Assistant/Associate Professor of Instruction or Practice, 2026

Overview The School of Information (iSchool) at the University of Texas at Austin invites applications for full-time professional track positions (Assistant/Associate Professor of Instruction and Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice). We seek candidates qualified to teach a range of courses in the iSchool's new undergraduate degree programs, the B.S.I. and B.A. in Informatics, as well as the Master of Science in Information Studies (MSIS) program. Qualified candidates will also be considered for joint appointments in the UT Libraries and other appropriate units. We particularly encourage applications from candidates with professional experience in one or more of the following areas: Libraries and Librarianship; Archives; Health Informatics. The University of Texas iSchool has active and growing teaching and research programs in these areas. Professional track faculty are valued intellectual partners in their area of concentration, contributing to undergraduate and graduate degree programs and faculty governance. Responsibilities (implied) Teach courses in the iSchool’s undergraduate and graduate programs (B.S.I., B.A. in Informatics, MSIS). Participate in program development, student mentoring, and service within the school and broader academic community. Contribute professional expertise to open-source projects and maintain industry connections that benefit students and the curriculum. Join joint appointments as applicable inside UT Libraries or other units. Qualifications Candidates for the Instruction or Practice tracks should hold a graduate degree in a relevant field, broadly defined. Applicants for the Practice track should have at least three years of professional experience in a field relevant to the subject(s) taught. Applicants for the Instruction track should hold a doctoral degree and/or have a record of successful teaching experience in higher education. Practice-track candidates should have strong professional practice and networks, with plans to maintain and develop these while mentoring students. We specifically invite applications from people actively contributing and leading open-source software projects in these areas. Compensation Salaries for candidates hired at the Assistant rank start at a minimum of $90,000+ for a nine-month contract; Associate rank starts at a minimum of $100,000+ for a nine-month renewable contract. Appointments are nine-month academic terms with summer months available for additional research or consulting activities, with benefits across the full year. Full-time UT Austin faculty also have opportunities for outside employment during academic years. Application Instructions Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Required materials include: Current CV Cover letter (1 page suggested) Teaching statement (2-3 pages suggested) Sample course syllabus Names and contact details of 3 references who have agreed to provide a reference letter Questions about the positions may be sent to Dr. R. David Lankes, Bowden Professor, View email address on click.appcast.io. All faculty positions are based in Austin, Texas. Successful candidates residing outside of the Austin area will be expected to relocate. Applications should be submitted via Interfolio’s Faculty Search solution (Dossier accounts may need to be created). About the UT Austin iSchool The UT Austin iSchool is a premier research and education program for information studies, with a mission to change the future by engaging the present and preserving the past. We offer an ALA-accredited Master of Science in Information Studies as well as undergraduate and PhD degrees. For details on our degree offerings, see UT Austin is a globally recognized research university with many centers and initiatives, including Good Systems: Ethical AI at UT Austin. About Austin Austin is a city with a vibrant arts and tech scene, a strong economy, and a diverse cultural environment. More information about the city is available at Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of Texas at Austin is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Phase2 Technology