Department
School of Computing, ChairCompensation
Negotiable
General Description/Primary Purpose:
The School of Computing is seeking a 9-month, tenure- earning, Assistant Professor, in the School of Computing. Position responsibilities include teaching two courses per semester in fall and spring, research, and service. Applicants with research interests in all areas of computing are encouraged to apply.
Supervisor: This position reports to the Director of the School of Computing.
Working Hours: Varies
Supervision Exercised: This is not a supervisory role.
Required Licensure: N/A
Required Qualifications:
- Awarded a Ph.D. degree (or will have been awarded a Ph.D. degree) in the field of computing from an accredited institution by the employment start date.
Preferred Qualifications / Skills:
- Demonstrated potential to be actively involved in service activities, including participation in governance in accordance with the vision and mission of the School, College and University
- Demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching and in research
Anticipated Start Date: The position is expected to begin on August 2, 2027.
Additional Application Materials Required:
Applicants should be prepared to provide the following required documents:
• Current curriculum vitae
• Cover letter
Name, phone number, and email address of three professional references will be requested during the application review stage.
The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials by the date of hire.
Additional Requirements:
Applicants may be required to upload additional documents based on their responses to the Foreign Influence Review questions.
· Passport (all pages including blank pages) and
· Form DS-160 (if ever submitted. If not, upload an explanation)
Job Posting Close Date: Open until filled.
How to Apply:
Applicants must complete an online application and submit the documents required by the application. Please list contact information for three professional references. If you have any questions about this position, please contact Dr. Indika Kahanda at (904) 620-1326, or by e-mail at [email protected].
Application Review Date: Initial review of applications will begin on August 31, 2026.
Statement(s) of Understanding
This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.
The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator
Pursuant to Florida Statute 1010.35, this position requires additional information from all applicants seeking research or research-related positions prior to an interview or offer of employment. Applicants MUST fully complete the Foreign Influence Review section of their application. Additional documents (e.g., passport) may be required based on form responses.
Equal Opportunity
The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.
Carnegie
UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. This designation celebrates the University’s collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level. It reflects UNF’s mission to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens.
Skills Required
- Ph.D. degree in computing from an accredited institution by the employment start date
- Potential for active participation in service activities and institutional governance
- Potential for excellence in teaching
- Potential for excellence in research
What We Do
The University of North Florida (UNF) is a public research university in Jacksonville, Florida, offering undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs across arts and sciences, business, education, health, computing, engineering and construction. It combines transformational teaching with relevant research and community engagement, preparing students for careers and lifelong success while supporting regional economic prosperity. UNF also partners with industries and communities to address local and broader challenges.
