Assistant, Associate or Full Professor of Practice, Computer Science
Posting Number: req20698
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 fromdedicated educators for Professor of Practice-track faculty positions at all ranks. Professor of
Practice along with the Lecturer track, are non-tenured career track teaching positions. 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.
Professors of Practice at all ranks teach both core and elective undergraduate courses and
actively participate in departmental faculty meetings, decision-making, planning, and service.
The Professor of Practice teaching track is non-tenure-eligible but offers a well-defined
promotion path. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Computer Science or a related field and will be
considered for appointment at the Assistant Professor of Practice, Associate Professor of
Practice, or full Professor of Practice ranks based on experience and evidence of teaching quality
and effectiveness.
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
- Applicants must have either a Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related discipline.
Preferred Qualifications
- 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:*Curriculum Vitae
*In the Cover Letter slot please attach your 'Statement of Teaching Philosophy'.
*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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