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This full-time faculty position is on-campus and in-person. The Department of Computer Science at Texas Christian University (TCU) invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions beginning in Fall 2027. As TCU advances toward Carnegie R1 status, we seek colleagues who will strengthen the department's research profile while contributing to our tradition of excellence in teaching and student mentorship.
Successful candidates will demonstrate strong potential to establish an impactful, externally funded research program and a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring students at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Applicants from all areas of computer science are encouraged to apply. Areas of particular interest include Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Privacy, Quantum and Advanced Computing, and Cyber-Physical and Autonomous Systems. We especially welcome candidates whose research addresses significant scientific, technological, or societal challenges and creates opportunities for interdisciplinary and externally funded research.
Applications received by November 13, 2026, will receive full consideration. Review of applications will begin immediately thereafter and continue until the positions are filled.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field by August 1, 2027.
- Strong potential for impactful research and scholarly contributions.
- Demonstrated potential to develop and sustain an externally funded research program.
- Commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring students at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
- Interest in contributing to the continued growth of the department and its graduate programs.
Preferred:
- Research expertise in an area that complements or expands the department's existing strengths.
- Experience with proposal development or evidence of success in securing external research funding.
- Potential to develop a nationally recognized research program.
- Interest in interdisciplinary and collaborative research.
DEPARTMENT DETAILS
The Department of Computer Science offers a collaborative and collegial environment, a highly motivated student body, and strong support for both teaching and research. The department is experiencing significant growth in faculty, research, and graduate education, with 9 tenure-track/tenured faculty members and more than 200 undergraduate majors. Our Ph.D. program in Computer Science welcomed its inaugural cohort of nine fully funded doctoral students in Fall 2026, creating new opportunities for graduate education, research, and doctoral student mentorship.
Faculty conduct research across a broad range of areas, including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data science, software engineering, computer systems, and emerging computing technologies. Faculty benefit from competitive startup packages, research computing infrastructure, and strong institutional support for pursuing external funding and interdisciplinary research.
The department offers substantial opportunities for collaboration across TCU and with external partners. TCU’s location in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex provides access to a vibrant technology ecosystem and opportunities for industry partnerships, internships, sponsored projects, and applied research collaborations. We seek colleagues who are excited to contribute to a growing and ambitious department through impactful research, excellent teaching, student mentorship, and collaborative engagement.
SCHOOL/COLLEGE DESCRIPTION
The Louise Dilworth Davis College of Science & Engineering encompasses 9 departments (Biology, Chemistry & Biochemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, Environmental and Geological Sciences, Mathematics, Nutritional Sciences, Physics & Astronomy, and Psychology) as well as the Ranch Management Program, which offers both an undergraduate degree and a one-year certificate program. Davis College is also home to the Pre-Health Professions Institute, the Karyn Purvis Institute for Child Development, the Institute of Behavioral Research, the Institute for Environmental Studies, Monnig Meteorite Gallery, and the Institute for Ranch Management. Davis College is the second largest at TCU in terms of both undergraduate enrollment and number of majors. It contains a disproportionate percentage of high-achieving students, as evidenced by the fact that almost one-half of the students in the Honors College have majors in The Louise Dilworth Davis College of Science & Engineering. Research opportunities abound for undergraduates, with 46 percent of majors engaging in a substantive experience during which they work one-on-one with their faculty mentor. Davis College also has five doctoral programs and 16 master’s programs, as well as two graduate certificate programs. Davis College faculty are true teacher-scholars, for whom instruction and research are viewed as complementary activities.
UNIVERSITY & FORT WORTH DESCRIPTION
About TCU
Founded in 1873, Texas Christian University is a world-class, private, Carnegie-classified national research university located in Fort Worth, Texas. Inspired by its mission and core values of integrity, engagement, community, and excellence, TCU consistently ranks among the top universities and colleges in the United States.
TCU’s campus — regularly ranked among the nation’s most beautiful — spans 302 acres in a primarily residential area just minutes from downtown.
The university comprises nine schools and colleges offering 117 areas of undergraduate study, 62 master’s level programs, and 37 areas of doctoral study. TCU is a leader across several disciplines, including health care, business, energy, and the arts. Total enrollment stands at 12,980, including 11,152 undergraduates and 1,828 graduate students. Students are supported by over 2,200 faculty and staff, including more than 700 full-time faculty members.
About Fort Worth
Fort Worth blends the approachable charm of a smaller city with the amenities, cultural energy, and distinctive personality of a major metro. As the nation’s 11th-largest city, with a rapidly growing population of more than 1 million, Fort Worth and TCU share a relationship that spans more than a century — one that continues to deepen as many Horned Frogs choose to stay after graduation, drawn by the region’s thriving job market. Part of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area — the nation’s fourth-largest and a top tourism destination — Fort Worth earned recognition from U.S. News & World Report in 2025 as the No. 4 best big city to live in the United States.
Fort Worth offers an impressive array of cultural, educational, and entertainment opportunities, anchored by three world-class art museums — the Kimbell Art Museum, the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, and the Amon Carter Museum of American Art. The Bass Performance Hall stands as one of the premier performance venues in the country. Throughout the year, residents and visitors alike enjoy concerts, film festivals, and other cultural events at Sundance Square, Dickies Arena, Panther Island, and Near Southside venues.
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS & APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Interested candidates should submit the following:
-
Cover letter
-
Curriculum vitae
-
Research statement
-
Teaching statement
-
Contact information for three references (letters will be requested for finalists)
In your materials, please address how your research, teaching, and service will contribute to TCU's strategic goal of achieving Carnegie R1 classification. Highlight how your work will:
- Advance impactful scholarship
- Secure external funding
- Foster interdisciplinary collaboration
EMPLOYMENT VALUES STATEMENT
Texas Christian University values Integrity, Engagement, Community, and Excellence in the workplace. TCU treats applicants and employees with fairness and respect. TCU hires and promotes individuals based on their qualifications and their commitment to making a positive impact on our student-centered community. TCU is an equal opportunity employer and follows all applicable employment laws. TCU fairly considers all qualified individuals, ensuring we are a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and harassment.
TCU ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT & FIRE SAFETY REPORT NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY
Texas Christian University is committed to assisting all members of the campus community in providing for their own safety and security. TCU’s Annual Security Report and Fire Safety Report is published in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy & Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and the Higher Education Opportunity Act. This report includes statistics for the previous three calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus, in certain off-campus buildings owned or controlled by the University, and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. The statements of policy contained within this report address institutional policies, procedures, and programs concerning campus security, alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, emergency notifications and timely warning of crimes, sexual and interpersonal violence, and personal safety at TCU. Additionally, this report outlines fire safety systems, policies and procedures for on-campus housing facilities, as well as residence hall fire statistics.
The Annual Security Report and Fire Safety Report can be found on the TCU Police Department website at https://police.tcu.edu/annual-security-report, or a paper copy of the report may be obtained by contacting the TCU Police Department at 817-257-7930, or via email at police@tcu.edu.
INTRODUCTION
This full-time faculty position is on-campus and in-person. The Department of Computer Science at Texas Christian University (TCU) invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions beginning in Fall 2027. As TCU advances toward Carnegie R1 status, we seek colleagues who will strengthen the department's research profile while contributing to our tradition of excellence in teaching and student mentorship.
Successful candidates will demonstrate strong potential to establish an impactful, externally funded research program and a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring students at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Applicants from all areas of computer science are encouraged to apply. Areas of particular interest include Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Privacy, Quantum and Advanced Computing, and Cyber-Physical and Autonomous Systems. We especially welcome candidates whose research addresses significant scientific, technological, or societal challenges and creates opportunities for interdisciplinary and externally funded research.
Applications received by November 13, 2026, will receive full consideration. Review of applications will begin immediately thereafter and continue until the positions are filled.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field by August 1, 2027.
- Strong potential for impactful research and scholarly contributions.
- Demonstrated potential to develop and sustain an externally funded research program.
- Commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring students at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
- Interest in contributing to the continued growth of the department and its graduate programs.
Preferred:
- Research expertise in an area that complements or expands the department's existing strengths.
- Experience with proposal development or evidence of success in securing external research funding.
- Potential to develop a nationally recognized research program.
- Interest in interdisciplinary and collaborative research.
DEPARTMENT DETAILS
The Department of Computer Science offers a collaborative and collegial environment, a highly motivated student body, and strong support for both teaching and research. The department is experiencing significant growth in faculty, research, and graduate education, with 9 tenure-track/tenured faculty members and more than 200 undergraduate majors. Our Ph.D. program in Computer Science welcomed its inaugural cohort of nine fully funded doctoral students in Fall 2026, creating new opportunities for graduate education, research, and doctoral student mentorship.
Faculty conduct research across a broad range of areas, including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data science, software engineering, computer systems, and emerging computing technologies. Faculty benefit from competitive startup packages, research computing infrastructure, and strong institutional support for pursuing external funding and interdisciplinary research.
The department offers substantial opportunities for collaboration across TCU and with external partners. TCU’s location in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex provides access to a vibrant technology ecosystem and opportunities for industry partnerships, internships, sponsored projects, and applied research collaborations. We seek colleagues who are excited to contribute to a growing and ambitious department through impactful research, excellent teaching, student mentorship, and collaborative engagement.
SCHOOL/COLLEGE DESCRIPTION
The Louise Dilworth Davis College of Science & Engineering encompasses 9 departments (Biology, Chemistry & Biochemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, Environmental and Geological Sciences, Mathematics, Nutritional Sciences, Physics & Astronomy, and Psychology) as well as the Ranch Management Program, which offers both an undergraduate degree and a one-year certificate program. Davis College is also home to the Pre-Health Professions Institute, the Karyn Purvis Institute for Child Development, the Institute of Behavioral Research, the Institute for Environmental Studies, Monnig Meteorite Gallery, and the Institute for Ranch Management. Davis College is the second largest at TCU in terms of both undergraduate enrollment and number of majors. It contains a disproportionate percentage of high-achieving students, as evidenced by the fact that almost one-half of the students in the Honors College have majors in The Louise Dilworth Davis College of Science & Engineering. Research opportunities abound for undergraduates, with 46 percent of majors engaging in a substantive experience during which they work one-on-one with their faculty mentor. Davis College also has five doctoral programs and 16 master’s programs, as well as two graduate certificate programs. Davis College faculty are true teacher-scholars, for whom instruction and research are viewed as complementary activities.
UNIVERSITY & FORT WORTH DESCRIPTION
About TCU
Founded in 1873, Texas Christian University is a world-class, private, Carnegie-classified national research university located in Fort Worth, Texas. Inspired by its mission and core values of integrity, engagement, community, and excellence, TCU consistently ranks among the top universities and colleges in the United States.
TCU’s campus — regularly ranked among the nation’s most beautiful — spans 302 acres in a primarily residential area just minutes from downtown.
The university comprises nine schools and colleges offering 117 areas of undergraduate study, 62 master’s level programs, and 37 areas of doctoral study. TCU is a leader across several disciplines, including health care, business, energy, and the arts. Total enrollment stands at 12,980, including 11,152 undergraduates and 1,828 graduate students. Students are supported by over 2,200 faculty and staff, including more than 700 full-time faculty members.
About Fort Worth
Fort Worth blends the approachable charm of a smaller city with the amenities, cultural energy, and distinctive personality of a major metro. As the nation’s 11th-largest city, with a rapidly growing population of more than 1 million, Fort Worth and TCU share a relationship that spans more than a century — one that continues to deepen as many Horned Frogs choose to stay after graduation, drawn by the region’s thriving job market. Part of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area — the nation’s fourth-largest and a top tourism destination — Fort Worth earned recognition from U.S. News & World Report in 2025 as the No. 4 best big city to live in the United States.
Fort Worth offers an impressive array of cultural, educational, and entertainment opportunities, anchored by three world-class art museums — the Kimbell Art Museum, the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, and the Amon Carter Museum of American Art. The Bass Performance Hall stands as one of the premier performance venues in the country. Throughout the year, residents and visitors alike enjoy concerts, film festivals, and other cultural events at Sundance Square, Dickies Arena, Panther Island, and Near Southside venues.
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS & APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Interested candidates should submit the following:
-
Cover letter
-
Curriculum vitae
-
Research statement
-
Teaching statement
-
Contact information for three references (letters will be requested for finalists)
In your materials, please address how your research, teaching, and service will contribute to TCU's strategic goal of achieving Carnegie R1 classification. Highlight how your work will:
- Advance impactful scholarship
- Secure external funding
- Foster interdisciplinary collaboration
EMPLOYMENT VALUES STATEMENT
Texas Christian University values Integrity, Engagement, Community, and Excellence in the workplace. TCU treats applicants and employees with fairness and respect. TCU hires and promotes individuals based on their qualifications and their commitment to making a positive impact on our student-centered community. TCU is an equal opportunity employer and follows all applicable employment laws. TCU fairly considers all qualified individuals, ensuring we are a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and harassment.
TCU ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT & FIRE SAFETY REPORT NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY
Texas Christian University is committed to assisting all members of the campus community in providing for their own safety and security. TCU’s Annual Security Report and Fire Safety Report is published in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy & Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and the Higher Education Opportunity Act. This report includes statistics for the previous three calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus, in certain off-campus buildings owned or controlled by the University, and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. The statements of policy contained within this report address institutional policies, procedures, and programs concerning campus security, alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, emergency notifications and timely warning of crimes, sexual and interpersonal violence, and personal safety at TCU. Additionally, this report outlines fire safety systems, policies and procedures for on-campus housing facilities, as well as residence hall fire statistics.
The Annual Security Report and Fire Safety Report can be found on the TCU Police Department website at https://police.tcu.edu/annual-security-report, or a paper copy of the report may be obtained by contacting the TCU Police Department at 817-257-7930, or via email at police@tcu.edu.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Computer Science
Apply before your OPT start date
Most CS hiring cycles take eight to twelve weeks from application to offer. Start applying three to four months before your OPT begins so your authorization is active when you're ready to start work.
Emphasize your STEM OPT runway in outreach
Hiring managers often assume OPT students have only 12 months. Clearly communicate in cover letters and recruiter emails that CS graduates qualify for a 24-month STEM extension, giving employers three full years.
Prioritize roles with degree-specific job descriptions
USCIS requires your job duties to relate directly to your CS degree. Roles explicitly requiring a computer science or engineering background are easier to authorize and less likely to trigger compliance issues later.
Understand the 90-day unemployment rule
OPT allows a maximum of 90 days of unemployment, cumulative across the full 12-month period. During a CS job search, track your gap days carefully and keep documentation showing active application activity.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for sponsoring employers
Not every company that posts a CS role will sponsor work authorization. Migrate Mate's job board filters for employers actively open to OPT students, saving you hours of researching sponsorship policies manually.
Computer Science OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do computer science jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes. Computer science is a STEM-designated field under the DHS STEM list, which means graduates with a CS degree working in a directly related role can apply for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Combined with the initial 12-month OPT period, you get up to three years of work authorization. Your employer must be E-Verify enrolled and sign a formal training plan.
What types of computer science roles are most OPT-friendly?
Software engineering, data science, machine learning, backend development, and cloud infrastructure roles are consistently the most OPT-friendly because they require a CS-specific degree by nature. These job descriptions naturally satisfy USCIS's requirement that your role relate directly to your field of study. Roles in product management or business analysis may be harder to authorize under a CS degree even at tech companies. Browse Migrate Mate to find CS roles already filtered for OPT-eligible employers.
Can I do contract or freelance computer science work on OPT?
Yes, but with strict conditions. OPT permits self-employment and contract work as long as each engagement is related to your CS degree and you work at least 20 hours per week on average. You must be able to document each contract engagement. For STEM OPT, self-employment is not permitted. You must have a qualifying employer who can supervise and sign your training plan.
How do I know if a computer science employer will sponsor H-1B after OPT?
The strongest signal is prior H-1B filing history. Employers who have filed multiple H-1B petitions for software engineers or data scientists in recent years are far more likely to sponsor you. You can cross-reference this through USCIS H-1B employer data reports, which are publicly available. During interviews, ask directly about their immigration support process and whether they work with outside immigration counsel.
What happens if I lose my computer science job while on OPT?
You enter an unemployment period, and the clock starts counting toward your 90-day cumulative limit. During that window you should actively document your job search. If you secure a new CS role within the limit, you can continue your OPT without interruption. Losing a job while on STEM OPT follows the same rule, and your new employer must also be E-Verify enrolled and sign a new training plan before you begin.