Computer programmer Jobs in Winston-Salem, NC

Assistant Teaching Professor, Department of Computer Science (R0008116)

Location : Winston Salem, NC

Open Date : Oct 23, 2025

Close Date : Nov 24, 2025

Description :

WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY. The Department of Computer Science invites applications for a non-tenure, teaching track, faculty position as Assistant Teaching Professor of Computer Science or Assistant Professor of the Practice of Computer Science, effective July 1, 2026.

Qualifications : An earned Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field is required for the Assistant Teaching Professor position, while an earned MS or higher with industry experience is required for the Professor of the Practice position. Qualified applicants will demonstrate their ability to teach courses required for the undergraduate computer science major and minor and contribute to an academic environment that fosters learning and growth for all its stakeholders.  Applicants who demonstrate interest and experience in developing new undergraduate courses in areas such as human-computer interaction or software development are of particular interest.

Position Summary : This individual will be expected to teach primarily introductory and core courses for the major and minor in computer science at the undergraduate level (course descriptions for those courses - CSC 111, 112, 201, 231, 250, 251, and 301 - can be found at this webpage : https : / / bulletin.wfu.edu / courses-az / csc / ), participate in departmental, College, and University service, and contribute to the Universitys community outreach efforts. The typical teaching load is a total of six courses (3+3) each academic year. This position is eligible for renewal and promotion with progressively longer-term contracts.

The Department prides itself on engaging students in and out of the classroom, providing rich opportunities for students to work closely with faculty members, and is highly supportive of interdisciplinary engagement. Additional information about the Department is available at : http : / / college.wfu.edu / cs

About Wake Forest University : Founded in 1834, Wake Forest University is a private, coeducational institution dedicated to academic excellence in liberal arts, graduate, and professional education. With more than 5,400 undergraduates and 3,800 graduate and professional students, Wake Forest is a collegiate university offering a vibrant, intellectual community with a rich cultural life, an impressive array of facilities, and a strong athletics program competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). Since its founding, the University has adopted the motto Pro Humanitate , which is exemplified by a deep institutional commitment to public service and engagement with the world. For more information, visit : about.wfu.edu.

Wake Forest University is located in Winston-Salem, a beautiful, mid-sized city centrally in the Piedmont-Triad region of North Carolina. To learn more about Winston-Salem, visit : www.visitwinstonsalem.com.

Application Instructions : The following materials should be submitted : a Cover Letter that addresses the candidates interest in this position and Wake Forest University, a graduate transcript (unofficial copies are sufficient), a Curriculum Vitae, a Teaching Statement that describes the candidates instructional philosophy and lists two core courses that the candidate has a particular preference to teach, and the names and contact information of at least three references.  Applications that include all required information and are submitted on or before Monday, November 24 will be considered. To apply, visit : hr.wfu.edu / careers. Inquiries should be directed to Dr. William Turkett, Chair of the Search Committee, at turketwh@wfu.edu or to Wake Forest University Human Resources at askhr@wfu.edu. Wake Forest University conducts background investigations for all final faculty candidates being considered for employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement :

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all

qualified candidates to apply without regard to race, color, religion,

national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and

expression, genetic information, disability and military or veteran

status.

Accommodations for Applicants

If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation

to participate in the application or interview process, please contact

AskHR@wfu.edu or(336) 758-4700.