Clinical Faculty

University of Idaho Careers; Moscow (ID); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Idaho invites applications for two full-time, academic-year, non-tenure-track Clinical Assistant Professor positions in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or Artificial Intelligence to begin in August 2027. The roles emphasize high-quality teaching, student engagement, and experiential learning across undergrad and grad levels.

Responsibilities include teaching lectures and labs in-person/online/hybrid formats, curriculum development, advising, outreach, and service, with potential

Qualifications

• MS in CS, cybersecurity, AI, or related field.
• Strong written and oral communication.
• Experience teaching CS, cybersecurity, AI, or related courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach lectures and laboratories in CS, cybersecurity, or AI.
• Contribute to curriculum development, advising, and outreach.
• Support applied research or industry collaboration where possible.

Skills

Written communication

Collaborative teamwork

Teaching experience

Education

MS in Computer Science

PhD in Computer Science or related

Job description

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Division/College
College of Engineering

Department
Computer Science

Position Classification
Clinical Faculty

Rank
Assistant Professor

Tenure Status
Non-Tenure Track

Location
Moscow

FTE
1.0

Advertising Pay Range
Commensurate with experience

FLSA Status
Exempt

Type of Appointment
Academic Year

Anticipated Contract Start Date
08/16/2027

POSITION OVERVIEW

Faculty Position Summary
The Department of Computer Science invites applications for two full-time, academic-year, non-tenure-track Clinical Assistant Professor positions in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or Artificial Intelligence to begin in August 2027, with the potential to begin earlier. The positions emphasize high-quality teaching, student engagement, and experiential learning at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Responsibilities include teaching lectures, laboratories, and project-based courses in in-person, online, hybrid, and multi-campus formats; contributing to curriculum development, academic advising, outreach, and service; and supporting applied research or industry collaboration.

Candidates should demonstrate excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to student success and mentorship. Practical industry experience, professional certifications, and applied research interests are highly valued.

Teaching & Advising Effort
90%

Scholarship & Creative Activity Effort
5%

Outreach & Extension Effort
0%

University Service & Leadership Effort
5%

REQUIRED EDUCATION

An earned M.S. in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, or a closely related field.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Experience in written and oral communication.
• Experience working collaboratively.
• Experience teaching courses in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, or related experience.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• An earned Ph.D. in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated excellence in university-level instruction.
• Demonstrated experience supporting student growth and academic development and achievement.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully mentor and advise undergraduate students.
• Demonstrated interest and potential in pursuing and/or supporting research and scholarship activities.
• Interest in pursuing and supporting research and scholarship activities.
• Demonstrated potential for learning and implementing innovative hands-on instructional methods.
• Demonstrated potential for delivering instruction in a variety of formats including, but not limited to, local, online, hybrid, hands-on, and laboratory.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

NA

POSTING INFORMATION

Open Until Filled
Yes

Contingency on Appointment
No

Appropriate work authorization is required for this position. New H-1B visa sponsorship from University of Idaho is supported in limited circumstances from existing visa holders. Other visa sponsorship may be available depending on the candidate’s eligibility. Please contact the International Program Office at [e-mail] for additional visa eligibility information.

Visa Sponsorship Available for Appointment
Uncertain

Degree Requirement Timeline
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire.