Assistant Professor

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science, starting August 1, 2027. We seek a dynamic scholar-teacher with a research focus in Computer Systems or Theoretical Computer Science. Candidates must have or expect a Ph.D.

by Aug 1, 2027. The department offers ABET-accredited programs and active MS/PhD studies, with a commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and service.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold or anticipate receiving a Ph.D. by August 1, 2027.

Education

Ph.D. in Computer Science

Job description

Position Information

Position Number: 1872

Functional Title: Assistant Professor

Position Type: Tenure Stream

Position Eclass: FC - Faculty 9 month Non Leave earn

University Information: Located in North Carolina's third largest city, UNCG is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal - helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University's 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit

The Department of Computer Science at UNCG is a thriving department with an established, ABET-accredited B.S. degree program, and active M.S. and Ph.D. degree programs. The department continues to maintain a rigorous curriculum and strong research profile, responding to rapid changes in the field and increasing demands for computing research. It currently has 7 research-active tenured and tenure-track faculty members, as well as professional track and part-time faculty. For more information on the Computer Science Department at UNCG, visit the Department's web page at http://compsci.uncg.edu/.

Position Summary

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG) seeks applications for one tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science starting August 1, 2027. We seek a dynamic scholar-teacher with a research focus in Computer Systems or Theoretical Computer Science.

Minimum Qualifications

• Candidates must hold or anticipate receiving a Ph.D. in Computer Science or a related discipline by August 1, 2027.

Preferred Qualifications

• Applicants with a research focus in Computer Systems or Theoretical Computer Science are preferred.

Tenure Status

Tenure Track

Special Instructions to Applicants

If you have a disability that requires related accommodations in the application and interview process, please email us at [e-mail]. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. If highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree verified prior to start date. UNCG participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Recruitment Range

Competitive

Org #-Department

Computer Science - 12228

Job Open Date

09/17/2026

For Best Consideration Date

10/31/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

FTE

1.000

Type of Appointment

Permanent

Number of Months per Year

9