Assistant Professor, Computer Science

About the role

The Department of Computer Science in the College of Social Sciences, Mathematics, and Education at The University of Tampa invites applications for two (2) full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor positions for the 2026-27 academic year, beginning in August 2026.

Qualifications

• Hold a Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field (ABD considered; however, the terminal degree must be earned by July 2026).
• Possess a broad background in computer science with the ability to teach across the curriculum.
• Demonstrate potential for outstanding teaching, strong written and oral communication skills, and a commitment to high academic standards.
• Show evidence of an active research agenda, with potential to involve undergraduates.
• Have experience teaching undergraduates (preferred).
• Exhibit the ability to work both independently and collaboratively, with excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Be committed to remaining current in both teaching and scholarship.

Responsibilities

• Teach a wide variety of undergraduate courses in computer science.
• Develop new courses in relevant areas of expertise.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate students.
• Conduct and disseminate scholarly research.
• Contribute to curriculum development, program assessment, and departmental service.
• Support the mission of the Department, College, and University through collegial engagement and community involvement.

Required Attachments

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Statement of research agenda
• Graduate transcript (unofficial is acceptable for initial review)
• Contact information for at least four professional references

Additional Information

• The University delivers challenging and high-quality educational experiences to a diverse group of learners.
• The University has a strong core curriculum rooted in the liberal arts, an enduring commitment to internationalization that has garnered the Senator Paul Simon Award, and a practical, experiential approach to learning.
• The University offers more than 200 areas of study, including majors in our colleges of Arts and Letters, Business, Natural and Health Sciences, and Social Sciences, Mathematics, and Education, 18 master's programs, and 3 professional doctoral programs.
• The College of Social Sciences, Mathematics, and Education offers rigorous, high-quality undergraduate curricula in Actuarial Science, Computer Science, Criminology and Criminal Justice, Data Science, Education, History, International Studies, Mathematics, Political Science, Psychology, and Applied Sociology.
• Graduate programs include a M.S. in Criminology and Criminal Justice, a M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction, a M.Ed. in Educational Leadership, and a M.S. in Instructional Design and Technology.
• The faculty and administrators in CSSME, along with professional staff across the University, will provide meaningful support for your teaching and scholarship as elements of your personal and career development.
• We encourage you to grow professionally, and we support a healthy work-life integration to nurture that growth.
• The vision of the College of Social Sciences, Mathematics, and Education is "Empowering learners to make a difference."
• All candidates are expected to contribute to the diversity of our curriculum and community.
• We are searching for teacher-scholars who will serve as mentors for our diverse student body, and who have a demonstrated commitment to the academic success of all students.