Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor, Computer Science & Software Engineering

Northern Kentucky University; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Kentucky University seeks a Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor for its Computer Science & Software Engineering program. The role involves teaching face-to-face and online courses, focusing on software engineering and programming, with a commitment to student engagement and academic excellence. This position is available for the 2025-2026 academic year, requiring the successful candidate to teach four class sections each semester.

Qualifications

• Masters' degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field required.
• Bachelor's degree with 5 years related experience acceptable.
• Candidates with expertise in software engineering are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Teach a 4-4 load of Computer Science & Software Engineering courses.
• Maintain office hours and attend required meetings.
• Participate in course assessment as needed.

Skills

Teaching

Software Engineering

Programming

Cybersecurity

Education

Master's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Bachelor's Degree with 5 years experience

Job description

Posting Details

Position Information

Applicants for this position are expected to have a Masters' degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or a bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years related experience in Software Engineering.

Applicants must submit a short cover letter formally applying for the position, a curriculum vitae, and a list of three references with complete contact information.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled.

Please apply at https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/14876. Any questions concerning this position should be addressed to, Dr. Traian Marius Truta, the School of Computing and Analytics Director, reachable at [e-mail].

Any candidate who is offered this position will be required to go through a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law.

Working Title	Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor, Computer Science & Software Engineering
Department	School of Computing and Analytics
Full Time or Part Time?	Full Time
Position Number
Purpose of Position	The School of Computing and Analytics at Northern Kentucky University (NKU) is seeking a Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor to join our Computer Science and Software Engineering program. This position will focus on teaching both face-to-face and online courses in software engineering, programming, and general computer science, with opportunities to teach introductory courses in information technology and cybersecurity as well. Part of the College of Informatics, the School of Computing and Analytics includes three main areas: Computer Science & Software Engineering, Cybersecurity & Information Technology, and Information Systems & Analytics. We have over 35 full-time faculty members and offer eight undergraduate and four graduate programs to more than 1,250 majors. This position is available for the 2025-2026 academic year, running from August 2025 to May 2026. The successful candidates will be responsible for teaching four class sections each semester. For more information about Northern Kentucky University, please visit http://www.nku.edu. To learn additional details about the School of Computing and Analytics, please visit www.nku.edu/sca. For further information on the College of Informatics, please visit http://informatics.nku.edu.
Primary Responsibilities	Teach a 4-4 load (fall-spring) of Computer Science & Software Engineering courses. Maintain office hours in line with School policies. Attend required department-wide and college-wide meetings. Participate in course assessment, as needed. Establish and maintain working relationships with a diverse group of staff, students, and faculty. Candidates with expertise in software engineering are strongly encouraged to apply.
Qualifications
Minimum Education	Bachelor's with Professional Experience
Preferred Education	Master's Degree

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number	2025F785
Job Open Date	05/19/2025
Job Close Date
Quick Link	https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/14876