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Assistant Professor in Computer Science – Tenure-track
Hiring Department
The University of Texas Permian Basin Department of Computer Science invites applications for the position of tenure-track assistant professor with specialization in game development, augmented & virtual reality, and/or Artificial Intelligence. The starting date for this position is August 2024.
Salary Range
$70,000.00 depending on qualifications
Essential Functions
We seek individuals with a passion for teaching and a desire to engage students in the classroom and supervise and mentor students on research and industry projects. We blend traditional subject matter mastery with problem-solving, industry-based applications, and laboratory experiences. These opportunities enhance student learning to prepare them for the workplace and a career of lifelong learning. The individual is expected to contribute to the development and growth of the Computer Science program. In addition, the applicant is expected to develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses, seek external funding, establish an appropriate research program that leads to peer-reviewed publications, and provide service to the program, university, community, and profession. The College of Arts & Sciences has excellent experimental facilities and computational resources. Collaboration with entities within and outside Computer Science is highly encouraged. Considerable institutional resources are available to support the successful applicant's research program.
Official duties and responsibilities of faculty members include teaching, research, and service activities as assigned.
Faculty are expected to excel as teachers at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Mode of instruction may include in-person, hybrid, online, and/or any combination thereof.
Teach nine (9) credit hours per semester.
Introduce and update courses in the applicant's respective area of expertise, including computer laboratories.
Assist in collecting, evaluating and reporting assessment data.
Supervising and mentoring undergraduate and graduate projects and research students.
Develop and sustain a robust externally funded research program and publish in peer reviewed publications.
Contribute to an environment that nurtures collaboration among researchers across the department, college, and university.
Serve as an active member of the community and participate in relevant professional and technical society activities.
Provide leadership and service for the department, college, and university.
Required Qualifications
1. An earned doctorate in Computer Science or a closely related field at the time of appointment.
2. Research in one or more of the following areas: CyberSecurity, Data Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Artificial Intelligence.
3. Ability to teach courses in the following areas: Introduction to Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
4. Assistant Professor Position: A strong publication record and the potential to succeed in securing research funding and mentoring students.
Preferred Qualifications
1. Post-doctoral research experience.
2. Demonstrated success or history of effort to obtain external funding for research.
3. A history of working with teams, especially those spanning multiple disciplines.
4. A history of supervising and mentoring undergraduate and/or graduate students.
5. Record of successful teaching at the college level.
6. Past work experience in national lab and/or industry.
Additional Information
From The Department
The UT Permian Basin is part of the prestigious University of Texas System, which includes 13 institutions throughout the state. UT Permian Basin is a comprehensive regional university in Odessa and Midland, TX. The institution is a Hispanic and Minority Serving Institution. UTPB offers bachelor's degrees in 38 majors and 25 master's degrees across five academic colleges.
The total enrollment is 5,713 students. UTPB is a Carnegie Classification Master's Colleges and Universities: Larger Programs. The Department of Computer Science is located in the Science & Technology building, offering both face-to-face and online courses, delivering the BS and MS degree programs in Computer Science.
Required Application Materials
1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
3. Current research interests and goals (Max 2 pages)
4. Teaching philosophy and experience (Max 1 page)
5. Peer-reviewed journal publications: Maximum of 2 for Assistant Professor, 4 for
Associate Professor, or 6 for Professor (combine into one file).
6. List of three (3) references with contact information
Conditions of Employment
1. The job description is not a complete list of all responsibilities and duties performed by employees. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor.
2. Employment is subject to an introductory period to monitor employee performance.
3. Once hired, the prospective employee must present documentation within three (3) days of the hire date to establish their identity and employment eligibility as required by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire. UTPB participates in e-Verify.
4. Employees must be able and willing to travel and perform duties away from campus as necessary and must be able to operate a licensed motor vehicle, have access to a dependable motor vehicle, and possess a valid state driver's license. Must have and maintain a satisfactory driver's record.
5. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
6. UT Permian Basin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Schedule
Generally, the normal work hours for the university are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 – 5:30 pm; Friday, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm with a one-hour lunch. The individual holding this position may need to be available early morning, evening, and on weekends to meet the needs of the department. Hours worked may differ with some departments.
Standard Working Conditions
1. Able to lift various materials up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis.
2. Able to bend, crouch, and reach continuously.
3. Physically able remain seated, frequently to continuously.
4. Able to remain standing up to 15% of the time.
5. Possesses dexterity abilities required to perform job duties including extensive keyboard work, operating office equipment, performing filing, and other job-related responsibilities that include extensive wrist and hand movement.
6. Standard working conditions may differ depending on department and occupation.
University Benefits
1. UT Permian Basin offers an excellent compensation package including heath, retirement, & fringe benefits for eligible employees.
2. Coverage includes medical, prescriptions, life insurance, AD&D, and matching retirement provided by UTPB.
3. You may also be eligible to add dental, vision, family coverage, & flex-spending accounts, additional retirement, and a few other coverages as options too.
4. Fringe benefits include tuition reimbursement (after one year of service), wellness breaks, employee assistant program (EAP), and meal deals, among other perks and discounts!
5. Our benefits package, along with an ample leave policy, make for a great total compensation package.
About the University
The University of Texas Permian Basin is located in Odessa, Texas. It was authorized by the Texas Legislature in 1969 and founded in 1973. The Permian Basin is one of the fastest-growing, culturally vibrant, economically invigorated regions of the country – full of industry, culture, and wide-open spaces. At the academic heart of this area sits The University of Texas Permian Basin – which every year, delivers smart, savvy leaders across the U.S.
As a regional, comprehensive institution, The University of Texas Permian Basin serves a diverse community of students from the region, the state, and beyond. Through excellence in student-centered teaching, learning, research, and public service, the University cultivates engaged citizens and impacts lives while advancing the technology and public interests of West Texas.
Our vision is that the University of Texas Permian Basin will be an innovative, responsive university that thinks large and lives local. We will lead in advancing education, research, economic competitiveness, and cultural enrichment.
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About University of Texas Permian Basin
The University of Texas Permian Basin is located in Odessa, Texas. It was authorized by the Texas Legislature in 1969 and founded in 1973. The Permian Basin is one of the fastest-growing, culturally vibrant, economically invigorated regions of the country – full of industry, culture, and wide-open spaces. At the academic heart of this area sits The University of Texas Permian Basin – which every year, delivers smart, savvy leaders across the U.S.
As a regional, comprehensive institution, The University of Texas Permian Basin serves a diverse community of students from the region, the state, and beyond. Through excellence in student-centered teaching, learning, research, and public service, the University cultivates engaged citizens and impacts lives while advancing the technology and public interests of West Texas.
Our vision is that the University of Texas Permian Basin will be an innovative, responsive university that thinks large and lives local. We will lead in advancing education, research, economic competitiveness, and cultural enrichment.
Visit our social media sites below for more information.
LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube
Thank you for your consideration in today’s job market. We look forward to connecting with you more in the future.
Where the old west meets the new century
There’s no place quite like the Permian Basin—a wild, untouched beauty dotted with pockets of modern development. Rugged meets West Texas chic.
We love our endless blue skies, but we know that West Texas is so much more than a picture-perfect sunset. The Permian Basin is home to kind, hard-working, optimistic people who have never met a stranger.
If you’re looking to create your own future, this is where you belong.
About the Basin
A “basin” is a simple geological term for a dip or depression in the earth’s surface—usually caused by erosion aboveground and earthquakes deep underneath.
Stretching from eastern New Mexico and covering most of West Texas (Lubbock to the north, the Rio Grande Valley to the south), the Permian Basin is actually a collection of smaller basins. But in all, the Permian Basin covers 75,000 square miles—making it one of the larger basins in North America.
But that’s geology. From the layperson’s perspective, the Permian Basin is actually a stunning stretch of American land with a unique beauty all its own. You feel like you can actually see the earth meet the sky in the distance.
The Permian Basin has something for everyone.
Odessa & Midland: Urban Country
For generations, people from around the world have made their way to West Texas seeking freedom, adventure, and fortune in the oil fields. The cities they built have grown upward and outward, creating modern urban centers dotted across the Permian Basin—including the two that UTPB calls home.
Home of UT Permian Basin’s main campus, Odessa is one of the largest cities in West Texas. A diverse city with a rich history dating back to the 1880s, Odessa has undergone major transformations over the last two decades. Not long ago, Forbes Magazine ranked Odessa as one of the fastest-growing small cities in the United States.
And just 15 minutes down I-20 sits Midland. UTPB’s Midland campus houses our music and engineering schools and the Center for Energy and Economic Diversification. As the home to former President George H. W. Bush and major global corporations—like Chevron and Concho—Odessa offers a depth of prestige and opportunity that few cities like it can match.
Every day, the culture of these special cities grows deeper.
Sitting Atop the Future of Energy
At the beginning of the 21st century, the Permian Basin—which had once been the source of vast oil supplies—seemed to be fading in importance.
But new technologies revealed just the opposite: There was more petroleum trapped in the ground beneath the Permian Basin than anyone could’ve guessed. Thanks to advancements in energy exploration, the Permian Basin was quickly named the largest oil reserve on the planet. Our backyard is expected to fuel the American and global economies for at least the next two decades.
With this discovery, our neck of the woods has seen an explosion in economic activity. Because, as more and more energy is sourced, other industries have appeared alongside it—including business and finance, healthcare, education, construction, digital technology, transportation, and public sector jobs.
In other words, the latest “oil boom” has spurred a larger “economic boom” that is already paying major dividends to the students and professionals who are seizing this once-in-a-generation opportunity.
The Academic Heart of West Texas
We aren’t bragging when we call UT Permian Basin the “academic heart of West Texas.” But we sure are proud of the work we get to do every day.
Because every day, we get to help some of the world’s finest students tap into their passions and plan their lucrative careers. We get to deliver a modern education at an affordable cost. And we get to innovative ways to deliver the most complete, diverse, and downright fun college experience anywhere.
We hope you’ll join us.
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