Find & Apply For Computer Science Professor Jobs in Arlington, Texas

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Computer Science and Engineer Location:

Arlington Job Family:

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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

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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.

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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 .

Number of Vacancies:

2

Desired Start Date:

09/01/2027 Review Start Date 11/13/2026

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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

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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 .