Clinical Assistant Professors

Position Summary

The School of Computing at the University of Georgia invites applications for two clinical assistant professor positions starting August 2025. These are full-time 9-month non-tenure-track positions. The positions will involve teaching with other parts being a combination of corporate outreach, and/or program coordination, and/or research (with emphasis on applied and/or pedagogy related scholarship).

Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply, please provide:

1) Cover letter, addressing interest and qualifications for this position. The cover letter should also describe candidate’s professional experience and how the candidate can contribute to student career preparation using this background.
2) Curriculum vitae.
3) Statement of teaching philosophy.
4) An optional statement of research interests and plans.
5) Provide names and emails for three references as part of the application.

All applications received by February 7th will receive full consideration. Letters of recommendation will be requested later in the search process. For questions, contact search committee chair. Dr. Liming Cai (liming@uga.edu).

Posting Details

Posting Number

F2268P

Working Title

Clinical Assistant Professors

Department

Franklin-School of Computing

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https://www.uga.edu/ ). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

The School of Computing (SoC) is a growing and congenial school of 45 faculty within the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences and the College of Engineering. The SoC has nearly 2000 undergraduate students, and 260 graduate students, and offers the B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in Computer Science, B.S. and MS degrees in Data Science, and an M.S. degree in Cybersecurity and Privacy. School also contributes to a number of other programs, like undergraduate programs in Cognitive Science and Computer Systems Engineering and M.S. and Ph.D. programs in Artificial Intelligence. Our faculty cover a broad range of interests, including Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence (broadly defined to also include computer vision and robotics), Bioinformatics, Human Computer Interaction, Computer Security and Privacy, Computational Science, and Computer Systems (including parallel, distributed, embedded, real-time, and high-performance computing). Please see https://computing.uga.edu/ for more information about the SoC and the university.

The University of Georgia ( UGA ) is a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities. The SoC and the University of Georgia are committed to sustaining a work and learning environment that is inclusive.

College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Underutilization

Advertised Salary

Anticipated Start Date

08/01/2025

Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)

Job Posting Date

01/07/2025

Job Closing Date

Open until filled

Yes

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .

Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title

Clinical Assistant Professor

FLSA

Faculty Rank

Clinical Assistant Professor

Contract Type

Academic (9 mo.)

Tenure Status

Non-Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants should hold a PhD degree in Computer Science or a closely related field.

Additional Requirements

A candidate with an MS degree will be considered but must document a minimum of six years of professional experience and must be approved for a terminal degree exception before hire.

The candidate should have a minimum of 2 years of professional experience in the field that enables them to support student career preparation through connections with corporate partners/internships and/or career-development curricula.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Background in Human Computer Interaction ( HCI ), Gaming, or a closely related field like application development is preferred. The candidate should also show a commitment to excellence in teaching.

Physical Demands

Is this a Position of Trust?

No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

No

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website .

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .

Duties/Responsibilities

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Teaching Portfolio/Philosophy

Optional Documents

1. Research Portfolio/Philosophy