Limited‐Term Assistant Teaching Professor Position

The Department of Computer Science at the University of Victoria invites applications for a limited‐term Assistant Teaching Professor position starting May 1, 2026 or September 1, 2026. The highly qualified individual employed will be responsible for teaching six courses with flexible assignment (e.g., three courses in the fall term, two courses in the spring term and one course in the summer term) for a 12-month full-time appointment. Part-time appointments with flexible start dates may also be considered.

Candidates should be comfortable teaching a variety of computer science courses, which may include CSC 105, 110, 115, and 375. Computer Science course descriptions can be found at:

http://www.csc.uvic.ca/Program_Information/Undergraduate_Courses/

Qualifications: Candidates must be experienced in teaching at the postsecondary level and must hold a PhD or Masters in Computer Science or a closely related field. A PhD is preferred.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The salary range for this position is $70,000 – $90,000. Review of applications will begin March 23, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

Applications must include a cover letter, CV, teaching dossier (containing the items listed below) and two letters of reference. Candidates are expected to provide evidence of the following:

·       Excellence in undergraduate teaching

·       A commitment to pedagogical inquiry and teaching innovation

·       Engagement in teaching-related scholarly activities

·       Leadership potential in advancing undergraduate education

The teaching dossier must include the following information:

·       Teaching statement

·       Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) statement

·       Syllabi of courses taught (if available)

·       Samples of course material

·       Evidence of teaching effectiveness

·       If applicable, evidence of innovative teaching practices or development activities.

Evidence of participation in instructional development (e.g., presentations, publications, or participation in workshops/conferences related to teaching) will be considered an asset.

Applicants are asked to submit their application—including cover letter, CV, teaching dossier (containing the items listed below) and two letters of reference—by email to atpsearch@uvic.ca.  The closing date for applications is March 20, 2026.

UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion in our living, learning, and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who will work respectfully and constructively with differences and across levels of power. We actively encourage applications from members of groups experiencing barriers to equity. Read our full equity statement.

The University of Victoria is consistently ranked in the top tier of Canada’s research-intensive universities. We tackle essential issues that matter to people, places, and the planet. Situated in the Pacific Rim, our location inspires us to defy boundaries, discover, and innovate in exciting ways. We live, learn, work and explore on the edge of what’s next—for our planet and its peoples, particularly the indigenous peoples of the region.

We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən and W̱SÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process may contact the Faculty Relations and Academic Administration at frrecruit@uvic.ca.  Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.

Please note that reference and background checks, including credential and degree verification, may be undertaken as part of this recruitment process.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Dr. Bill Bird (Acting Associate Chair, Undergraduate), at cscugachair@uvic.ca.