Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor of Practice – Computer Science

Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor of Practice – Computer Science

Posting Number req
23987

Department Computer Science

Department Website Link https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Location Main Campus

Address Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights The Department of Computer Science at the University of Arizona is accepting applications for Professor of Practice-track faculty positions at all ranks. Professors of Practice hold a non‑tenure‑eligible career‑track teaching position. Teaching faculty are critical to the department’s mission and are appointed with the expectation of long‑term employment. The typical teaching load is four courses per academic year (two per semester);

factors such as class size may reduce that load, and additional summer teaching may be 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 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, Associate, or Full Professor of Practice rank based on experience and evidence of teaching quality and effectiveness.

We are especially interested in candidates who can teach undergraduate courses in Artificial Intelligence (AI). However, we welcome strong applicants from all areas of computer science. Candidates with a demonstrated commitment to excellent teaching and student engagement—regardless of specialization—are strongly encouraged to apply.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate computer science courses during the academic year (typical load 4 courses per year). Factors such as large class size may reduce that load.
• Manage graduate and undergraduate TA’s who assist with courses.
• Serve on departmental committees as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching experience at the university level.

Rank To be Determined

FLSA Exempt

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week 40

Job FTE 1.0

Work Calendar Academic

Target Hire Date 8/17/2026

Contact Information for Candidates lecturersearchzona.edu

Open Date 9/18/2025

Open Until Filled Yes

Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional Document

Special Instructions to Applicant

• Curriculum Vitae
• In the Cover Letter slot, please attach your 'Statement of Teaching Philosophy'.
• In the “Additional Document” slot, please upload a reference contact list of at least three professional references, one of which is from your current or recent academic institution.

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.