Professor - Computing (Open Rank)

unf; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Florida in Jacksonville, FL seeks a 9-month, tenure-earning faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor in Computing. The appointment involves teaching two courses per semester in fall and spring, plus active research and service commitments.

Candidates must have or be near completion of a PhD in Computing from an accredited institution by the start date, with demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and research.

Qualifications

• Must have been awarded a PhD (or will have been awarded a PhD) in the field of Computing from an accredited institution by the employment start date
• Must demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching and in research

Responsibilities

• Teach two courses per semester in fall and spring
• Conduct research and engage in scholarly activities
• Participate in service activities within the School, College and University governance as appropriate

Skills

Teaching potential

Research potential

Education

PhD in Computing

Job description

Department

School of Computing, Chair

Compensation

Negotiable

General Description/Primary Purpose

The School of Computing is seeking a 9-month, tenure earning faculty position in computing. Candidates may be considered for hire at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor, depending on experience and qualifications. Position responsibilities include teaching two courses per semester in fall and spring, research, and service.

Supervisor

This position will report 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

• Must have been awarded a PhD (or will have been awarded a PhD) in the field of Computing from an accredited institution by the employment start date
• Must demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching and in research

Preferred Qualifications / Skills

• Candidates with research interests in theoretical computer science
• 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

Anticipated Start Date

The position is expected to begin on August 2, 2027.

Additional Application Materials Required

• 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)

Application Review Date

Initial review of applications will begin on August 31, 2026.

Job Posting Close Date

Open until filled.

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

The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.

Carnegie

UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. This designation celebrates the University’s collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level. It reflects UNF’s mission to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens.