Teaching Assistant Professor

Computer Science - 318400

09/10/2024

Yes

Permanent Faculty

Teaching Assistant Professor

Fixed Term Faculty

FAC
0005224

Full-Time Permanent

40

1

North Carolina, US

07/01/2025

The Department of Computer Science at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill invites applications for the position of Teaching Assistant Professor. We seek applications from individuals with exceptional promise for, or a proven record of, teaching computer science topics in a diverse undergraduate university environment using evidence-based pedagogical practices. This position is responsible for teaching foundational courses aligned with the instructor’s expertise and passion with possibilities including introduction to programming (CS1), data structures, object-oriented programming with design patterns, systems programming fundamentals, computer architecture, discrete mathematics, theory of computation, and analysis of algorithms.

The position also has opportunities to teach upper-division major courses, such as compilers, first-year seminars, Honors Carolina courses, and lead summer study abroad programs depending on the interests of the candidate. Ideal candidates will employ innovative, evidence-based pedagogical methods and instructional technologies to effectively teach large classes and play a significant role in the shaping of our undergraduate curricula. Candidates should be driven to engage and serve a diverse population of students to participate and foster student success in their courses.

The position will include training, supervising, and evaluating graduate teaching assistants and undergraduate learning assistants. The position is a state-appropriated, permanent faculty line with an initial term of three years, to be renewed for up to five year intervals, and has a promotion path to Teaching Associate Professor and Teaching Professor.

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

As the largest unit on campus, the College of Arts and Sciences is the academic heart of the Carolina experience. The College consists of 43 academic departments and curricula and numerous programs, centers and institutes. It is home to more than 18,000 undergraduate students, including all of the University’s first-year and second-year students. About 2,300 graduate students study and teach in the College.

The Department of Computer Science at UNC Chapel Hill is dedicated to excellence in undergraduate education with nine teaching track faculty, over 30 tenured/tenure track faculty, and eight research faculty, who serve more than one thousand undergraduate majors. Computer Science is the third largest undergraduate major at UNC-Chapel Hill, with both Bachelors of Science and Bachelors of Arts degree programs.

Our department is housed in the College of Arts and Sciences which makes for a diverse student population with varied cross-disciplinary interests. Teaching faculty are valued members of…