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The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) in Cambridge, Massachusetts seeks candidates for tenure-track faculty positions starting July 1, 2027, or on a mutually agreed date thereafter. We welcome outstanding applicants with research and teaching interests in any area of electrical engineering, computer science, and artificial intelligence and decision making. EECS believes that the broad range of intellectual, cultural and social interests and perspectives of our faculty, staff, and students is vitally important to the distinction and excellence of our academic and research programs. The Department offers supportive mentorship to junior faculty and a strong commitment to an inclusive, welcoming culture.
Appointment will be at the assistant professor level. In special cases, an untenured associate or senior faculty appointment may be possible, commensurate with experience. Faculty duties include teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, advising students, conducting original scholarly research and developing course materials at the graduate and undergraduate levels. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. in electrical engineering and computer science or a related field by the start of employment. The pay range for a 9-month academic appointment at the entry-level Assistant Professor rank (excluding summer salary): $143,000 – $150,000. The pay offered to a selected candidate during hiring will be based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience and education/training, internal peer equity, and applicable legal requirements. This pay range represents base pay only and does not include any other benefits or compensation. Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check, including possible verification of any finding of misconduct (or pending investigation) from prior employers.
Candidates must register with the EECS search website at https://faculty-searches.mit.edu/eecs, and must submit application materials electronically to this website. Applications must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a research statement (2-4 pages) and a teaching statement (1-2 pages). Each application should include the names and addresses of three or more individuals who will provide letters of recommendation. Letter writers should submit their letters directly to MIT, preferably on the website or by mailing to the address below. Complete applications should be received by December 1, 2026. Applications will be considered complete only when both the applicant materials and at least three letters of recommendation are received.
It is the responsibility of the candidate to arrange reference letters to be uploaded at https://faculty-searches.mit.edu/eecs by December 1, 2026.
Send all materials not submitted on the website to:
Devin DiBernardo
Human Resources Administrator
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Electrical Engineering & Computer Science (EECS)
Room 38-491
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Cambridge, MA 02139
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Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry and the Schwarzman College of Computing
Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Department of Chemistry
Position ID:
MIT-Department of Chemistry-AP1 [#33019]
Position Title:
Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry and the Schwarzman College of Computing
Position Type:
Tenured/Tenure-track faculty
Position Location:
Cambridge, Massachusetts 02139-4307, United States of America [map]
Subject Areas:
Computer Science
Artificial Intelligence
Computational Science
Chemistry / all subdisciplinary areas of chemistry
Appl Deadline:
2026/11/15 23:59:59 EST (posted 2026/10/09 EDT)
Position Description:
Position Description
The Department of Chemistry together with the MIT Schwarzman College of Computing (SCC) at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) located in Cambridge, Massachusetts invites applications for a position bridging chemistry and computational, machine-learning, or generative AI approaches at the level of a tenure-track Assistant Professor, beginning July 1, 2027 or as soon thereafter as possible.
We seek candidates who develop and apply frontier computational approaches, including machine learning and generative methods, to address important problems across all areas of chemistry. Example areas of chemistry include; molecular, materials, biomolecular, and reaction discovery; advances in electronic-structure theory, molecular simulation, and multiscale modeling; sustainability and energy; and quantum simulation and materials. Also of interest are candidates developing chemistry-informed, data-efficient models and AI-enabled experimentation. We especially welcome applicants merging innovative computational or machine-learning approaches with experimental strategies to address fundamental questions and/or devise new technologies in the chemical sciences. A Ph.D. in chemistry, computational chemistry, biochemistry, computer science, or a related discipline is required by the start of employment.
The successful candidate will have a shared appointment in the Department of Chemistry and the SCC, in either the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) or the Institute for Data, Systems, and Society (IDSS), depending on best fit. Tenure-track faculty are expected to develop and lead a vibrant, independent research program, play an active role in shaping the academic work and culture of both the Chemistry and the SCC research communities, and share our commitment to undergraduate and graduate education.
Duties include undergraduate and graduate classroom teaching in both Chemistry and SCC educational programs, including on computational and machine-learning approaches to chemistry and related subjects, supervising graduate and undergraduate research, and mentoring trainees at all levels. The normal teaching load is two subjects per year, typically co-taught.
Together with the SCC, MIT Chemistry is committed to fostering an equitable and inclusive environment that emphasizes mentoring and welcomes diverse backgrounds. The successful candidate will be provided with lab and office space, a generous start-up package, and access to state-of-the-art core facilities.
Applicants should submit: (a) a cover letter, (b) curriculum vitae, (c) executive summary of past and proposed research (~1 pg), (d) 2‒3 research proposals (2‒3 pg each), and (e) a statement on teaching and mentoring philosophy (≤ 2 pg) that describes the candidate’s experience in these areas and/or how they envision contributing to Chemistry’s and the SCC’s efforts. Letters of recommendation should be sent separately from at least three individuals able to evaluate the candidate’s accomplishments and future potential.
Completed applications will begin to be considered on November 15, 2026.
Pay range for a 9-month academic appointment as tenure-track Assistant Professor: $143,200‒$154,000. MIT provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the Institute reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of posting. The pay offered to a selected candidate during hiring will be based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience and education/training, internal peer equity, and applicable legal requirements. This pay range represents base pay only and does not include any other benefits or compensation.
MIT is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from individuals from all identities and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive equitable consideration for employment based on their experience and qualifications and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, or national or ethnic origin. View MIT Policy on Non Discrimination and EEOC’s Know Your Rights. Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check, including possible verification of any findings of misconduct (or pending investigations) from prior employers.
Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Teaching statement
- Research Proposals
- Executive Summary of Research Plans (one page)
- Three reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site )
And anything else requested in the position description.
Further Info:
(617)253-1804
MIT Department of Chemistry
77 Massachusetts Avenue
Building 18 Room 393
Cambridge, MA 02139
Assistant Professor, Department of Biology/Schwarzman College of Computing
Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Department of Biology
Position Description
The Department of Biology together with the Schwarzman College of Computing (SCC) at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Cambridge, Massachusetts, invites applications for a position in the area of computational biology at the level of a tenure-track Assistant Professor, beginning July 1, 2027, or later based on mutual agreement.
We seek candidates who are developing and using computational methods to address questions in molecular, cellular, or organismal biology. We especially welcome applicants focusing on fundamental biological mechanisms who are applying innovative computational, machine-learning, or generative AI approaches in discovery research. An M.D. or Ph.D. in biology, computational biology, systems biology, biomedical informatics, computer science, or a similar discipline is required by the start of employment.
The successful candidate will have a shared appointment in the Department of Biology and SCC, in either the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) or the Institute for Data, Systems, and Society (IDSS), depending on best fit.
Tenure-track faculty are expected to develop and lead a vibrant, independent research program, play an active role in shaping the academic work and culture of both the Biology and the SCC research communities, and share our commitment to undergraduate and graduate education.
Duties include undergraduate and graduate teaching in both Biology and SCC educational programs on computational and machine-learning approaches to biology and related subjects, supervising graduate and undergraduate research, and mentoring trainees at all levels from a broad range of backgrounds. The normal teaching load is two subjects per year, typically co-taught with a colleague.
The successful candidate will be provided with lab and office space for computational work, experimental lab space if needed, a generous start-up package, and access to state-of-the-art core facilities. Together with the SCC, the Department of Biology offers supportive mentorship to junior faculty, an exceptional environment for scientific inquiry, and a strong commitment to an inclusive, welcoming, and collaborative culture; we seek candidates who will contribute to this culture.
Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a summary of current and proposed research (≤5 pages), a teaching philosophy statement (~1 page), and a mentoring statement (~1 page) describing their experience and/or how they envision leading a group and supporting the scientific development of trainees. Letters of recommendation should be sent separately from at least three individuals able to evaluate the candidate’s accomplishments and future potential.
Application materials and letters of recommendation should be submitted to Academic Jobs Online (https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/32927).
Application deadline is December 1, 2026.
Pay range for a 9-month academic appointment as tenure-track Assistant Professor: $143,200 – $154,000
MIT provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the Institute reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of posting. The pay offered to a selected candidate during hiring will be based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience and education/training, internal peer equity, and applicable legal requirements. This pay range represents base pay only and does not include any other benefits or compensation.
MIT is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and strongly encourage applications from individuals from all identities and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive equitable consideration for employment based on their experience and qualifications and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, or national or ethnic origin. View MIT Policy on Non Discrimination and EEOC’s Know Your Rights. Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check, including possible verification of any findings of misconduct (or pending investigations) from prior employers.
Employer Contact: Samantha Edelen<sedelen@mit.edu>
MIT Department of Biology Attn: Biology Search Committee 77 Massachusetts Avenue, 68-132 Cambridge, MA 02139
MIT is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from individuals from all identities and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive equitable consideration for employment based on their experience and qualifications and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, or national or ethnic origin. View MIT Policy on Non Discrimination and EEOC’s Know Your Rights. Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check, including possible verification of any findings of misconduct (or pending investigations) from prior employers.</sedelen@mit.edu>
Application Materials Required:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement
- Teaching statement
- Publication list
- Mentoring Statement
- Three reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site
)
Further Info:
Attn: Biology Search Committee
77 Massachusetts Avenue, 68-132
Cambridge, MA 02139