"Instructor of the Practice or Assistant Professor in Computer Science"

Instructor of the Practice or Assistant Professor in Computer Science

Company: Utah Tech University

Job Location: St. George 84770, UT

Category: Computer Science

Type: Full-Time

Salary: See Position Description

Location: St. George 84770, UT

Job Type: Full-Time Faculty

Job Number: 26FAC677-1

Division: College of Science, Engineering & Technology

Department: Computing

Opening Date: 09/24/2025

Closing Date: Continuous

Position Announcement

The College of Science, Engineering & Technology at Utah Tech University (UT) in St. George, Utah invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor or Instructor of the Practice position in Computer Science to begin July 1, 2026. The preferred Assistant Professor candidate will possess a PhD in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related discipline. For an Instructor of the Practice position an MS with professional expertise will be considered. Preference will be given to candidates with prior teaching experience in Data Science but candidates with adequate teaching assistant experience are also encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach and develop courses in Data Science and Computer Science. The ideal candidate will integrate computational methods with statistical reasoning to embody the modern practice of Data Science. This role requires expertise in data science, machine learning, data visualization, and statistical modeling. The successful candidate will be expected to develop and teach courses in our expanding data science curriculum, helping to shape the future of this program at a polytechnic institution committed to an "active learning, active life" approach.

More information about the Department of Computing and its associated programs and faculty can be found online at https://computing.utahtech.edu/.

Responsibilities

• Teach a standard load of undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Data Science and Computer Science.
• Engage and mentor students in active and experiential learning, with a focus on progressive developmental experiences.
• Mentor undergraduate researchers both formally and informally, guiding them in their academic and professional paths.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of programs and projects within the department.
• Conduct public and private outreach activities for the Data Science program.
• Attend department, college, and university faculty meetings; program management and adhere to university policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A PhD in Computer Science or a related discipline with emphasis in Data Science required for Assistant Professor; a Master's degree with professional expertise is required for Instructor of the Practice.
• A demonstrated potential for superb teaching with a strong commitment to student success.
• A desire to strive for impact beyond academia through applied projects and community engagement.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and commitment to collegiality and teamwork.
• Commitment to active learning, experiential learning, and student engagement.

Supplemental Information

POSITION DETAILS, COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Full-time (9-month) tenure-track faculty position. Faculty service anticipated to begin January 1, 2026 or July 1, 2026. Annual salary for Instructor of the Practice is $74,000, and for Assistant Professor is $100,000 - $110,000, depending on qualifications and experience, with additional compensation available for optional summer/overload teaching. Excellent benefits package included that begins on start date; includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, employee assistance and wellness programs, retirement plan contributions, and undergraduate tuition waivers for employees and eligible dependents. See https://humanresources.utahtech.edu/employee-benefits/ under "Benefits Summary" for more details.

ELECTRONIC APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Application review begins October 27, 2025; position open until filled. Candidates must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, transcripts, and contact information for three professional references (including email addresses). In addition, applicants should provide a Student Success and Mentorship Statement (1-2 pages) describing their approach to supporting student success, with an emphasis on mentoring students in hands-on laboratory environments and strategies for engaging diverse and nontraditional learners. A separate Instrumentation and Laboratory Leadership Statement (1 page) is also required, summarizing experience with analytical instrumentation, including method development, SOP creation, QA/QC practices, instrument maintenance, and training or supervising laboratory users. Please upload all the requested documents when you submit your application. Employment is contingent upon successful completion and certification of required degrees and upon successfully passing a background check. If, because of a disability, you need special services or facilities to apply for this opening, please call the Human Resources Office (435) 652-7520.