Instructional Assistant Professor - Computer Science

Department : Computer Science Salary : Commensurate with experience Description : The Department of Computer Science at the University of Houston ( www.cs.uh.edu ) invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Instructional Assistant Professor. The anticipated start date is September 1, 2027.

The successful candidate will primarily teach undergraduate courses spanning foundational and emerging areas of computer science including programming, data structures, algorithms, computer organization and artificial intelligence.

Responsibilities

will include coordination of large multi-section courses. The candidate will also contribute to curricular and instructional innovation, undergraduate advising and mentoring, undergraduate research and outreach activities, and departmental service.Instructional faculty at the University of Houston hold appointments with a defined promotion path to Instructional Associate Professor and Instructional Professor.

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in computer science or a closely related field by September 1, 2027, and demonstrate a strong record of, or clear potential for, excellence in teaching computer science at the university level. Experience teaching large-enrollment courses, developing course materials, or using evidence-based teaching practices is desirable.

Located in Houston, the fourth largest city in the United States, UH is a Carnegie Tier One public research university located on a park-like campus a few minutes from the Houston city center. The university has embarked on an exciting period of research growth, a rising reputation, and committed leadership. The Department of Computer Science is home to a dynamic and interdisciplinary group of 30+ full-time faculty members and over 2000 students across its BS, MS, and PhD programs.

The department has a strong emphasis on research in fundamental and applied computer science including AI, machine learning, computer vision, graphics and visualization, robotics, systems, distributed algorithms, and scientific and biomedical computing. Houston is a large city, with world-class theaters, museums, restaurants, and thrilling sports teams.

It offers affordable housing and enjoys a low cost of living. The university is close to the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical center in the world, offering rich opportunities for collaboration, as well as a large industrial base and NASA. Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching effectiveness (such as course evaluations or peer observations), and the names and contact information of at least three references.

Review of applications will begin Nov 1, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact the search committee chair, Dr. Jaspal Subhlok, at jaspal@uh.edu . Employees are expected to have a home address in the state of Texas for the duration of their appointments. Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment and will be requested upon selection of the final candidates.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check. Individuals conducting research in critical infrastructure areas (i.e., communication infrastructure systems, cybersecurity systems, electric grid, hazardous waste treatment systems, and/or water treatment facilities) are subject to regular review to ensure the security and integrity of the research is maintained.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.