Computer Scientist Jobs in Iowa
Computer Scientist jobs in Iowa are available now at employers like State of Iowa, ValueBase Consulting, and Wartburg College and other employers across Des Moines, Ames, and Waverly and other Iowa metros, from entry level to senior. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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INTRODUCTION
Wartburg College is dedicated to challenging and nurturing students for lives of leadership and service as a spirited expression of their faith and learning. Founded in 1852, Wartburg College is a selective liberal arts college internationally recognized for its community engagement and academic excellence. As indicated in the vision statement, “Wartburg College is called to be the leading institution in education of the whole person. Together, we create an inclusive community combining diverse curricular and co-curricular experiences to prepare students to be resilient leaders of positive change through service in a complex world.” Located in northeast Iowa, Waverly is an extraordinary "gigabit" community of more than 10,000 residents in the Cedar Valley metro near Waterloo and Cedar Falls, with an abundance of cultural, musical, and recreational opportunities. Major Midwest metropolitan areas within driving distance include Des Moines, Iowa (2.5 hours); Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minn. (3 hours); Madison, Wis. (3.5 hours); Rochester, Minn. (2 hours); Chicago (5 hours); and Omaha, Neb. (4 hours).
DATE ANNOUNCED: 2025
DEPARTMENT: Mathematics, Computer Science and Physics Department
POSITION: Assistant Professor of Computer Science
STARTING DATE: Fall 2026
DEADLINE: Screening of applicants begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.
Responsibilities:
- Teach seven undergraduate courses (usually three in Fall Term, three in Winter Term, and one in May Term)
- Advise departmental majors
- Consult with students and faculty in areas of expertise
- Teach in the general education program
- Perform scholarship and service appropriate to a college with a liberal arts emphasis
QUALIFICATIONS
M.S. in Computer Science; qualifications and interest in teaching a variety of introductory and intermediate classes in Computer Science; successful teaching experience and evidence of potential for teaching excellence; interest in interdisciplinary approaches to learning and general education; willingness to support the mission of the college.
CONTRACT: Nine-month contract; tenure track
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Please upload the following by selecting the "Apply for this Position" below:
- Curriculum vita
- A letter of application describing your teaching, scholarship and service experience/interests and how these will support the mission of Wartburg College
- Unofficial graduate transcripts
- Contact information for three references
WARTBURG COLLEGE is a selective liberal arts college of the ELCA, nationally recognized for community engagement.
INTRODUCTION
Wartburg College is dedicated to challenging and nurturing students for lives of leadership and service as a spirited expression of their faith and learning. Founded in 1852, Wartburg College is a selective liberal arts college internationally recognized for its community engagement and academic excellence. As indicated in the vision statement, “Wartburg College is called to be the leading institution in education of the whole person. Together, we create an inclusive community combining diverse curricular and co-curricular experiences to prepare students to be resilient leaders of positive change through service in a complex world.” Located in northeast Iowa, Waverly is an extraordinary "gigabit" community of more than 10,000 residents in the Cedar Valley metro near Waterloo and Cedar Falls, with an abundance of cultural, musical, and recreational opportunities. Major Midwest metropolitan areas within driving distance include Des Moines, Iowa (2.5 hours); Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minn. (3 hours); Madison, Wis. (3.5 hours); Rochester, Minn. (2 hours); Chicago (5 hours); and Omaha, Neb. (4 hours).
DATE ANNOUNCED: 2025
DEPARTMENT: Mathematics, Computer Science and Physics Department
POSITION: Assistant Professor of Computer Science
STARTING DATE: Fall 2026
DEADLINE: Screening of applicants begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.
Responsibilities:
- Teach seven undergraduate courses (usually three in Fall Term, three in Winter Term, and one in May Term)
- Advise departmental majors
- Consult with students and faculty in areas of expertise
- Teach in the general education program
- Perform scholarship and service appropriate to a college with a liberal arts emphasis
QUALIFICATIONS
M.S. in Computer Science; qualifications and interest in teaching a variety of introductory and intermediate classes in Computer Science; successful teaching experience and evidence of potential for teaching excellence; interest in interdisciplinary approaches to learning and general education; willingness to support the mission of the college.
CONTRACT: Nine-month contract; tenure track
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Please upload the following by selecting the "Apply for this Position" below:
- Curriculum vita
- A letter of application describing your teaching, scholarship and service experience/interests and how these will support the mission of Wartburg College
- Unofficial graduate transcripts
- Contact information for three references
WARTBURG COLLEGE is a selective liberal arts college of the ELCA, nationally recognized for community engagement.
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Computer Scientist Job Market in Iowa
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Who's Hiring
- State of Iowa2
- ValueBase Consulting2V
- Wartburg College1
- Vermeer Corporation1
Top Industries Hiring
- Government & Public Sector2
- Education1
What Iowa Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in computer scientist jobs across Iowa.
- Advanced degree in computer science, mathematics, or a related field
- Strong command of algorithms, data structures, and computational theory
- Programming proficiency in Python, C++, or Java for research and system implementation
- Experience designing and evaluating machine learning or AI models at scale
- Publication record or demonstrated original research contributions in a relevant area
- Familiarity with high-performance computing environments and parallel processing frameworks
Computer Scientist Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions
How many computer scientist jobs are there in Iowa?
There are 7+ computer scientist openings in Iowa on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Des Moines, Ames, and Waverly. New positions post regularly as employers across Iowa hire.
Which Iowa cities have the most computer scientist jobs?
Des Moines, Ames, and Waverly have the most computer scientist openings in Iowa right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire computer scientists in Iowa?
Iowa computer scientist roles are posted by State of Iowa, ValueBase Consulting, and Wartburg College and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote computer scientist jobs in Iowa?
Yes. About 67% of computer scientist openings tied to Iowa are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Iowa metros.
How do I apply for computer scientist jobs in Iowa?
You can apply to computer scientist jobs in Iowa directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Iowa location, then apply to each one that fits.
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