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JOB PURPOSE:
Instructs and facilitates a meaningful and effective learning experience of the course competencies in the classroom and laboratory settings. Position is subject to all terms and provisions of the NTU faculty contract.
This position description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, and abilities. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required or assigned to this position. This position requires teaching experience.
JOB DUTIESRESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assists in developing a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
- Selects and prepares course outlines as well as instructional materials. Selects and orders course books and materials.
- Develops and maintains a classroom environment encouraging effective learning and student success.
- Preparing lesson plans which incorporate varied instructional techniques, multi-media, integration strategies designed to meet the educational, multi-social and emotional needs of the students.
- Instructs students in field of study.
- Takes, maintains, and submits attendance reports.
- Provides assistance to students regarding up to date information on degrees or certificates in their educational program.
- Maintains accurate files on each advisee, refers students when appropriate to sources of specialized services within the university.
- Sets up, plans, and supervises work of students, individually or in small groups.
- Designs tests and evaluates achievement of students.
- Takes all necessary and reasonable safety precautions to protect students, materials, equipment and facilities.
- Provides assessments regarding performance measures.
- Maintains a current and accurate inventory of all equipment, tools, and supplies.
- Evaluates student progress on a regular basis, including progress reports and grades.
- Provides feedback on work and assignments to students.
- Participates and provides opportunities for students in community service initiatives or projects.
- Provides accurate and timely reports as requested.
- Assists in program reviews and accreditation guidelines regarding student academic achievement and their success on outcomes.
- Participates in and develops efforts to recruit and retain students.
- Conducts research in field of study.
- Identifies grant opportunities. Prepares and submits proposals.
- May be advisor to student clubs.
- Holds regular office hours to assist students.
- Seeks and assists students in obtaining internships.
- Collaborates with colleagues to share experience and knowledge.
- Attends and participates in faculty meetings, career and technical education meetings, and other meetings and committees as required.
- Maintains confidentiality of all privileged information.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Supervises students during laboratory work.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
- M.S. or equivalent, in Computer Science (or a related field).
- Three years of teaching experience in field of study.
- Maintains educational competencies in area of instruction.
- Professional excellence, community service and/or publication.
- Valid and clean state driver's license.
- Must be able to pass background check, with NO prior convictions of any felonies and no history of child abuse and/or neglect.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
- Ph.D. in Computer Science or a related field.
- Five years of teaching experience in field of study.
- Maintains educational competencies in area of instruction.
- Professional excellence, community service and/or publication.
The Navajo Nation Preference in Employment Act applies to all hiring, promotions or transfers of individuals into this position.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:
- Knowledge of applicable federal, state, county and local laws, regulations, and requirements.
- Knowledge of field of study.
- Knowledge of instructional policies and procedures.
- Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
- Ability to organize and express ideas, directions, and data in a logical sequence to describe a process or explain procedures such as how to perform a task to students.
- Ability to present materials effectively to individual students or groups.
- Ability to manage interpersonal conflict situations requiring tact, diplomacy and discretion.
- Ability to work independently and meet strict timelines.
- Ability to oversee the work of students.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently sits, stand, walk, bend, stoop, and squat.
- Use hands for dexterity of motion, repetitive movement of both hands.
- Have excellent auditory, visual acuity, and verbal communications skills.
- The employee must occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Work is typically performed within an office, classroom, or laboratory.
- Situations occur where surgical masks, safety goggles, gloves and protective face shields may occur.
- Tight time constraints and multiple demands are common.
- Evening and/or weekend work may be required. Extended hours and irregular shifts may be required.
JOB PURPOSE:
Instructs and facilitates a meaningful and effective learning experience of the course competencies in the classroom and laboratory settings. Position is subject to all terms and provisions of the NTU faculty contract.
This position description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, and abilities. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required or assigned to this position. This position requires teaching experience.
JOB DUTIESRESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assists in developing a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
- Selects and prepares course outlines as well as instructional materials. Selects and orders course books and materials.
- Develops and maintains a classroom environment encouraging effective learning and student success.
- Preparing lesson plans which incorporate varied instructional techniques, multi-media, integration strategies designed to meet the educational, multi-social and emotional needs of the students.
- Instructs students in field of study.
- Takes, maintains, and submits attendance reports.
- Provides assistance to students regarding up to date information on degrees or certificates in their educational program.
- Maintains accurate files on each advisee, refers students when appropriate to sources of specialized services within the university.
- Sets up, plans, and supervises work of students, individually or in small groups.
- Designs tests and evaluates achievement of students.
- Takes all necessary and reasonable safety precautions to protect students, materials, equipment and facilities.
- Provides assessments regarding performance measures.
- Maintains a current and accurate inventory of all equipment, tools, and supplies.
- Evaluates student progress on a regular basis, including progress reports and grades.
- Provides feedback on work and assignments to students.
- Participates and provides opportunities for students in community service initiatives or projects.
- Provides accurate and timely reports as requested.
- Assists in program reviews and accreditation guidelines regarding student academic achievement and their success on outcomes.
- Participates in and develops efforts to recruit and retain students.
- Conducts research in field of study.
- Identifies grant opportunities. Prepares and submits proposals.
- May be advisor to student clubs.
- Holds regular office hours to assist students.
- Seeks and assists students in obtaining internships.
- Collaborates with colleagues to share experience and knowledge.
- Attends and participates in faculty meetings, career and technical education meetings, and other meetings and committees as required.
- Maintains confidentiality of all privileged information.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Supervises students during laboratory work.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
- M.S. or equivalent, in Computer Science (or a related field).
- Three years of teaching experience in field of study.
- Maintains educational competencies in area of instruction.
- Professional excellence, community service and/or publication.
- Valid and clean state driver's license.
- Must be able to pass background check, with NO prior convictions of any felonies and no history of child abuse and/or neglect.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
- Ph.D. in Computer Science or a related field.
- Five years of teaching experience in field of study.
- Maintains educational competencies in area of instruction.
- Professional excellence, community service and/or publication.
The Navajo Nation Preference in Employment Act applies to all hiring, promotions or transfers of individuals into this position.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:
- Knowledge of applicable federal, state, county and local laws, regulations, and requirements.
- Knowledge of field of study.
- Knowledge of instructional policies and procedures.
- Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
- Ability to organize and express ideas, directions, and data in a logical sequence to describe a process or explain procedures such as how to perform a task to students.
- Ability to present materials effectively to individual students or groups.
- Ability to manage interpersonal conflict situations requiring tact, diplomacy and discretion.
- Ability to work independently and meet strict timelines.
- Ability to oversee the work of students.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently sits, stand, walk, bend, stoop, and squat.
- Use hands for dexterity of motion, repetitive movement of both hands.
- Have excellent auditory, visual acuity, and verbal communications skills.
- The employee must occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Work is typically performed within an office, classroom, or laboratory.
- Situations occur where surgical masks, safety goggles, gloves and protective face shields may occur.
- Tight time constraints and multiple demands are common.
- Evening and/or weekend work may be required. Extended hours and irregular shifts may be required.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant professor of computer science jobs.
- PhD in computer science or a closely related field required or expected by start date
- Active research agenda with peer-reviewed publications in top venues
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness at the undergraduate or graduate level
- Experience mentoring or supervising graduate and undergraduate research students
- Ability to develop and teach courses across the core CS curriculum
- Grant writing experience or demonstrated potential to secure external funding
Tips for Your Assistant Professor of Computer Science Job Search
Tailor your research statement to each department
Departments weigh your research agenda heavily, so rewrite your statement for each application to mirror the department's active research clusters. A systems-heavy department wants to see systems work front and center, not buried under a broad list of interests.
List teaching experience beyond the classroom
Curriculum development, mentoring undergrad researchers, and workshop facilitation all count as teaching experience on your CV. Hiring committees at teaching-focused colleges especially value documented evidence that you can build a course from scratch.
Apply early to roles that fit
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Target departments by research fit not prestige
Read the last five years of publications from faculty in your subfield at each target department. If your work cites or responds to theirs, name those faculty in your cover letter. Committees notice when candidates have done genuine intellectual homework on the department.
Prepare a job talk for a mixed technical audience
Your job talk will include faculty from adjacent subfields, not just specialists. Open with a problem statement a non-expert can follow, then go deep. Committees often decide during the talk whether a candidate can communicate across disciplinary lines.
Negotiate startup funds and course release before accepting
Salary is usually the least flexible part of an academic offer. Startup funds for equipment or grad student fellowships and a reduced teaching load in your first year are far more negotiable and directly affect your ability to publish and earn tenure.
Assistant Professor of Computer Science Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most assistant professor of computer sciences?
The companies hiring the most assistant professor of computer sciences right now include Cedarville University, New York University, and University of Alabama, with the largest share of openings in New York, Texas, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Openings at research universities tend to be concentrated in the fall academic hiring cycle.
How many assistant professor of computer science jobs are remote?
About 9% of assistant professor of computer science openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the in-person nature of most faculty roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer any remote flexibility are online program faculty positions and adjunct or visiting lecturer roles tied to distance-learning programs.
How do you become an assistant professor of computer science?
You typically earn a PhD in computer science or a closely related field, build a publication record in peer-reviewed venues, and gain teaching experience through courses or workshops. After completing your doctorate, you apply during the annual academic job cycle, submit a full application packet including a research statement and teaching statement, and interview through campus visits before receiving an offer.
Can you get an assistant professor of computer science role with little or no experience?
Most tenure-track positions require a completed PhD and at least some published research, but teaching-focused or visiting assistant professor roles are often open to candidates still finishing their dissertation. Demonstrating strong teaching evaluations, a clear research plan, and a willingness to contribute to advising and service can offset a shorter publication list when applying to smaller or teaching-primary institutions.
What does the assistant professor of computer science interview process look like?
The process typically starts with an application review, followed by a short phone or video screening interview with a faculty search committee. Finalists are invited for a campus visit that includes a job talk open to the department, individual meetings with faculty and department leadership, a teaching demonstration in some cases, and a final meeting with a dean or provost before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to assistant professor of computer science jobs?
You can find and apply to assistant professor of computer science jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from universities and colleges across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your research area and teaching interests, then apply directly to each position that fits.
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