Lecturer or Senior Lecturer, Computer Science

at the University of Arizona is accepting applications from dedicated educators for Lecturer track faculty positions at the Lecturer and Senior Lecturer ranks. Teaching faculty are critical to the mission of the department and are appointed with the expectation of long-term employment. The typical teaching load is four courses per academic year (two per semester). Summer teaching may be available for interested faculty for additional compensation. Lecturers at all ranks teach both core and elective undergraduate courses and actively participate in departmental faculty meetings, decision-making, planning, and service. The Lecturer teaching track is non-tenure-eligible but offers a well-defined promotion path. Applicants must have an M.S. or higher in Computer Science or a closely related discipline. Candidates will be considered for appointment at the Lecturer or Senior Lecturer ranks based on experience and evidence of teaching quality and effectiveness. We welcome strong applicants from all areas of computer science. Candidates with a demonstrated commitment to excellent teaching and student engagement-regardless of specialization-are strongly encouraged to apply. As of Fall 2026, the Department of Computer Science has 31 faculty members, including 12 Career-Track faculty. The Department has a long history of excellent undergraduate and graduate instruction and research accomplishments with an enthusiastic student body. The University of Arizona is in Tucson, the heart of a metropolitan area of over a million people surrounded by five mountain ranges. Tucson boasts a warm desert climate, 350 sunny days per year, and a wide variety of outdoor activities including hiking, biking, rock climbing, and spelunking. Outside the rainforest, Tucson is reported to have the largest number of bird species in the world. Tucson is one of the 57 UNESCO Cities of Gastronomy and has a vibrant music and art scene. The Department of Computer Science is also accepting applications for a Assistant or Associate Professor of Practice position under req27561. Applicants are encouraged to review the minimum qualifications before applying. Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here . Duties & Responsibilities Teach undergraduate computer science courses during the academic year. The typical teaching load is 4 courses per year. Manage graduate and undergraduate TA's who assist with courses. Serve on departmental committees as assigned. Minimum Qualifications M.S. or higher in Computer Science or a closely related discipline. Preferred Qualifications Teaching experience at the university level. Rank: To be Determined Tenure Information Career-Track (CT) FLSA: Exempt Full Time/Part Time: Full Time Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40 Job FTE: 1.0 Work Calendar: Academic Job Category: Faculty Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits Rate of Pay: DOE Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE) Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) Number of Vacancies: 1 Contact Information for Candidates lecturersearch@cs.arizona.edu . Open Until Filled: Yes Documents Needed to Apply: Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional Document Special Instructions to Applicant Please attach the following documents with your application: Curriculum Vitae In the "Cover Letter" slot, please attach your 'Statement of Teaching Philosophy'. In the "Additional Document" slot, upload a reference contact list of at least three professional references, one of which being from your current or most recent academic institution. Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures. Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu .