"Faculty - Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor - Computer Science"

Job Description

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Job Type: FT Faculty
Job Number: FY2605673
Closing: 4/19/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
Location: 800 W University Parkway, Orem
Division: VP Academic Affairs

Position Announcement

The Department of Computer Science (www.uvu.edu/cs) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Computer Science to begin August 1, 2026. The computer science faculty member develops and teaches undergraduate and graduate courses that include core computer science, networking, secure applications, web development, artificial intelligence (AI), data science, and software engineering. The faculty member engages in scholarly activities that contribute to the mission of the university, department, and profession. In addition, the faculty provides service at the department, college, and university levels. Utah Valley University places a strong emphasis on teaching. Faculty members are expected to develop a learning environment and activities that help students achieve their learning objectives. UVU encourages applicants with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and expertise to apply.

The Computer Science Department offers ABET-accredited degrees in BS Computer Science and Software Engineering.

The department will accept all qualified candidates but is particularly interested in applicants with experience in quantum computing, parallel computing, databases, or web development.

Utah Valley University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement contribution.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Instructs, manages, and supervises individuals and groups in classrooms, online, and laboratories, through demonstration, discussion, visual aids, individualized instruction, lectures, and other appropriate methods for educational delivery.
• Plans, prepares, and follows an approved course of study that includes measurable objectives for each course taught. Prepares instructional materials. Evaluates student performance using appropriate testing and grading procedures.
• Engages in scholarly activities including applied research and produces scholarly/creative work consistent with disciplinary specialization and the academic goals of the department.
• Serves the department, college, and university by attending departmental meetings, working on committees, and accepting other service appointments.

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

Ph.D. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a closely related academic field from an accredited institution.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated strength in and a passion for teaching.
• Ability to teach general computer science topics, including practical software development skills.
• Expertise in teaching mathematical subjects related to computer science such as discrete structures, analysis of algorithms, artificial intelligence, and the theory of computation is desirable.

Documents Needed to Apply
Required:
1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter
3. Teaching Philosophy
Optional:
1. Letter of Recommendation

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Knowledge of and experience with computer science subject matter.
• Knowledge and experience in one or more of the following fields software development, computer network applications, web programming, secure application development, cloud computing, data science, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and databases.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong program coordination skills
• Effective verbal and technical written communication skills
• Effective interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, students, agency administrators, and community practitioners from a wide range of backgrounds.
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and initiative in solving problems.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to interpret the University's core values (exceptional care, exceptional accountability, exceptional results).
• Ability to plan measurable objectives, prepare instructional materials, and follow an approved curriculum.
• Ability to assess student work and maintain and submit accurate and current plans, reports, and records involving student accountability, attendance, and performance.
• Ability to use a classroom learning management system, such as Canvas.