Research Assistant Professor in Computer Science Education & Artificial Intelligence in Education

Overview

The UTEP College of Education invites applications for one Research Assistant Professor (RAP) position in Computer Science (CS) Education Research and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Education. This full-time, non-tenure-track research faculty position with a three-year appointment is funded by the UT System Regents' Research Excellence Program. The position requires no teaching load, though opportunities to teach may be available depending on interests, opportunities, and funding.

El Paso, TX

• Develop a sustainable, externally funded research agenda in computer science education and/or AI in education
• Produce high-impact scholarly publications in peer-reviewed journals and top-tier national conferences
• Secure and contribute to external research and programmatic funding
• Collaborate with K-12 school districts, educators, and community partners
• Translate research findings into actionable insights that inform instructional practice, professional development, and educational policy
• Contribute to interdisciplinary research teams within the College of Education and across the university
• Provide research mentorship and support to graduate students, postdoctoral scholars, and affiliated project faculty and staff

• Earned doctorate (Ph.D. or equivalent) in Computer Science Education, Learning Sciences, Curriculum & Instruction, Educational Technology, or a closely related field by the time of appointment
• Demonstrated research expertise in computer science education and/or artificial intelligence in education
• Demonstrated expertise in programming operations/implementation for computer science education and/or artificial intelligence in education
• Evidence of strong peer-reviewed publications and potential for scholarly productivity
• Experience with qualitative, quantitative, and/or mixed-methods research designs
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with educators and community partners
• Experience with externally funded research or proposal development
• Demonstrated leadership in K-12 teacher professional development and professional learning communities

• A scholar with a strong publication record in computer science education, AI literacy, and culturally responsive pedagogy
• Expertise in K-12 CS or AI teacher professional development
• Active engagement in national CS education research communities
• Record of scholarship focused on equity, access, and broadening participation in computing
• Familiarity with STEM education in Hispanic-Serving Institutions or border-region contexts
• Experience conducting funded research in collaboration with school districts

In keeping with its access, excellence, and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.

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