What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant/Associate Professor of Instruction- Computer Science position at Texas State University?
Posting Information
Posting Information
Position Title
Assistant/Associate Professor of Instruction- Computer Science
Job Posting Number
2025034NTL
Job Location
Dallas, Round Rock
College/Division
College of Science and Engineering
Department/School
Computer Science
Position Description
The Department of Computer Science invites applications for faculty positions at the rank of Assistant ans/or Associate Professor of Instruction, starting in Fall 2025. We are seeking candidates to teach a variety of courses primarily at the undergraduate level at our Round Rock and Collin College campuses. The position is a nine-month non-tenure-line faculty appointment. Opportunities exist to augment the academic year salary by assisting with summer instruction.
Successful candidates are expected to do the following:
1. Teach 4 sections of 2 to 3 undergraduate courses per semester,
2. Participate in institutional and professional service, and
3. Exhibit a collaborative attitude that feeds into the culture of cooperation and teamwork in the Computer Science Department. This non-tenure-line faculty position is primarily for teaching. Candidates are not expected to engage in research, external funding, or publications.
The department offers the following degree programs: Bachelor of Science (BS) in computer science, Bachelor of Arts in computer science, Master of Science in computer science, Master of Arts in computer science, and Doctor of Philosophy in computer science. The BS degree is ABET accredited. The department enjoys a friendly atmosphere and is dedicated to the success of its junior faculty, providing support through formal mentoring, reduced service loads, collaboration and collegiality, and opportunities to participate in university-wide professional development programs.
Texas State University Round Rock campus is located in one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation. Providing exceptional academic programs, student academics support services and training opportunities to students and the community in Round Rock, North Austin, and Williamson County.
The Collin College Technical Campus, is a comprehensive campus offering students multiple paths to success in high-demand, high-wage career fields including computer science, engineering technology and electrical engineering. Students work in state-of-art lab facilities and have a variety of support services available to them. The campus is located in Allen, TX, about 25 minutes from downtown Dallas.
This position is subject to the availability of funds.
Successful candidates are expected to do the following:
1. Teach 4 sections of 2 to 3 undergraduate courses per semester,
2. Participate in institutional and professional service, and
3. Exhibit a collaborative attitude that feeds into the culture of cooperation and teamwork in the Computer Science Department. This non-tenure-line faculty position is primarily for teaching. Candidates are not expected to engage in research, external funding, or publications.
The department offers the following degree programs: Bachelor of Science (BS) in computer science, Bachelor of Arts in computer science, Master of Science in computer science, Master of Arts in computer science, and Doctor of Philosophy in computer science. The BS degree is ABET accredited. The department enjoys a friendly atmosphere and is dedicated to the success of its junior faculty, providing support through formal mentoring, reduced service loads, collaboration and collegiality, and opportunities to participate in university-wide professional development programs.
Texas State University Round Rock campus is located in one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation. Providing exceptional academic programs, student academics support services and training opportunities to students and the community in Round Rock, North Austin, and Williamson County.
The Collin College Technical Campus, is a comprehensive campus offering students multiple paths to success in high-demand, high-wage career fields including computer science, engineering technology and electrical engineering. Students work in state-of-art lab facilities and have a variety of support services available to them. The campus is located in Allen, TX, about 25 minutes from downtown Dallas.
This position is subject to the availability of funds.
Required Qualifications
For All Ranks:
- Master’s degree in computer science or a closely related field by the start of employment.
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness in US universities.
- Excellent written and oral English communication skills.
In addition, for the Associate Professor of Instruction rank:
- At least five years of teaching experience or at least 10 years’ experience in industry working as a senior/lead scientist or engineer.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ph.D. degree in computer science or a closely related field.
- Experience teaching both lower- and upper-level computer science courses.
- Demonstrates current and contemporary competence in teaching content area
- University service experience.
- Exhibits the potential for increased leadership in teaching and instructional activities
Application Procedures
Online submission of all application materials is required through the university’s application portal: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/50803
To assure full consideration, please submit the following by March 31, 2025:
Cover letter addressing the required and preferred qualifications
Curriculum Vita
Statement of teaching philosophy
unofficial transcripts (all in one document)
Candidates selected for interviews will be required to provide official transcripts from all degree-granting universities.
Please visit Computer Science Faculty Opportunities for additional information and to apply.
To assure full consideration, please submit the following by March 31, 2025:
Cover letter addressing the required and preferred qualifications
Curriculum Vita
Statement of teaching philosophy
unofficial transcripts (all in one document)
Candidates selected for interviews will be required to provide official transcripts from all degree-granting universities.
Please visit Computer Science Faculty Opportunities for additional information and to apply.
Type of Position
Full-Time
Proposed Start Date
Fall 2025
Posting Date
02/24/2025
Review Date
04/30/2025
Close Date
04/30/2025
Open Until Filled?
Yes
Legal Notices
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Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
This position may conduct research on critical infrastructure depending on the research focus of a hire. Consistent with the requirements of the State of Texas, individuals conducting research on critical infrastructure will be subject to pre-employment, and then subsequent routine background checks/cybersecurity screenings. Employment will at all times be contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings in accordance with State and University requirements.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
This position may conduct research on critical infrastructure depending on the research focus of a hire. Consistent with the requirements of the State of Texas, individuals conducting research on critical infrastructure will be subject to pre-employment, and then subsequent routine background checks/cybersecurity screenings. Employment will at all times be contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings in accordance with State and University requirements.
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Record Checks and Verifications
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verification including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verification, reference checks, and employment eligibility verification.
Eligibility for Employment
Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed.
Why Work at Texas State?
Texas State University is home to more than 38,000 students and 2,000 faculty members in the growing Austin-San Antonio corridor. A member of the Doctoral Universities: Higher Research Activity Carnegie classification, the university creates new knowledge, fosters cultural and economic development, and prepares its growing student population for the endless possibilities that await them as citizens of Texas, the nation, and the world.
Bolstered by research with relevance and innovation in creative and scholarly work in a full range of academic disciplines, Texas State seeks outstanding candidates for a variety of faculty positions.
Bolstered by research with relevance and innovation in creative and scholarly work in a full range of academic disciplines, Texas State seeks outstanding candidates for a variety of faculty positions.
