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California State University, Bakersfield

Job No. 548521 Assistant/Associate Professor of CEECS

Position Number: 6441049
Location: Bakersfield, CA
Position Type: Science - Computer Science

Position: Assistant or Associate Professor of Computer Engineering or Computer Science

Type: Tenure-Track Academic Year: 2025-2026 Available: Spring 2026

Location: Department of Computer & Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (CEECS)

College of Natural Sciences, Mathematics, and Engineering (NSME)

California State University, Bakersfield

9001 Stockdale Highway,

Bakersfield, CA 93311-1022

Contact: Maria Chavez, Administrative Support Coordinator

Phone: (661) 654-3450

Email: ceecs_position@csub.edu

Deadline: Full consideration will be given to complete applications submitted by August 18, 2025. Applications submitted after the deadline may be reviewed at the discretion of the committee until the position is filled.

University Background: CSU Bakersfield, founded in 1970, is a regional, comprehensive university serving the southern San Joaquin Valley of California. CSU Bakersfield's service area covers nearly 25,000 square miles and is home to a socially and ethnically diverse population. CSU Bakersfield is the only four-year degree granting institution within a 100-mile radius. Due to this, CSU Bakersfield has a vital role in educational obtainment, economic development, and quality of life within the region.

The accolades recently received by CSU Bakersfield include: #16 in Top Public Universities in the West (U.S. News and World Report, 2025), #10 in Best Public Colleges and #5 in Best Colleges in the West (Money, 2024), #14 in Best Bang for the Buck for Western Colleges (Washington Monthly, 2024), #9 in Economic Mobility Index (Third Way, 2024), #4 in California Mobility Index (College Future Foundation, 2024), and #10 in Social Mobility Index (CollegeNET, 2024).

CSU Bakersfield serves 8,100 undergraduate students and 1,300 graduate, credential, and post-baccalaureate students. 69.8% of CSU Bakersfield's students are Hispanic/Latinx, 12.5% are Caucasian, 7% are Asian, 4.3% are African-American, 2.2% are multiracial, 0.3% are American Indian/Alaskan Native, and 0.1% are Hawaiian/Pacific Islander. CSUB is a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI).

Commitment to Diversity: The Department of CEECS within the College of NSME at CSU Bakersfield is committed to academic and inclusive excellence and diversity within the faculty, staff, and student body.

College Information: The College of Natural Sciences, Mathematics, and Engineering (NSME) currently houses seven departments. With millions of dollars in federal grants and scholarships, state-of-the-art facilities, outstanding faculty, and brand-new degree programs, NSME truly is on the cutting edge of science and technology education to empower the Kern County economy. Visit https://www.csub.edu/nsme for additional information.

Department Information: The Department of Computer and Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (CEE/CS) is a student-centered department that prides itself on its strong undergraduate research programs, hands-on learning, and commitment to student success. CEE/CS offers three Bachelors of Science degrees: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, and Electrical Engineering. The department currently has over 600 undergraduate students and enrollments are increasing in all three programs.

The Computer Engineering (B.S.) program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org/, under the General Criteria and the Program Criteria for Electrical, Computer, Communications, Telecommunication(s) and Similarly Named Engineering Programs.

The Electrical Engineering (B.S.) program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org/, under the General Criteria and the Program Criteria for Electrical, Computer, Communications, Telecommunication(s) and Similarly Named Engineering Programs.

Position Description: Applications are invited for a tenure-track position in Computer Science or Computer Engineering at the Assistant or Associate professor level, beginning January 2026.

Minimum Qualifications:

Demonstrated commitment to teaching undergraduates from diverse socioeconomic, cultural, and academic backgrounds, including first-generation and non-traditional students.
The Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or in a closely related engineering discipline. ABD candidates will be considered. However, completion of the doctoral degree prior to the position start date is required.
Evidence of scholarly activity relevant to the candidate's career stage in a research area that is both relevant and impactful.
Ability to teach courses and laboratory sessions while engaging with students and accommodating diverse academic backgrounds.
Familiarity with teaching courses in computer engineering, computer science or related disciplines.

Rank and Salary:

Assistant or Associate Professor with salary based on experience and qualifications. Anticipated annual salary range is $88,000 - $110,000. Research startup funds and release time for establishing a research program are generally available during the early years of the appointment.

Application: The application must include the following:

In application materials, please include a statement about fostering an inclusive classroom.
A cover letter of interest (2 pages maximum)
A teaching statement (2 pages maximum)
A research agenda (2 pages maximum)
Curriculum vitae
A list of at least three references with relevant contact information. Finalists are required to provide three letters of recommendation, and these references may be contacted as a part of a reference check.

Please apply online at the CSUB Careers site (https://careers.csub.edu/en-us/listing/).

Personally identifiable information (PII), such as birth dates, social security numbers, foreign tax identification numbers, national identifiers, etc., should be redacted from the application materials before emailing them.

Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to teach computer science and electrical/computer engineering courses, a full list of the courses are available at:

Duties also include research, mentoring undergraduate and graduate research students, advising students, and participating in appropriate levels of service to the department, college, university, and the profession. Additionally, instructors in the CEECS dept. must provide course documentation and assessment to satisfy ABET requirements.

Probationary Period: Per 13.6 of the Unit 3 CBA, when calculating the probationary period, a year of service commences with the first Fall term of appointment.

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: Per CSU-wide policy, all faculty who will begin initial employment (or return from a 12-month break in service) on or after January 1, 2022 are required to perform their work from within the State of California. Faculty assignments include in-person duties that must be performed in-person at the assigned location.

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.

Clery Act: CSUB's annual crime report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus, in certain off-campus centers, such as our Antelope Valley Satellite Campus and on property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from CSUB. The report also includes policies concerning security on campus, such as alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, reporting crimes, sexual assault, and other subjects. Additionally, a daily log of offenses is maintained and can be reviewed at the front desk of the Department of Public Safety. You can obtain a copy of the annual report by contacting the Department of Public Safety/University Police at (661) 654-2111 or by logging on to their website at: https://www.csub.edu/compliance/Clery.

EEO Statement: All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, CSUB 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.

CSUB 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

CSUB 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 CSUB, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.