Faculty in Computer and Information Sciences | Prince Sultan University

Institution:Prince Sultan UniversityLocation:RiyadhCategory:AcademicPosted:January 4, 2026Application Due:August 31, 2026Type:Full Time FACULTY REQUIRED Computer Science, Information Systems, and Software Engineering (Males and Females). JOB SUMMARY The College of Computer and Information Sciences is seeking applicants with the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Full Professor for the first semester of the next academic year 2026/2027, which starts on August 9th, 2026. The candidate is expected to teach courses in the different programs including Bachelor of Computer Science, Bachelor of Information Systems, Bachelor of Software Engineering, Master of Software Engineering, Master of Cybersecurity, and PhD programs in domains of Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Business Analytics, and Digital Transformation, Game Development, Robotics, Drones, and Mobile App Development. In addition, successful candidates will be expected to conduct research, supervise student work, and engage in research activities and administrative work for the college and the community. ● A suitable candidate would demonstrate: ● PhD degree in the computing fields (Computer Science, Software engineering, and Information Systems) from accredited universities in North America and Europe, with a preference for specializations in Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Business Analytics, Digital Transformation, Game Development, Robotics, Drones, and Mobile App Development. ● SDG background to be integrated in the college Curricula. ● An intensive and high teaching quality record.  ● A track record of or potential to, secure external funding and produce high-quality research. ● A track record of, or evidence of potential to, publish in leading international peer-reviewed journals (ISI and Scopus Q1, Q2). ● Experience in supervising undergraduate and postgraduate research students. ● The ability to develop new areas of the curriculum should the need arise. For further details about the college undergraduate programs, courses and study plans, please refer to the website:https://www.psu.edu.sa/CCIS SALARY AND BENEFITS The University is continuously expanding and its campus is situated in well-equipped new premises in north-central Riyadh. 1. We offer a one-year renewable contract (renewable subject to Dean/Director and student evaluation) and a competitive salary package based on academic qualification, rank, and teaching experience as stated above; 2. Other benefits include medical insurance coverage for the employee & dependents residing within the Kingdom, (spouse & 4 children below 24 years of age); 3. Transport allowance; 4. Round trip tickets (maximum 4: employee, spouse, and 2 children below 18 years of age) for annual leave with paid annual (summer) vacation of two (2) months, plus 2 local paid holidays of about 15 days each (as applicable); 5. Tuition fees of Saudi Riyals 30,000 maximum for children attending school within the Kingdom. Details will be specified in the contract. 6. Free, furnished accommodation plus essential utilities and maintenance will be provided subject to availability, OR the successful candidate will be provided a housing allowance based on academic rank. 7. End-of-service yearly gratuity, which starts on the 2nd year of continuous service (if the candidate completed a minimum of 2 years.) ABOUT PRINCE SULTAN UNIVERSITY Prince Sultan University is the first private university in Saudi Arabia to have been awarded accreditation by the National Commission for Assessment & Academic Accreditation (NCAAA). Further, it is the youngest university to have achieved such a milestone. Prince Sultan University is the first private university in Saudi Arabia and emphasizes excellence in teaching, research, and community services. PSU offers a Preparatory Year Program in which students develop their English, Mathematics, Computer, and Physical Education/Health and Recreation skills to the standards required for study. HOW TO APPLY Apply with a cover letter using this form. Want more roles like this?We share new academic jobs and hiring insights from Middle East universities on LinkedIn. Follow on LinkedIn

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