Open Rank - Fixed Term - (Assistant/Associate/Full) Teaching Professor
University-of-North-Carolina-At-Chapel-Hil
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Job summary
The Division of Data Science and Society (DSS) in the School of Data and Information Sciences at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill invites applications for a 9- or 12-month fixed-term open-rank Teaching Professor in Data Science. The focus is on foundational computational tools, computational thinking, and introductory data science concepts.
Sample courses include DATA 110, DATA 140, and DATA 215, with opportunities to develop additional courses.
Qualifications
- PhD or equivalent terminal degree in a relevant field.
- Experience teaching at the college/university level in data science or related fields.
- Ability to articulate methodological expertise relevant to data science.
- Experience developing undergraduate data science curricula.
Responsibilities
- Teach foundational data science courses and introductory programming concepts.
- Develop and expand undergraduate data science curriculum and courses.
- Advise and mentor undergraduate students.
- Collaborate across disciplines to integrate computational tools and teaching practices.
Skills
Education
Job description
Required Application Question:
Please describe relevant courses you have taught and identify potential courses you would be prepared to teach at SDIS. In your response, please indicate whether you have experience teaching large, multi-section university courses with enrollments of 50 or more students.
Please arrange for three reference letter writers to submit letters where indicated. They will receive an email with instructions for submitting letters of recommendation. Please ensure that at least one of the three letters addresses your teaching experience and qualifications.
For full consideration, applications should be received by Monday, November 16, 2026. Anticipated starting date is July 1, 2027.
Posting Information
Department
Department Data Sci and Society - 371210
Posting Open Date
Posting Open Date 10/12/2026
Application Deadline
Application Deadline 11/16/2026
Open Until Filled No
Position Type
Position Type Permanent Faculty
Working Title
Working Title Open Rank - Fixed Term - (Assistant/Associate/Full) Teaching Professor
Appointment Type
Appointment Type Open Rank
Vacancy ID
Vacancy ID FAC0006163
Full-time/Part-time
Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Permanent
Hours per week 40
FTE
FTE 1
Position Location
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
Hiring Range Commensurate with Education and Experience
One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.
Benefits
- University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events.
- UNC -Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Position Summary
The Division of Data Science and Society ( DSS ) in the School of Data and Information Sciences ( SDIS ) at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill invites applications for 9- or 12-month, fixed-term, open-rank (Assistant/Associate/Full) Teaching Professor position in Data Science, with a focus on foundational computational tools, computational thinking, and introductory data science concepts. Sample courses include DATA 110, DATA 140, and DATA 215, with opportunities to develop and teach additional courses in these areas.
We seek candidates with expertise or experience in:
- Teaching foundational computational tools, programming concepts, and computational thinking.
- Data structures and introductory data science methods.
- Teaching and engaging undergraduate students, particularly in first-year and foundational courses.
- Teaching college-level introductory courses in data science, programming, computational methods, or related fields.
- Advising and mentoring a growing undergraduate student population.
The successful candidate will contribute to the continued development of the School’s undergraduate data science curriculum by identifying emerging instructional needs, developing new courses and learning experiences, and incorporating effective computational tools and teaching practices. The candidate will collaborate across disciplines to ensure that foundational courses provide students with the computational knowledge, skills, and conceptual understanding needed for success in advanced data science coursework.
The standard instructional assignment is three courses per semester for 9-month appointments (six courses annually) and four courses per semester for 12-month appointments (eight courses annually).
This is a permanent fixed-term faculty position with an initial three-year appointment, subject to reappointment, and a pathway for advancement in rank.
- A PhD or equivalent terminal degree in any substantive field relevant to the mission, vision, and values of the Division of Data Science and Society ( DSS ).
- Demonstrated experience teaching at the college or university level in data science, computational methods, programming, statistics, or a related field.
- Candidates must be able to articulate their methodological expertise and its relevance to the domains of data science.
- Teaching introductory data science, computational methods, programming, or related courses at the undergraduate level.
- Ability to explain computational concepts clearly to students from diverse disciplinary backgrounds.
- Experience developing or contributing to undergraduate data science curricula and courses.
- Ability to apply disciplinary or methodological expertise to data science questions and problems.
- Advising and mentoring undergraduate students.
- Ability to collaborate across disciplines in an interdisciplinary academic environment.
This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University’s Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost office at (919)-962-1091 or send an email to facultyrecruitment@unc.edu.
Please note: The Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
If you have any questions about the job requirements or the hiring department notify the Department Contact.
The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * What is your highest degree?
- PhD
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- Other
- * Please describe relevant courses you have taught and identify potential courses you would be prepared to teach at SDIS. In your response, please indicate whether you have experience teaching large, multi-section university courses with enrollments of 50 or more students.SDIS Course Catalog: https://catalog.unc.edu/undergraduate/schools-college/data-information-sciences/
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