Assistant Professor - School of Computing

University of North Florida; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Florida’s School of Computing seeks a 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor. Responsibilities include teaching two courses per semester in fall and spring, conducting research, and participating in service.

The position is anticipated to begin August 2, 2027. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in computing by the start date, with a strong potential for teaching and research. Applications require CV, cover letter, and references.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in computing by employment start date
• Demonstrated potential for teaching and research excellence
• Willingness to participate in governance and service

Responsibilities

• Teach two courses per semester in fall and spring
• Engage in research and service to the School of Computing
• Report to the Director of the School of Computing

Education

Ph.D. in Computing

Service & governance potential

Teaching & research excellence

Job description

DepartmentSchool of Computing, ChairCompensationNegotiable

General Description/Primary Purpose:

The School of Computing is seeking a 9-month, tenure- earning, Assistant Professor, in the School of Computing. Position responsibilities include teaching two courses per semester in fall and spring, research, and service. Applicants with research interests in all areas of computing are encouraged to apply.

Supervisor: This position reports to the Director of the School of Computing.

Working Hours: Varies

Supervision Exercised: This is not a supervisory role.

Required Licensure: N/A

Required Qualifications:

• Awarded a Ph.D. degree (or will have been awarded a Ph.D. degree) in the field of computing from an accredited institution by the employment start date.

Preferred Qualifications / Skills:

• Demonstrated potential to be actively involved in service activities, including participation in governance in accordance with the vision and mission of the School, College and University
• Demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching and in research

Anticipated Start Date: The position is expected to begin on August 2, 2027.

Additional Application Materials Required:

Applicants should be prepared to provide the following required documents:

• Current curriculum vitae
• Cover letter

Name, phone number, and email address of three professional references will be requested during the application review stage.

The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials by the date of hire.

Additional Requirements:

Applicants may be required to upload additional documents based on their responses to the Foreign Influence Review questions.

• Passport (all pages including blank pages) and
• Form DS-160 (if ever submitted. If not, upload an explanation)

Job Posting Close Date: Open until filled.

Application Review Date: Initial review of applications will begin on August 31, 2026.

Statement(s) of Understanding

This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University’s policy, this position may also require a credit check. The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator. Pursuant to Florida Statute 1010.35, this position requires additional information from all applicants seeking research or research-related positions prior to an interview or offer of employment. Applicants MUST fully complete the Foreign Influence Review section of their application. Additional documents (e.g., passport) may be required based on form responses.

Equal Opportunity

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Carnegie

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