Assistant Professor of Computer Science
Content + Source + Freshness • 14 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Moderate value stemming from a commitment to undergraduate education, but competitive teaching load may affect work-life balance.
- Focus on teaching and undergraduate curricula
- Encouragement for special topics courses
- Stable employment with tenure prospects
Pros
- Focus on high-quality undergraduate instruction
- Opportunity to teach a variety of courses
- Engagement in curriculum development
Cons
- Nine-month position with intense teaching load
- Limited summer teaching opportunities
- Potential for high service commitments
Who it's for
Early Career / Assistant Professor • On-site
Good fit
- Educators dedicated to teaching undergraduates
- Recent PhDs in Computer Science
- Individuals enthusiastic about academic service
Not recommended for
- Candidates without teaching experience
- Those looking for a research-heavy role
- Individuals seeking remote positions
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Assistant Professor of Computer Science
Job Description
Assistant Professor of Computer Science: The University of Tennessee at Martin, College of Engineering and Natural Sciences, Department of Computer Science is seeking applications for a tenure-track appointment in Computer Science beginning January 1, 2026.
The University of Tennessee at Martin is a primary campus in the University of Tennessee System. The campus is located in Northwest Tennessee approximately 125 miles north of Memphis and 150 miles west of Nashville. The University of Tennessee at Martin has a combined graduate and undergraduate enrollment of approximately 7,100 students. The emphasis is solidly on excellence in undergraduate instruction. We seek candidates who demonstrate a similar commitment to high quality undergraduate education.
Responsibilities
This is a nine-month position requiring faculty to teach three courses each semester while maintaining an active research and service agenda. Faculty are also encouraged to teach Special Topics courses in their areas of interest. Additionally, summer teaching opportunities may be available for extra compensation.
Qualifications
A PhD in Computer Science, or a related field is required. Candidates who are ABD may apply for the position but must have their PhD before the appointment date. An ideal candidate should be motivated and able to teach a variety of computer science courses typical of a 4-year ABET accredited computer science program. Responsibilities include teaching and curriculum development, advising, assessment activities, university service, and scholarly activity. Effective pedagogic and communication skills are required.
Applicants must apply online and submit a letter of application with a statement of teaching and research goals, a detailed resume, graduate transcripts, and contact information for at least three references must be attached. Review of applications will begin in September 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. Incomplete submissions will not be considered.
Contact Information:
Qing Wang, Ph.D.
qwang44@utm.edu
Department of Computer Science
College of Engineering and Natural Sciences
University of Tennessee at Martin
Job Info
- Job Identification 4881
- Job Category Faculty
- Posting Date 09/04/2025, 01:33 AM
- Job Schedule Full time
- Locations 203 Hurt Street, Martin, TN, 38238, US
EEO/AA STATEMENT / NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.
Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), ADA (disability), ADEA (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the (EEO). Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the EEO office.
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