Assistant Teaching Professor, Computer Science - Tampa

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Position Details

The Department of Computer Science in the College of Social Sciences, Mathematics, and Education at The University of Tampa invites applications for a full-time Assistant Teaching Professor position for the academic year, beginning in August 2026.

The B.S.

in Computer Science is a rapidly growing program that welcomed its inaugural class in This position offers an exciting opportunity to help shape the direction of a young and evolving program committed to excellence in undergraduate education.

The University of Tampa is a medium-sized, comprehensive, residentially-based private institution of more than 11,000 undergraduate and graduate students.

The University is ideally situated on a beautiful 110-acre campus next to the Hillsborough River, adjacent to Tampa's dynamic central business district, which is a growing, vibrant, diverse metropolitan area.

UTampa reflects this vibrancy; with 30 consecutive years of enrollment growth UTampa boasts 260 student organizations, a multicultural student body from 50 states and more than 100 countries, and "Top Tier" ranking in U.S.

News and World Report.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will:
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.
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 the field.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include teaching courses at the undergraduate level, advising students, conducting scholarly work, and participating in academic and professional service activities.

The normal teaching load is four 4-credit undergraduate courses per semester.

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

Candidates should be committed to excellence in teaching, scholarly work, and service. The successful candidate will be a dynamic and inclusive teacher-scholar who values engaging teaching, meaningful mentorship, and impactful scholarship. Innovative teaching approaches are welcome, and a strong emphasis is placed on teaching excellence and service.

Required Attachments

All required documents listed below should be uploaded to the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application before continuing through the application.

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

Upon request, applicants may also be asked to provide a short video sample of their teaching. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

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. Our faculty are excellent teachers and scholars who engage their students both in and out of the classroom.

Our college continually fosters relationships with governmental, not-for-profit, and community organizations in the greater Tampa Bay region to provide students with the opportunity to pursue an internship, volunteer, or interact with professionals working in their chosen field.

Each department also offers study abroad courses that students can take for credit toward their degree. For more information, see

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.

The University of Tampa is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate based on age, race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, gender identity, veteran status, or any other non-job-related criteria.

The University of Tampa recognizes the importance of a multicultural community of students, faculty, and staff who seek to advance our commitment to diversity.

The University invites applications from underrepresented groups and those who have academic experiences with diverse populations.

Submission Guidelines

To receive full consideration for a faculty appointment with The University of Tampa, please be sure to upload documents as required for this position at time of application submission.

Once your application has been submitted, no changes may be made.

Required documents should be submitted in the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application before continuing through the application.

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