Lecturer or Senior Lecturer, Computer Science
About The Position
The University of Arizona’s Department of Computer Science seeks dedicated educators for Lecturer-track faculty positions at the Lecturer or Senior Lecturer rank. These are career-track, non-tenure-eligible appointments with the expectation of long-term employment and a defined promotion path. Candidates are considered for rank based on experience and evidence of teaching quality and effectiveness. Applicants from all areas of computer science are welcome, with particular encouragement for those committed to excellent teaching and student engagement. The position teaches undergraduate computer science courses, including core and elective offerings. The typical teaching load is four courses per academic year, usually two per semester. Summer teaching may be available to interested faculty for additional compensation. Faculty also manage graduate and undergraduate teaching assistants, participate in departmental meetings and decision-making, and serve on assigned committees. The department had 31 faculty members, including 12 career-track faculty, as of Fall 2026. The position is based at the University of Arizona’s Tucson campus. It is a full-time, 1.0 FTE academic-year faculty position, with 40 hours worked per week listed. The target hire date is August 16, 2027. Compensation is salary at 1.0 FTE and is determined based on experience (DOE).
Requirements
- M.S. or higher in Computer Science or a closely related discipline.
- Evidence of teaching quality and effectiveness; rank is determined based on experience and this evidence.
Nice To Haves
- University-level teaching experience.
- Demonstrated commitment to excellent teaching and student engagement.
Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate computer science courses during the academic year, including core and elective courses; the typical load is four courses per year.
- Manage graduate and undergraduate teaching assistants who assist with courses.
- Participate in departmental faculty meetings, decision-making, and planning.
- Serve on departmental committees as assigned.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability programs
- Sick leave and holidays
- Tuition reduction at the University of Arizona, Arizona State University, and Northern Arizona University for the employee and qualified family members
- Retirement plans
- Access to University of Arizona recreation and cultural activities
- Innovative work-life programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
