University of Arizona

Career-track (teaching) Faculty in Computer Science

The Department of Computer Science at the University of Arizona is accepting applications from dedicated educators for non-tenure-eligible, Career-Track (i.e., teaching) faculty positions at all ranks. Teaching faculty are vital to the department’s mission and are appointed with the expectation of long-term employment.  The typical teaching load is two courses in each of the Fall and Spring semesters, but factors such as class size may reduce that load.  Career-track faculty at all ranks teach both core and elective undergraduate courses based on their interests and department needs, and actively participate in departmental faculty meetings, decision-making, planning, and service.

Career-Track faculty positions offer a well-defined promotion path along two tracks.

Applicants for the Professor of Practice track must have earned a Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related  discipline by the time of appointment. Applicants will be considered for appointment at the Assistant Professor of Practice, Associate Professor of Practice, or Full Professor of Practice ranks based on experience and evidence of teaching quality and effectiveness.

Applicants for the Lecturer track must have earned an M.S. or Ph.D.  in Computer Science or a closely related discipline by the time of appointment. Applicants will be considered for appointment at the Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, or Principal Lecturer ranks based on experience and evidence of teaching quality and effectiveness.

As of Fall 2024, the Department of Computer Science has 29 faculty members, including 10 Career-Track faculty. The Department has a long history of excellent undergraduate and graduate instruction and research accomplishments with a diverse and enthusiastic student body.

As part of a Hispanic Serving Institution, the department is committed to addressing barriers in the field. We encourage applications from people who share our vision of bringing a transformational educational experience to our students and who are committed to anti-bias practices and mentoring under-represented students. We are particularly interested in receiving applications from members of groups historically underrepresented in their chosen fields.

Among generous benefits, the university offers reimbursement for qualified childcare expenses, qualified tuition reduction for eligible family members, and 12 weeks of paid parental leave plus an additional 12 weeks of unpaid parental leave. The University of Arizona has been recognized for its innovative work-life programs.

The university is in Tucson, the heart of a metropolitan area of over a million people, surrounded by four mountain ranges. Tucson boasts a warm desert climate, 350 sunny days per year, and a wide variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, rock climbing, and spelunking. Outside the rainforest, Tucson is reported to have the largest number of bird species in the world. Tucson is one of the two US cities in the UNESCO Cities of Gastronomy and has a vibrant music and art scene.

To apply, complete an online application at the UA Human Resources website.  The link for the Lecturer track is at https://arizona.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/20695?c=arizona and the link for the Professor of Practice track is at https://arizona.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/20698?c=arizona

Be sure to include, as directed, (a) your curriculum vitae, (b) a statement of your teaching philosophy and interests, and (c) the names and contact information of at least three professional references.

The University of Arizona is an EO/AA employer-M/W/D/V. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Vets/Disabled.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled. Please email lecturersearch@cs.arizona.edu if you have any questions or need assistance.