Assistant Professor 129540

University of West Florida; Fort Walton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of West Florida invites applications for an Assistant Professor, Computer Science. The incumbent will teach a wide range of undergraduate and graduate courses, develop an active research program supported by external funding, and mentor students while contributing to the department's success.

Primary responsibilities include teaching three courses each fall and spring, conducting research, and performing service activities that support the department and university, with teaching

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Computer Science or closely related discipline required.
• Strong commitment to teaching, academic research, and service.

Responsibilities

• Teach a wide range of undergraduate and graduate courses in computer science.
• Develop an active research program funded by external sources.
• Mentor students and participate in department and university service.

Education

Ph.D. in Computer Science

Job description

POSITION DETAILS

Employment based visa sponsorship will be considered for this position.

Position Number:129540
Classification Title: Assistant Professor
Working Title: Assistant Professor, Computer Science
Department:Computer Science
FLSA Status:Exempt
Salary Range:Commensurate with education and experience
Pay Basis:Annually

POSITION OVERVIEW

JOB SUMMARY:

The incumbent must be able to teach a wide range of undergraduate and graduate courses in computer science, develop an active research program supported by external funding sources, be a mentor to students, and be an active member of the department, contributing to its success and the mission of the university. Candidates will find the department a stimulating environment conducive to professional growth and interdisciplinary collaborative research. Primary responsibilities include teaching three courses each fall and spring semester, conducting research, mentoring students in the department, and performing service activities that contribute to the success of the department and the mission of the university. The incumbent will be expected to teach in core areas of computer science, including but not limited to computer programming, data structures, database systems, operating systems & networks, software engineering, or artificial intelligence in both face-to-face and online learning environments.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution by the start date of the appointment and a strong commitment to teaching, academic research, and service.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution by the start date of the appointment and a strong commitment to teaching, academic research, and service.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Research that focuses on artificial intelligence or software engineering and teaching interests in algorithmic programming, database systems, software engineering, operating systems, and networks. Prior teaching experience in data structures, algorithms, and artificial intelligence courses is a plus.

Special Requirements or Considerations of the Job:

• This position requires a criminal background screening.

ADDITIONAL POSTING DETAILS

Number of Vacancies: 1
Work Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
FTE:1.0
Preferred Response Date:12/1/2026