a full-time technician, as well as professors emeriti, part-time faculty, adjunct professors, and postdoctoral fellows. The department offers Majors and Honours undergraduate programs in Computing Science, and in Computing Science and Business Administration, which are accredited by the Computer Science Accreditation Council of the Canadian Information Processing Society (CIPS). Undergraduate students are actively involved in faculty research. Graduate students are enrolled in the M.Sc. or Ph.D. Applied Science programs or in the M.Sc. program in Computing and Data Analytics.

Job Information and Responsibilities

As an Assistant Professor, the successful applicant will:

• Create excellent and inclusive student learning experiences through development and delivery of computing science undergraduate courses.
• Develop and maintain an innovative, externally-funded research program in their field, with student involvement at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Contribute to the service activities, with willingness to help support the Department, the Faculty of Science, the University, and their research community.

Experience and Education Requirements

To be the successful applicant you will have:

• A demonstrated track record and commitment to excellence in university teaching.
• PhD in Computing Science (or a closely related field). Although applicants with expertise in any area of Computing Science are welcome, preference will be given to those with expertise in generative AI, software engineering, data science, cloud computing, and cybersecurity. Post-graduate experience at an academic or government institution, or in industry, is an asset.
• A strong record of innovative, peer-reviewed research, and a well-developed plan to establish an independent, externally funded research program.

Application Details

Send complete applications by email to:
Computing Science Selection Committee
Department of Mathematics and Computing Science
Saint Mary’s University
Halifax, Nova Scotia B3H 3C3
Email: [email protected]

Applicants should provide a single pdf file containing:

1. Cover letter (which must include a clear statement of status as a Canadian citizen or permanent resident)
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Teaching dossier, which must include: statement on teaching philosophy, listing of courses taught to date, evidence of teaching effectiveness, details on experiences training highly qualified personnel (HQP), and approach to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility (EDIA) in teaching environments.
4. Concise research proposal (5 pages max. for proposal + 2 pages for references, including a section on HQP training and EDIA considerations).
5. Names and contact information for three individuals able to act as academic referees
6. Optional: Candidates may also include a statement detailing career interruptions or other special
circumstances relevant to their application (maximum two pages).

The Selection Committee will begin considering applications after January 9th, 2026. Applications are accepted until the position is filled. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted by the Selection Committee. No telephone calls please.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

At Saint Mary’s University, equity and diversity are integral to excellence and enrich our community. As an institution committed to fostering an environment of inclusion and respect, we welcome applications from women, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientation or gender identity and others who might contribute to the growth and enrichment of our community. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected].

About Saint Mary’s University

Saint Mary’s University is one of Canada’s top primary undergraduate universities—known for its international collaborations, leadership in entrepreneurship, and research that benefits local and global communities. Our programs in Arts, Science, Graduate Studies, and the Sobey School of Business are among Canada’s best and feature professors who are committed to the success of their students. Saint Mary’s provides our 7,000 students with a place that fosters equal possibility, excellent research opportunities, and distinguished graduate and professional programs combined with a caring, vibrant community. Nestled in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, on Canada’s East Coast, Saint Mary’s University is marked by iconic buildings, green spaces, and fresh ocean air. The Saint Mary’s University community is committed to a prosperous future for the world—a world without limits.

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