Assistant Professor 129540
POSITION DETAILS
Employment based visa sponsorship will be considered for this position.
Position Number: 129540
Classification Title: Assistant Professor
Working Title: Assistant Professor, Computer Science
Department: Computer Science
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary Range: Commensurate with education and experience
Pay Basis: Annually
POSITION OVERVIEW
JOB SUMMARY:
The incumbent must be able to teach a wide range of undergraduate and graduate courses in computer science, develop an active research program supported by external funding sources, be a mentor to students, and be an active member of the department, contributing to its success and the mission of the university. Candidates will find the department a stimulating environment conducive to professional growth and interdisciplinary collaborative research. Primary responsibilities include teaching three courses each fall and spring semester, conducting research, mentoring students in the department, and performing service activities that contribute to the success of the department and the mission of the university. The incumbent will be expected to teach in core areas of computer science, including but not limited to computer programming, data structures, database systems, operating systems & networks, software engineering, or artificial intelligence in both face-to-face and online learning environments.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution by the start date of the appointment and a strong commitment to teaching, academic research, and service.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution by the start date of the appointment and a strong commitment to teaching, academic research, and service.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Research that focuses on artificial intelligence or software engineering and teaching interests in algorithmic programming, database systems, software engineering, operating systems, and networks. Prior teaching experience in data structures, algorithms, and artificial intelligence courses is a plus.
Special Requirements or Considerations of the Job:
- This position requires a criminal background screening.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Candidates must apply online through the University of West Florida website: https://careers.uwf.edu. Applicants are required to attach a cv, letter of interest, statement of teaching philosophy, a description of research goals and plans, unofficial transcripts, and contact information for three references. References will be contacted upon submission of this application. An opportunity to upload these documents will be provided during the application process. For assistance, please contact Human Resources at 850.474.2694 or email jobs@uwf.edu.
If one or more of your advanced degrees is awarded from an institution outside of the United States, UWF will require a credential evaluation and/or translation prior to onboarding. This credential evaluation should include original documents received directly from your institution so that the agency can evaluate and attest that your credential is equivalent to a similar degree earned at a US institution. If your credential is not in English, this evaluation should also include a translation to US English.
UWF does not endorse any particular approved agency; however, typically any current National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) member agency is acceptable. You are advised to check with the agency first to make sure your educational background can be evaluated as some agencies do not evaluate all international degrees.
When necessary, these credential evaluations will be requested as part of the Offer Letter with instructions on where and to whom these documents should be submitted
ADDITIONAL POSTING DETAILS
Number of Vacancies: 1
Work Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
FTE: 1.0
Preferred Response Date: 12/1/2026
The University of West Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Disabled/Veteran employer. Any individual requiring special accommodation to apply is requested to advise UWF by contacting UWF Human Resources at 850.474.2694. E-Verify is required for employment. All applications for employment at the University are subject to Florida public records law.
