Assistant Professor, Software Engineering at Bowling Green State University, OH

About the Department

Information about Program and College
The Department of Computer Science is located within the College of Arts and Sciences. The vision for our College, aligned with the university’s strategic plan, is to ensure that our students graduate career-ready to meet the world’s challenges, and that our faculty research and creative activity contribute to the public good. We achieve this through robust collaboration across departmental boundaries, with particular attention given to increasing experiential learning for our undergraduate and graduate students and connecting our scholarly and creative work to the needs of our region. We are especially interested in recruiting candidates who can contribute excellence in teaching, scholarly/creative work, and/or service toward achieving excellence throughout the university and to the greater community. The College is committed to faculty success, providing resources and support within the Dean’s Office and through collaboration with Arts and Sciences departments and schools, leadership teams in other colleges, and university-serving partners such as the Center for Faculty Excellence. Through these connections, we have developed a comprehensive, cohort-based mentorship program to support the professional growth and advancement of faculty across all disciplines and ranks. We value and practice shared governance and are committed to maintaining a vibrant and supportive working environment.

The Department currently has 15 full-time faculty members with national and/or international reputations, about 330 undergraduate majors, and 90 graduate students. Undergraduate students pursue baccalaureate degrees in computer science and software engineering, and graduate students pursue an M.S. in Computer Science or in Data Science, as well as a Ph.D. in Data Science. The B.S. in Computer Science is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET. The B.S. in Software Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET. The Department will also be offering an interdisciplinary undergraduate degree, a B.S. in Artificial Intelligence + X (pending the Ohio Department of Higher Education’s approval) and an online M.S. in Software Engineering. 

For more information about the department, please visit https://www.bgsu.edu/arts-and-sciences/computerscience.html 

As a Public University for the Public Good, Bowling Green State University is a comprehensive, high research university located in northwestern Ohio committed to driving economic and cultural vitality in the region and beyond. Through innovative teaching, research and creative activities, BGSU fosters a collaborative and inclusive learning community where inspired ideas, knowledge and achievements support the region, state and nation. More than 760 talented and passionate faculty members teach across more than 200 undergraduate majors and programs, 17 doctoral programs, and 57 master’s programs. A focus on promoting research, scholarship, and creative activities has resulted in a significant increase in extramural funding over the past several years.

Guided by Forward, BGSU’s strategic plan, the University is focused on redefining student success. For the fifth year in a row, The Wall Street Journal ranks BGSU as the No. 1 public university in the Midwest that students would choose again. BGSU also holds the Wall Street Journal distinction of being the No. 1 public university in Ohio for the student experience.

Position Duties

Teaching Effectiveness Expectations 
- Teach a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses, including but not limited to programming, data structures, algorithms, application development, and software engineering.
- Utilize inclusive pedagogies and course design to effectively promote student learning.
- Engage in curriculum development and innovation to maintain the quality and relevance of the department's course offerings.
- Advise undergraduate and graduate students on academic and career paths.

Scholarship Expectations 
- Develop and sustain a strong research agenda that results in peer-reviewed journal articles and conference publications.
- Actively seek and obtain external funding to support and maintain a productive research program.
- Maintain currency in the discipline through continuous professional development.

Service Expectations 
- Provide service at multiple levels, including the department, college, and university.
- Contribute to the academic community and relevant professional organizations through various service activities.
- Participate in student recruitment, retention, and other initiatives that support the mission of the institution.

Minimum Qualifications

- Ph.D. or equivalent in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related discipline (e.g., computer engineering, computer information systems). ABDs will be considered if the requirements for the degree will be completed by August 2026.
- Experience in communicating technical and theoretical concepts, such as, teaching experience at the college level as a course instructor, teaching assistant, guest lecturer, or practicum instructor
- Active research record in software engineering, as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications, technical reports, or scientific presentations at conferences or workshops

Preferred Qualifications
- Teaching experience at the college level (course instructor, teaching assistant, guest lecturer, teaching practicum) in the area of software engineering, such as Application Development, DevOps, Software Analysis and Design, Software Quality Assurance, Agile Project Management
- Experience with research grant proposals (e.g., assisting with proposal development, submitting proposals to external funding agencies)
- Institutional, professional, or community-level service experience

Other Qualifications

Application Materials Required
- Cover letter clearly indicating that the application is for a tenure-track, Assistant Professor position in the area of software engineering. Applications that do not include this information will be considered incomplete.
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of teaching philosophy centered on student success
- Statement of research interests outlining overall research agenda and a strategy for obtaining external funding to support research
- Names and contact information of three professional references

Unofficial transcripts of highest degree earned and three letters of recommendation are required for candidates invited for in-person interviews.

The finalist will be required to submit official transcripts.

BGSU policy requires the finalist to authorize and pass a background check prior to receiving an offer of employment.

Application Deadline
Deadline to apply is Monday, November 10, 2025.

Salary & Benefits
Competitive and commensurate with candidate’s experience and credentials. Full benefits package available.

Further Information
For questions about the search, please contact Dr. Michael Decker ([email protected]), Search Committee Chair.