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Instructor, Lecturer, or Associate Lecturer, Department of Computer Science

  • R108821
  • Main Campus, Orlando, Florida
  • Computer Science - Academic Instruction

The Opportunity  

The Department of Computer Science at the University of Central Florida (UCF) invites applicants for multiple 9-month, full-time, non-tenure earning instructor, lecturer, or associate lecturer positions with an anticipated start date of December 23, 2024. The selected candidates will teach Computer Science and Information Technology courses. This will be a full-time academic load, which consists of 7 courses per academic year. The courses may include various topics in our undergraduate Computer Science and Information Technology programs. We are especially interested in applicants capable of teaching in some of the following areas: cybersecurity, networking, digital forensics, data science and mobile programming, data management technologies, discrete mathematics, computer science theory, algorithms, and programming at all levels. Other responsibilities include holding office hours, conducting required academic performance assessments, and development of instructional content for course enhancement. A supplemental summer appointment may be offered.  

Minimum Qualifications:

An earned master’s degree (for instructor) or doctorate (for lecturer) in Computer Science or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution by the start of the appointment.  

For an associate lecturer, a doctorate in Computer Science or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution and five years of experience as associate lecturer or equivalent at a four-year institution are required. 

Preferred Qualifications:

College-level teaching experience is highly preferred for all ranks. 

Additional Application Materials Required:

UCF requires all applications and supporting documents be submitted electronically through the Human Resources employment opportunities website, https://www.ucf.edu/jobs/.  In addition to the online application, candidates should upload a cover letter, a current curriculum vitae, and a list with contact information for three (3) professional references.

NOTE: Please have all documents ready when applying so they can be simultaneously uploaded. Once the online submission process is finalized, the system does not allow applicants to submit additional documents later.

Screening of applications will begin on September 2, 2024, and will continue until the positions are filled.   

Questions regarding this search should be directed to: Mark Heinrich, Associate Chair and Associate Professor, at heinrich@ucf.edu. 

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

N/A

Job Close Date:

Open until filled.

Note to applicants: Please keep in mind that a job posted as ‘Open until filled’ may close at any time without notice. As such, we encourage you to submit your application and all required documentation as quickly as possible to ensure consideration for the posted position.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you’ll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you’ll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers:

  • Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program. 
  • Paid time off, including annual (12-month faculty) and sick time off and paid holidays.
  • Retirement savings options. 
  • Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions. 
  • Education assistance.
  • Flexible work environment. 
  • And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide click here.

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Additional Requirements related to Research Positions:

Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions, UCF is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of education, employment, or training in China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela.

The additional screening requirements only apply to research-related positions, including, but not limited to faculty, graduate positions, individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds, post-doctoral positions, undergraduate positions, visiting assistant professors, and visiting research associates.

Department

College of Engineering and Computer Science (CECS) - Computer Science

Work Schedule

Varies

Type of Appointment

Regular

Expected Salary

Negotiable

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets.  Click on UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement to view the President’s Statement.

The UCF affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office of Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request.

As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request. 

The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.

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