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Assistant Professor (Lecturer) in Computing

Position Number: 6648731
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Position Type: Computing - Other

Assistant Professor (Lecturer) in Computing

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The Kahlert School of Computing at the University of Utah seeks enthusiastic applicants for the position of Lecturing Assistant Professor beginning in the fall semester of 2026. This lecturing faculty position is intended to be a long term or permanent position, with possibilities for extended contracts and promotion within the University's Career Line Faculty structure.

The Kahlert School of Computing currently employs 57 tenure-track and 12 lecturing faculty who collaborate to offer a variety of undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs. Lecturing faculty are valued members of the collegial Kahlert School of Computing faculty and have frequent opportunities for professional growth.

The qualifications of an ideal candidate include (i) a PhD in computer science or a related field, (ii) a demonstrated proficiency in teaching, and (iii) an interest in curriculum development. Lecturing faculty typically teach four courses a year, are heavily involved in university governance and service, and are encouraged to continuously improve their scholastic credentials (e.g., by developing curriculum, employing innovative pedagogical methods, publication, etc.).

The Kahlert School of Computing has four degree programs for undergraduates (Computer Science, Data Science, Software Development, and Computer Engineering), which provide an exciting opportunity for new lecturing faculty to make significant contributions to the curriculum. Successful candidates should be able to teach a broad set of courses. Available courses to teach include core CS courses as well as specialty courses in networks, mobile, web, biotech, ethics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence, among others.

The University of Utah's Kahlert School of Computing is committed to recruiting, welcoming, and supporting a broad community of undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral candidates, research scientists, staff, and faculty. To demonstrate this commitment, we have created the Utah Center for Broadening Participation in Computing to welcome students from all backgrounds in the undergraduate majors (see https://ucic.cs.utah.edu). To build a representative faculty, we strongly encourage applications from populations underrepresented in computing, as well as candidates with nontraditional backgrounds. The Kahlert School is also committed to addressing lifestyle priorities and will work with candidates to develop opportunities for partners and family members.

The University of Utah is located in Salt Lake City, a city with a vibrant downtown and unparalleled access to the outdoors. Fantastic hiking and mountain biking is right next to campus; concerts, shows, and sports are a short light rail ride away; even skiing on Utah's "greatest snow on earth" is accessible via public transit. The University of Utah provides a generous benefits package with a variety of medical and dental plans from which to choose. Other important benefits include retirement plan contributions, tuition reduction, a wellness program, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Candidates are requested to submit a cover letter, CV, 3 references, and a teaching statement.

Review of applications will begin after November 10 and will continue until the position is filled.

Department: 00062 - School of Computing
City: Salt Lake City, UT
Track: Non Tenure Track
Close Date: 4/1/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Requisition Number: PRN01402CF

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/190291

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at:
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