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Assistant Professor of Instruction

The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA)

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 18 Jun 2026

About the role

Position Information

Posting Number F00761P Position Title Assistant Professor of Instruction Department Computer Science and Engineer Location Arlington Job Family Faculty Position Status Full-time Rank Open-NTT Work Hours Standard Open to External and Internal FLSA Exempt Duration Funding expected to continue Pay Basis Monthly Benefits Eligible Yes Job Summary

The Department of Computer Science and Engineering (http://www.cse.uta.edu) in the College of Engineering at The University of Texas at Arlington, invites applications for an Open Rank-APT faculty position in Computer Science and Engineering. This open-rank position may be appointed at the rank of Lecturer/Senior Lecturer, or Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Instruction, to teach courses within the undergraduate and graduate Computer Engineering curriculum, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

For this one opening, preference will be given to qualified applicants who can teach at the university level in one or more of the following areas: electric circuits, electronics, digital logic design, signal processing, embedded systems, microprocessors, systems-on-chip, electromechanical systems, and real-time systems. A typical teaching position comes with a 12-credit teaching load per semester.

The department offers a collaborative and stimulating culture and a competitive salary and benefits package. Academic Professional Track faculty members play a full and active part in departmental life and work with other talented faculty members and our excellent students in a broad range of ways, such as mentoring highly motivated students, advising senior design projects, and curriculum design and innovation.

Benefits at UTA

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.

To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:
https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php

CBC Requirement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA-48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate and graduate courses, develop and update course materials, mentor and advise students, and participate in curriculum development and departmental service.

Required Qualifications

Candidates for assistant/associate/full professor of instruction must have earned (by the start date) a Ph.D. degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related area. Candidates for lecturer/senior lecturer positions must have earned (by the start date) an M.S. degree in in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related area.

Applicants with significant industry experience are encouraged to apply. Relevant industry experience is valued, particularly when it enhances teaching through real-world applications, project-based learning, or alignment with current industry practices.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous teaching and/or training experience is preferred. Industry work experience is considered an advantage. Competitive applications will include evidence of creative and effective pedagogy, such as course materials and assignments; peer, student, or statistical evaluations; or descriptions of novel approaches, tools, or systems that the applicant has developed to support their classes.

Special Conditions for Eligibility Department Information

The Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) offers a hands-on, student-focused experience for those who are ready to help shape the future of technology. As a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity, the departmen