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Posting Number F00821P Position Title Open Tenure / Tenure Track Department Computer Science and Engineer Location Arlington Job Family Faculty Position Status Full-time Rank Open-T/TT Work Hours Standard Open to External and Internal FLSA Exempt Duration Funding expected to continue Pay Basis Monthly Benefits Eligible Yes Job Summary

The Computer Science Department in the College of Engineering, at the University of Texas at Arlington, invites applications for two Open Rank –TT of assistant / associate/ full professor.

In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is considered on an exception-only basis and is not routinely available.

Benefits at UTA

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.

To Help You Understand The Full Value Of These Benefits, We Have Created a Tool That Calculates The Total Worth Of Your Compensation Package. This Tool Takes Into Account All Of The Benefits That You Are Eligible For, Including Health Insurance, Retirement Plans, And Paid Time Off. To Access This Tool And Learn More About The Total Value Of Your Benefits, Please Click On The Following Link:

https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php

CBC Requirement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA-48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Duties include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, building and leading a team of Ph.D. student researchers, developing an externally funded research program that yields top-tier publications, and professional service within UTA and the research community.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must have earned (by the start date) a Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related area. Candidates must have demonstrated exceptional research promise by publishing in top-tier conferences and journals. Candidates for senior positions must have demonstrated their leadership in their research area and the professional community. All candidates must show a strong commitment to teaching excellence.

Preferred Qualifications

We value candidates who can contribute to the college’s and the department’s broadening participation in computing initiatives. We further welcome experience with teaching or mentoring varying groups of students, including first-generation college students, low-income students, and veterans.

Special Conditions for Eligibility

In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is considered on an exception-only basis and is not routinely available.

Department Information

The Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) department is ranked #59 in the nation by https://www.csrankings.org/ as of October 2026, based on average 2020-26 publication counts, and several areas are ranked in the top 50, including high-performance computing (#12), operating systems (#11), databases (#30), computer architecture (#48), embedded & real-time systems (#54), AI, machine learning & data mining (#65), software engineering (#71), mobile computing (#18), and computer security (#88). In the last few years students and faculty in the department have received distinguished paper awards from prestigious conferences, including SOSP, OSDI, PLDI, ISCA, EuroSys, USENIX ATC, ASE, SIGMETRICS, ASPLOS, CCS, MOBICOM, MobiSys, CIDR, CIKM, ECML PKDD, ICDE, ICDM, ISSRE, ISSTA, IUI, PSIVT, SIGMOD, SIGCHI, and VLDB.

The CSE department is home to 53 tenured/tenure-track and 31 teaching faculty members, including one ACM fellow, four IEEE fellows, two AIMBE fellows, one AFOSR YIP awardee, and eleven NSF CAREER awardees. The CSE department’s annual research expenditure exceeds $14M in 2025.

University Information

The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times’ “Best for Vets: Colleges” and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates’ salaries (The Wall Street Journal). UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 – including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas – UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annually to the Texas economy.

UTA is expanding its regional footprint by building a regional campus, called UTA West, in Parker County on the far west side of Fort Worth. It is scheduled to open in fall 2028. This initiative aligns with the university’s strategic growth and commitment to serving the broader community. Furthermore, UTA has launched the RISE 100 initiative, aiming to recruit 100 new tenure-system faculty to strengthen its research enterprise and leadership in key academic areas. Learn more at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100.

This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future.

Working Title Assistant / Associate / Full Professor EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 2 Desired Start Date 09/01/2027 Open Date 11/06/2026 Review Start Date 11/13/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply, applicants should go to https://uta.peopleadmin.com/postings/34790 and submit the following materials:

Required Documents:

  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Statement of research
  • Statement of teaching
  • Contact information of at least four references
  • Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents:

  • Candidates who have previous teaching experiences may also include unofficial course evaluations.
  • Publications

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply early for the best consideration.

Questions may be addressed to Jia Rao at jia.rao@uta.edu.

For more information about UTA, please visit: http://www.uta.edu/uta.

Requirement Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  • * Are you currently a UTA employee?
    • Yes
    • No
  • * If you are a current UTA employee, please provide the name and department of your current supervisor. (If not current employee, enter "N/A") (Open Ended Question)
  • * What are your primary research area(s) and specialties within computer science or computer engineering? Please also list any secondary areas of strength, and indicate whether you are comfortable teaching courses in both computer science and computer engineering? (Open Ended Question)
Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Cover/Interest Letter
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • Statement of Teaching Interest/Philosophy
  • Letter of Recommendation
  • Statement of Research Interests
  • References (Additional)

Optional Documents

  • Course/Teaching Evaluations
  • Additional Publications #2
  • Additional Publications #3
  • Publications

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