Computer Science Professor M/F – Efficiency Scalability Sustainability of Computing – CentraleSupelec Paris-Saclay – Permanent Contract

Summary

CentraleSupelec seeks a permanent Computer Science Professor to lead teaching and research in efficiency, scalability and sustainability of computing. The role includes coordinating the Bachelor program, especially the joint BITS Pilani‑CentraleSupelec degree, supervising teaching staff, and developing high‑impact research with international visibility. The candidate must hold an HDR, have at least five years of experience, and be able to teach in English. Responsibilities cover curriculum design, partnership management with international and industrial collaborators, securing competitive funding (ANR, Horizon Europe, ERC), and supervising PhD students. Applications are due by 18 October 2026 and must be submitted as a single PDF to the specified email address.

Key Facts

Department	Computer Science Department
Position Type	Professor
Discipline	Computer Science
Research Area	Efficiency, Scalability, Sustainability of Computing
Degree Required	Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches (HDR)
Experience	At least 5 years
Funding	Permanent contract (CDI)
Contract Duration	Permanent
Language	English
Deadline	2026-10-18
Required Documents	Cover letter, Detailed CV teaching experience, research, mobilities, publications, Integration project in teaching and research (5 to 10 pages), Copy of identity card or passport, All documents allowing to attest experience, Optional recommendation letters, Thesis and HDR defense reports if they exist or equivalent documents
Employer Address	8-10 rue Joliot-Curie 91190 Gif-sur-Yvette, France
Employer Contact	[email protected]

About the Project

The professor will develop high‑impact research on improving the efficiency, scalability and sustainability of computing systems. Topics include parallel algorithm design for heterogeneous architectures, large‑scale cloud and HPC deployment, and green computing approaches to reduce energy consumption. The role involves building a research team, obtaining competitive European and industrial funding, and integrating research outcomes into teaching and collaborative projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach fundamental computer systems and programming courses to Bachelor and Master students
• Coordinate the Bachelor program, manage teaching loads and mentor staff
• Act as main academic liaison with BITS Pilani and industrial partners
• Develop and lead research projects in efficiency, scalability and sustainability of computing
• Obtain competitive research funding (ANR, Horizon Europe, ERC)
• Supervise PhD students and junior researchers
• Contribute to curriculum design and continuous improvement of the program

Required Skills

• HDR (or equivalent) demonstrating autonomous research leadership
• At least five years of academic/research experience
• Ability to teach in English to international audiences
• Experience in coordinating teaching teams and curriculum design
• Proven record of high‑impact publications and securing research funding
• Knowledge of parallel algorithms, heterogeneous architectures, cloud/HPC, or green computing

Who Should Apply

The position is intended for an experienced researcher with an HDR or equivalent, at least five years of academic experience, a strong international publication record, and proven ability to obtain research funding. Candidates must be fluent in English for teaching and comfortable coordinating a bilingual Bachelor program and collaborating with international industry partners. French language skills are not required.

About the Employer

CentraleSupelec is a public French institution under joint supervision of the ministries of higher education and industry. It offers engineering education, Bachelor and Master programmes, and conducts research in engineering and systems sciences. The Computer Science Department covers the full discipline and contributes to CentraleSupelec and University of Paris‑Saclay curricula, as well as continuing education.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the application deadline?

The deadline is 18 October 2026 at 23:59 Paris time.

Which documents must be submitted?

A single PDF containing a cover letter, detailed CV, integration project (5‑10 pages), copy of ID or passport, supporting experience documents, optional recommendation letters, and thesis/HDR reports if available.

Is knowledge of French required for teaching?

No, teaching in French is not required; only English proficiency is essential.

What type of contract is offered?

A permanent full‑time contract (CDI) is offered.