Assistant Professor of School of Computing

Department

School of Computing, Chair

Compensation

Negotiable

 

General Description/Primary Purpose:

The School of Computing is seeking a 9 month, tenure- earning, Assistant Professor. This position will report to Dr. Nan Niu, Professor, Director of School of Computing. Position responsibilities include teaching two courses per semester in fall and spring, research, and service.

Anticipated Start Date: The position is expected to begin on August 3, 2026.

Working Hours: Varies

Supervision Exercised: This is not a supervisory role

About the Department:

The School of Computing offers undergraduate academic programs in computer science, data science, information systems, information technology, information science, and financial technology (fintech), a Master's program in Computing and Information Sciences with concentrations in computer science, data science, cybersecurity, and information systems, and a PhD program with concentrations in cybersecurity and intelligent systems. The School of Computing continues to grow its students' body, research productivity, and successful partnerships with the Northeast Florida community while supporting its faculty as internationally recognized scholars. For more information about the School of Computing visit: https://www.unf.edu/ccec/computing/

Required Qualifications:

The successful candidates must have an earned Ph.D. degree (or will earn a Ph.D. degree by August 2026) in the field of Computing from an accredited institution.

Preferred Qualifications / Skills:

Applicants with research interests in all areas of computing are encouraged to apply. Demonstrated potential to be actively involved in service activities, including participation in governance in accordance with the vision and mission of the School, College and University. They must also demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching and in research.

Required Licensure: N/A

Additional Application Materials Required:

Applicants should be prepared to provide the following required documents: 

• Current curriculum vitae  

• Cover letter 

 

Name, phone number, and email address of three professional references will be requested during the application review stage.

The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials by the date of hire. 

Additional Requirements:

Applicants may be required to upload additional documents based on their responses to the Foreign Influence Review questions.

· Passport (all pages including blank pages) and

· Form DS-160 (if ever submitted. If not, upload an explanation)

Job Posting Close Date: Open until filled

How to Apply:

Applicants must complete an online application and submit the documents required by the application. Initial review of applications will begin on September 29, 2025.

 

Required Qualifications:

The successful candidates must have an earned Ph.D. degree (or will earn a Ph.D. degree by August 2026) in the field of Computing from an accredited institution.

If you have any questions about this position, please contact Dr. Sandeep Reddivari at (904) 620-2985 or by e-mail at sandeep.reddivari@unf.edu. 

 

Statement(s) of Understanding

This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.

The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator

Pursuant to Florida Statute