Teaching Assistant, Computer Science

Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar invites applications for a teaching assistant position. This position is designed for candidates who are interested in enhancing their teaching portfolio, along with their research portfolio, to be better prepared for future academic positions. The positions expect candidates to start working in August 2026.

Responsibilities include supporting three to four undergraduate courses per year, holding recitations/office hours, working closely with students, and supporting our general educational mission.

We are particularly interested in candidates in the areas of Computer Systems and/or Software Engineering. Outstanding candidates in other areas are also encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Have completed a bachelor's degree in computer science or related fields by the time of being hired.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Application instructions

Application reviews will begin immediately and will be accepted until the position is filled.

• Since the position requires programming experience, your CV must include a link to your GitHub profile or to a representative code repository.
• Statement of interest
  • To help us distinguish genuine applications from automated submissions, please make the first sentence of your Statement of Interest exactly: "I read the job ad on Interfolio and am specifically interested in the TA position at CMU-Q."

About CMU in Qatar

CMU in Qatar (CMUQ) operates in concert with several other American and European branch campuses under the umbrella of Qatar Foundation's Education City (https://www.qf.org.qa/education/education-city). The branch campus closely follows the admissions requirements and English language curriculum of the home campus in Pittsburgh, USA which awards all degrees. The several thousand students in the Education City are a broad mix of nationalities, but primarily from the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia. CMUQ's faculty is a mix of professionals hired specifically for this campus and seconded by faculty from the main campus. CMUQ's primary focus is undergraduate education in Business Administration, Biological Sciences, Computer Science, and Information Systems.

Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits.

Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits, take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays, and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance.

Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and much more!

For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available, explore our Benefits page.