Assistant / Associate Professor of Instruction - Computer Science

Position Title :

Assistant / Associate Professor of Instruction - Computer Science

Job Posting Number : 2026064NTL

Job Location : San Marcos

College / Division :

College of Science and Engineering

Department / School :

Computer Science

Position Description :

The Department of Computer Science invites applications for faculty positions at the rank of Assistant and / or Associate Professor of Instruction, starting in Fall 2026. We are seeking candidates to teach a variety of courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The position is a nine-month non-tenure-line faculty appointment. Opportunities exist to augment the academic year salary by assisting with summer instruction.

Successful candidates are expected to do the following :

• Teach 4 sections of 2 to 3 undergraduate / graduate courses per semester.
• Participate in institutional and professional service.
• Exhibit a collaborative attitude that feeds into the culture of cooperation and teamwork in the Computer Science Department. This non-tenure-line faculty position is primarily for teaching. Candidates are not expected to engage in research, external funding, or publications.

The department offers the following degree programs : Bachelor of Science (BS) in computer science, Bachelor of Arts in computer science, Master of Science in computer science, Master of Arts in computer science, Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence and Doctor of Philosophy in computer science. The BS degree is ABET accredited. The department enjoys a friendly atmosphere and is dedicated to the success of its junior faculty, providing support through formal mentoring, reduced service loads, collaboration and collegiality, and opportunities to participate in university-wide professional development programs.

This position is subject to the availability of funds.

Required Qualifications :

For All Ranks :

In addition, for the Associate Professor of Instruction rank :

Preferred Qualifications :

Application Procedures :

Online submission of all application materials is required through the university’s application portal : https : / / jobs.hr.txstate.edu / postings / 54558

To assure full consideration, please submit the following by March 31, 2026 :

Candidates selected for interviews will be required to provide official transcripts from all degree-granting universities.

Please visit Computer Science Faculty Opportunities for additional information and to apply.

Type of Position : Full-Time

Proposed Start Date :

Fall 2026

Posting Date : 11 / 11 / 2025

Review Date : 03 / 31 / 2026

Open Until Filled? : Yes

Legal Notices :

Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

This position may conduct research on critical infrastructure depending on the research focus of a hire. Consistent with the requirements of the State of Texas, individuals conducting research on critical infrastructure will be subject to pre-employment, and then subsequent routine background checks / cybersecurity screenings. Employment will at all times be contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings in accordance with State and University requirements.

Reasonable Accommodation :

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Record Checks and Verifications :

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Eligibility for Employment :

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.

Why Work at Texas State? :

Texas State University is home to more than 38,000 students and 2,000 faculty members in the growing Austin-San Antonio corridor. A member of the Doctoral Universities : Higher Research Activity Carnegie classification, the university creates new knowledge, fosters cultural and economic development, and prepares its growing student population for the endless possibilities that await them as citizens of Texas, the nation, and the world.

Bolstered by research with relevance and innovation in creative and scholarly work in a full range of academic disciplines, Texas State seeks outstanding candidates for a variety of faculty positions.

Quick Link :

https : / / jobs.hr.txstate.edu / postings / 54558