Clinical Assistant Professor of Comp. Sci

Position: Clinical Assistant Professor of Comp. Sci.
JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:

Clinical Assistant Professor

Department:
Computing Science

Position Reports to (Position Title):
Dean of College

Effective Date: 8/03/2026

Position Class (Exempt or Non-Exempt):
Exempt

Position Type (Full Time or Part Time):
Full-time Non-Tenure Track

Is this a Primary or Additional Position:
Primary

Job Summary

Full-time faculty members at Jacksonville University are expected to teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses, engage in scholarship and professional development, and contribute to university and community service. This is a nine-month contract position.

The Department of Computing Science at Jacksonville University invites applications for a Non
- Tenure Track Assistant Professor to support our undergraduate Computing Science programs. This role emphasizes hands-on, project-based instruction aligned with our mission to prepare students to design, integrate, and deploy innovative computing solutions, including AI-driven systems, while fostering system-level thinking, problem solving, and ethical technology practices.

The successful candidate should have the expertise to teach undergraduate courses such as:

* Foundations of Computer Science

* Artificial Intelligence (AI)

* AI Engineering

* Python Programming

* Data Mining

* Data-Driven Application Development

* Data Structures and Algorithms

Supervisory Responsibilities

N/A

Duties/Responsibilities

* Teach undergraduate courses with 24 credit hours teaching load during academic year.

* Design and implement project-based and hands-on learning experiences that reflect current industry and research practices.

* Integrate AI, emerging technologies, and responsible computing practices into coursework.

* Mentor and advise students on academic and career development in computing and AI-related fields.

* Collaborate with faculty on curriculum development, interdisciplinary projects, and departmental initiatives.

* Participate in assessment, program evaluation, and continuous improvement of the computing science curriculum.

* May engage in research/scholarship

* May supervise student research projects

* May supervise student internships

* Participate in university service at the department, school, college, or university level

* Participate in community service (optional)

Required Skills/Abilities

* The ability to teach a broad range of lower-level and upper-level Computing Science courses

* The ability to incorporate technology into classroom teaching and to teach online and hybrid classes

* The ability to work with diverse students and small class sizes

* Participation in departmental, school, college, or university service

* The ability to work in a collaborative and cooperative manner

* Demonstrated experience teaching undergraduate courses in computer science and AI.

* Strong software engineering skills, particularly in Python, and familiarity with data-driven application development, AI/ML frameworks, and software engineering practices.

* Commitment to hands-on, project-based learning and mentoring diverse student populations.

* Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.

Education and Experience

* Terminal Degree (Preferred) or Master Degree. in Computer Science, Computing Science, Artificial Intelligence, Information Systems, or a closely related field.

Physical Requirements

* Manual dexterity to efficiently operate a computer keyboard and other business machines

* Adequate hearing to communicate effectively in person and virtually.
• Near vision sufficient to read written communications and computer display screens

* Stamina to teach up to 24 hours weekly.

Important Note

This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required for this position. The University reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs.

To Apply

Please submit a JU application, Resume, Cover Letter, and List of References.