Term Assistant Professor, Computational and Data Sciences

Term Assistant Professor, Computational and Data Sciences

Department: College of Science

Classification: 9-month Instructional Faculty

Job Category: Instructional Faculty

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)

Location: Fairfax, VA

Workplace Type: Hybrid Eligible

Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for visa sponsorship

Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience

Criminal Background Check: Yes

Works with Minors check: Yes

The Department of Computational and Data Sciences (CDS) ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) at George Mason University (GMU) is a rapidly growing department for data science and computing innovation. Part of the College of Science, CDS advances state-of-the-art research and delivers top-tier education at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

The Department offers a Bachelor of Science in Computational and Data Science. This program integrates data analytics, modeling, and scientific computing to prepare students for careers in industry, government, and beyond. CDS provides career advancement opportunities for graduate students through its M.S. in Computational Science, Ph.D. in Computational Sciences and Informatics, and Ph.D. in Computational Social Science. These programs emphasize technical expertise and the interdisciplinary applications of computation, modeling & simulation, and data-driven discovery.

Complementing its educational mission, CDS faculty develop, conduct, and disseminate cutting-edge, externally funded interdisciplinary research in diverse application areas where computational science, data science, and modeling & simulation are essential. Its recent research portfolio includes funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF), Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA), Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), Intelligence Advanced Research Projects Activity (IARPA), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and the U.S. Department of the Army.

Through collaborations with government and industry partners at both regional and national levels, the department strives to ensure its research remains competitive. In alignment with the broader mission of GMU and the College of Science, CDS is also strongly committed to engagement, working with high school, undergraduate, and graduate students, as well as stakeholder communities through research opportunities, internships, summer programs, and collaborations within and beyond the university.

George Mason University College of Science (Mason Science) is committed to advancing inclusive excellence and fostering an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation throughout our STEM community. At Mason Science, our values include cultivating an organizational culture that promotes belonging, respect, and civility. We believe that varied opinions, cultures, and perspectives are what provides vibrancy, innovation, and growth to an academic community.

By prioritizing cultural responsiveness in academics, teaching, research, and global engagement, we strive to attract faculty and staff who exemplify the Mason Science mission and vision.

The position in the Department of Computational and Data Sciences (CDS) will support the department's efforts to achieve its mission in education and engagement. The successful Term Assistant Professor is expected to: (a) teach at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, develop new course curriculum, and support the department's undergraduate, certificate, Master, and two PhD programs; and (b) participate and contribute to service at the department, college, university, and relevant scientific communities/organizations, as well as support department activities to promote its programs.

• Teach courses offered by CDS at the undergraduate and graduate levels in all course modalities (in-person, hybrid, and fully online) as assigned, develop new courses in area(s) of expertise, and support teaching activities across undergraduate, certificate, and graduate programs in the department; hold office hours, mentor students, and supervise graduate and undergraduate student research, which may also include the oversight of GTAs, GRAs, and department Student Teachers and Research (STAR) Assistants.
• Service to the department, college, and university: serve on department standing and ad-hoc committees, support department efforts to grow and promote the department and its programs, and serve on college- and university-level committees appropriate for career stage and experience.

• Doctoral degree in a closely related field including Data Science, Information Science, Scientific Computing, Computational Science, Artificial Intelligence, Simulation, or Modeling is required prior to starting this appointment;
• One year of experience teaching at the undergraduate level as a teaching assistant or instructor of record;
• Demonstrated commitment to ethics and professional values;
• Knowledge and skills in developing, delivering,…