Instructor - Computer Science - Texas Tech University

Major/Essential Functions

The Department of Computer Science at Texas Tech University (TTU) invites applications for multiple instructor positions. This is a one-semester, renewable appointment. Renewal is contingent on departmental needs and successful performance appraisals. Summer appointments are possible, but not guaranteed, contingent on demand for courses and availability of funding. Instructors contribute to the university's mission through teaching in an area of expertise, mentoring students in professional and career preparation and serving as liaison with professional contacts and entities on behalf of the department or program.

Contributes to the university's mission through teaching in an area of expertise, mentoring students in professional and career preparation and serving as liaison with professional contacts and entities on behalf of the department or program.

The following is a listing of the expectations for the instructor position:

• Develop curriculum
• Teach courses assigned
• Provide office hours
• Course assessments for accreditation purposes (e.g. SACSCOC, ABET, etc.) and continuous improvement
• Create assignments and exams and appropriate solution keys
• Answer queries related to the course

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Basis

Monthly

Schedule Details

8-5

Work Location

Lubbock

Preferred Qualifications

In addition to the required qualifications, individuals with the following preferred qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply:

1. Applicants with a Ph.D. degree in Computer Science or related fields
2. Applicants with teaching or industry experience

Department

Computer Science

Required Attachments

Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type

Part Time

Job Group

Instructors

Shift

Day

Required Qualifications

1. Applicants must have a Master’s or Ph.D. degree in Computer Science or related fields by the time of appointment
2. Applicants must be able to teach undergraduate and graduate core and elective courses in Computer Science

Salary Grade

800

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

About the Department and/or College

The Department of Computer Science offers four degree programs, including Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Master of Science in Computer Science, Master of Science in Software & Security Engineering, and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Computer Science. As of Fall 2023, the department has 347 undergraduate major students and 731 graduate students, including 660 Masters and 71 PhD students. The department currently has 22 faculty members including 17 tenured or tenure-track faculty and 5 teaching faculty members. For more information, please visit http://www.cs.ttu.edu/.

The College of Engineering was founded in 1925 as one of the original academic areas when Texas Tech opened in 1923. The Edward E. Whitacre Jr. College of Engineering offers nine engineering bachelor’s programs and one master’s level program accredited by the EAC of ABET, and one computer science program accredited by CAC of ABET. The college offers 12 additional master's, and 8 doctoral degree programs. The college has 4679 undergraduate and 1550 graduate students and 158 full-time faculty members. Total restricted research expenditures in 2022 fiscal year were $17.9M. The college awarded 875 BS, 446 MS and 59 PhD degrees in the 2022-23 academic year. For more information, please visit https://www.depts.ttu.edu /coe/.

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.

About Lubbock

Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

To Apply for this Position

Please include the following documents in your application:

1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2. List of two or more references

Questions about this position should be directed to Search Committee Chair, at cs.teachingsearch@ttu.edu.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.