Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Principal Lecturer, Computer Science
Posting Number: req20695
Department: Computer Science
Location: Main Campus
Address: Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights
The Department of Computer Science at the University of Arizona is accepting applications from
dedicated educators for Lecturer-track faculty positions at all ranks. Teaching faculty are critical
to the department's mission and are appointed with the expectation of long-term employment.
The typical teaching load is two courses in each of the Fall and Spring semesters, but factors
such as class size may reduce that load. Summer teaching is available for interested faculty for
additional compensation.
Lecturers at all ranks teach both core and elective undergraduate courses and actively
participate in departmental faculty meetings, decision-making, planning, and service. The
Lecturer teaching track is non-tenure-eligible but offers a well-defined promotion path.
Applicants must have an M.S. or a Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related
discipline. Candidates will be considered for appointment at the
Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, or Principal Lecturer ranks based on experience and evidence of
teaching quality and effectiveness. As of Fall 2024, the Department of Computer Science has 29 faculty members, including 10 Career-Track faculty. The Department has a long history of excellent undergraduate and graduate instruction and research accomplishments with a diverse and enthusiastic student body. The Department supports the UA's diversity and inclusiveness strategic initiatives designed to create an inclusive environment for all faculty, staff, and students. We are committed to anti-bias practices and to working for more diversity in our department. We encourage applicants who will help us achieve this goal. The university is in Tucson, the heart of a metropolitan area of over a million people surrounded by five mountain ranges. Tucson boasts a warm desert climate, 350 sunny days per year, and a wide variety of outdoor activities including hiking, biking, rock climbing, and spelunking. Outside the rainforest, Tucson is reported to have the largest number of bird species in the world. Tucson is one of the 57 UNESCO Cities of Gastronomy and has a vibrant music and art scene. Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties & Responsibilities
* Teach undergraduate computer science courses during the academic year. The typical teaching load is 4 courses per year; however, factors such as large class size may reduce that load.
* Manage graduate and undergraduate TAs who assist with courses.
* Serve on departmental committees as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- M.S. or higher in Computer Science or a closely related discipline.
Preferred Qualifications
- *Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related discipline.
- *Teaching experience at the university level.
Rank: To be Determined
Tenure Information
Career-Track (CT)
FLSA: Exempt
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40
Job FTE: 1.0
Work Calendar: Academic
Job Category: Faculty
Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay: DOE
Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies: 2
Contact Information for Candidates
Career-Track Faculty Recruiting Committee Chair
lecturersearch@cs.arizona.edu
Open Until Filled: Yes
Documents Needed to Apply: Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional Document
Special Instructions to Applicant
Please attach with your application the following documents:1. Curriculum Vitae
2. In the Cover Letter slot please attach your 'Statement of Teaching Philosophy';
3. in the "Additional Document" slot, upload a reference contact list of at least three professional references.
Diversity Statement
At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.
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