Professor and Department Chair - Computer Science

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Professor and Department Chair - Computer Science

College of Engineering & Applied Science

Department of Computer Science

Elevate Your Career at UCCS:
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The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking a Professor and Department Chair of Computer Science to join our team. UCCS offers a diverse and inclusive learning environment that fosters innovation, growth, and the holistic development of its students.

At the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs is captivated by its stunning landscapes. This city offers a mosaic of history, arts, and a vibrant tech scene, making it an exceptional setting for both career and lifestyle.

Professor Salary Range
: $130,000–$140,000 per academic year. Compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. This position is exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

Department Chair Salary
: $18,400 annually, plus two 3-credit hour teaching offloads per academic year. Department chairs are appointed for three years. Appointment and reappointment follow the department bylaws and UCCS Guidelines on Roles and Responsibilities of Department Chairs.

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• Robust Health Coverage:
  Comprehensive medical plans with preventive care at no cost, including a yearly mental health visit. Also dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits.

• Financial & Retirement Benefits:
  Health savings, flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance, and retirement options.

• Further Your
  
  Education:
  
  Nine waived credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus.

• Wellness & More:
  Wellness programs and additional benefits through CU Advantage.

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A full professor in Computer Science will develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses as assigned by the chair based on departmental needs, maintain a solid publication record, and develop or continue to develop a strong research group with an externally funded program in any area of computer science.

The department chair position involves managing faculty and staff, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment, and ensuring the continuous improvement of curriculum and academic programs. The chair will advocate for the department’s initiatives, represent the department to internal and external stakeholders, and promote a climate of innovation, diversity, and academic rigor. The position requires strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to fostering a culture of academic excellence.

The Department of Computer Science at UCCS excels in preparing undergraduates for careers in the computing industry locally and nationally by providing ABET-accredited classes of high quality. The department has over 700 majors across several programs including graduate-level programs to suit the needs of full-time students and working individuals in the region.

The Department of Computer Science is an NSA/DHS designated National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CD) and in Research (CAE-R). We comprise 22 full-time faculty, including NSF CAREER, NIH MIRA, and AFOSR YIP winners, with approximately 600 undergraduates, 70 masters students, and 50 PhD students in two PhD programs—one in Computer Science and the other in Cybersecurity. In 2024–25, the department averaged $650K in active funding per tenure-track faculty member.

We actively support graduate students through NSF Cyber Corps Scholarship for Service (SFS) and DoD Cyber Scholarship Program (CySP) grants. The department proudly advocates and pushes the university’s efforts to continue to grow its high research activity.

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