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INTRODUCTION
The Department of Computer Science (CS) at Old Dominion University invites applicants for one annual 10-month Teaching Assistant Professor position, to begin July 25, 2027. The individual will teach a broad range of undergraduate courses, especially in the area of AI and related topics. In addition, the individual is expected to be proficient in teaching beginning programming courses in Java and Python to advanced courses typical of a CS undergraduate program, and have a typical faculty service load.
LOCATION: Norfolk, VA
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in Computer Science with the accompanying ability or experience to teach graduate courses in Computer Science.
- Ability to teach AI, Data Science, Cybersecurity and/or Web Applications.
- Experience in course development for in person instruction and synchronous and asynchronous distance learning environments.
- Experience teaching and managing large course sections and courses.
- Experience teaching and managing courses with formal laboratory components.
INTRODUCTION
The Department of Computer Science (CS) at Old Dominion University invites applicants for one annual 10-month Teaching Assistant Professor position, to begin July 25, 2027. The individual will teach a broad range of undergraduate courses, especially in the area of AI and related topics. In addition, the individual is expected to be proficient in teaching beginning programming courses in Java and Python to advanced courses typical of a CS undergraduate program, and have a typical faculty service load.
LOCATION: Norfolk, VA
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in Computer Science with the accompanying ability or experience to teach graduate courses in Computer Science.
- Ability to teach AI, Data Science, Cybersecurity and/or Web Applications.
- Experience in course development for in person instruction and synchronous and asynchronous distance learning environments.
- Experience teaching and managing large course sections and courses.
- Experience teaching and managing courses with formal laboratory components.
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Who's Hiring
- Cedarville University13
- Carnegie Mellon University13
- University of California Berkeley12
- State of Georgia11
- Kennesaw State University9
Top Industries Hiring
- Education89
- Healthcare & Medical Services7
- Science & Research2
- Banking & Financial Services2
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in director of science jobs.
- PhD in a life science, chemistry, or related field with significant industry or academic research experience
- Demonstrated leadership of multidisciplinary research teams across the full project lifecycle
- Experience translating early-stage discovery into IND-enabling or development-stage programs
- Proficiency with experimental design, data interpretation, and scientific publication or patent authorship
- Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as GLP, GMP, or FDA submission requirements
- Strong cross-functional collaboration with clinical, commercial, and regulatory affairs teams
Tips for Your Director of Science Job Search
Align your resume to pipeline stage
Director of science resumes that land interviews map achievements to program milestones, not just years of experience. Show where you advanced a compound, assay, or research program from one stage to the next and what your decisions drove.
Distinguish yourself from lab leadership
Many director of science candidates blur the line between managing scientists and setting scientific direction. Your resume and cover letter need to show you've owned the research agenda, not just supervised bench work or reviewed protocols others designed.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists director of science openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by therapeutic area or platform
Generic director of science applications get screened out fast. Search specifically by your domain, whether oncology, genomics, immunology, or medical devices, so your credentials map directly to what the hiring committee is evaluating.
Prepare a scientific narrative for interviews
Panels for director of science roles typically include a CSO, VP of R&D, or external scientific advisors. Prepare a 10-minute talk on a research program you led, covering the hypothesis, decisions made under uncertainty, and what you'd do differently.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate compensation
Before accepting a director of science offer, clarify reporting lines, budget authority, headcount, and whether the role has a path to VP or CSO. Scope mismatches are the most common reason directors leave within two years.
Director of Science Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most director of sciences?
Cedarville University, Carnegie Mellon University, and University of California Berkeley are hiring the most director of sciences right now, with openings concentrated in California, Virginia, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Activity tends to cluster around biotech hubs and large pharmaceutical R&D centers.
How many director of science jobs are remote?
About 38% of director of science openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most research environments. Roles focused on regulatory science, scientific communications, or research strategy are the most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements compared to lab-based positions.
How do you become a director of science?
Most directors of science start with a PhD in a relevant discipline, then spend several years as a staff or principal scientist building deep domain expertise. The transition requires demonstrating you can lead a research program independently, manage scientists, and influence cross-functional decisions. Taking ownership of an IND filing, platform buildout, or key publication as a senior individual contributor is often the clearest path to a first director role.
Can you get a director of science job without direct leadership experience?
Some organizations will hire a first-time director from a senior principal scientist role if the candidate has led a major program, mentored junior scientists, and contributed to strategic planning. Smaller biotechs and early-stage companies are more likely to make that bet than large pharma. Framing your contributions around scientific decisions and program outcomes, not just technical execution, is what moves a strong individual contributor into director consideration.
What does the director of science interview process look like?
Most director of science processes begin with a recruiter screen followed by a conversation with the hiring manager, typically a VP of R&D or CSO. Candidates are then invited to present a seminar on a research program they have led. Final rounds include panel interviews with cross-functional partners in clinical, regulatory, and commercial functions, and sometimes an external scientific advisory board member. The whole process commonly takes six to ten weeks.
Where can I find and apply to director of science jobs?
You can find and apply to director of science jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing from the page.
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