Teaching Faculty

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Academic Staff

Regular

Teaching Faculty I

The primary duties are teaching, overseeing, and developing materials for a variety of undergraduate computer science courses. The courses to be taught include introductory programming courses (level 200-400) and may also include advanced undergraduate courses (level 500). The standard workload is two 3-4 credit courses per semester, which may be two lectures of the same course or two different courses. Class sizes are typically in the 150-450 student range.

Associated duties include, but are not limited to: maintaining course webpages; developing exams and assignments; managing student grades; developing and maintaining course management tools to support grading and testing; holding weekly office hours; training and supervising teaching assistants. Depending on the course, teaching assistants may lead discussion and laboratory sections.

Duties also include service on departmental committees associated with undergraduate education and advising, teaching a 1- credit course, developing new curricula, or other similar duties.

This vacancy is being announced simultaneously with JR#; please note that only one vacancy exists. Having two job postings allows the College to consider candidates with both tenure-track faculty credentials and non-tenure-track faculty credentials for this position.

• Supervises the day to day activities of work unit employees involved in instructional support as needed
• Assists in developing techniques and/or model programs for carrying out instructional goals in disciplinary area and may help identify ways in which new techniques could be of assistance
• Develops teaching techniques that enhance course effectiveness in alignment with desired outcomes and established strategy
• Assesses learner performance and prepares reports recommending instructional improvements
• Assists in defining the objectives of the program and plays a major role in carrying out program duties
• Provides classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction, including grading

College of Letters & Science, Department of Computer Sciences

The typical starting salary for this position is $70,000 - $104,503 depending on qualifications and experience. The salary will be paid out over 9 months. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as sick leave; competitive insurance and saving accounts; and retirement benefits. Employees have the option to continue benefits for the full calendar year.

• One year of college-level teaching experience in computer science or a related technical or scientific field
• Excellent classroom communication skills
• Proficiency with Java and/or Python programming languages
• Fundamental knowledge of Introductory Programming Language

• Ability to manage graduate and undergraduate classroom and lab settings, including oversight, assessment, student support, and instructional logistics
• Familiarity with online teaching tools and techniques that help with efficient course organization, communication, and management in large-class environment
• Fluency with C/C++, C#, Matlab, or Java Script

PhD or other terminal degree, or a degree at least one level above the level of instruction.

Click the "Apply" button to start the application process.

You will be prompted to upload the following documents:

-Resume

-Letter of Qualifications/Cover Letter

-Teaching Statement

Applicants should attach a letter of qualifications/cover letter and resume detailing their training and experience relating to the required and preferred qualifications referenced above. The application reviewers will be relying on written application materials to determine which qualified applicants will advance in the recruitment process.
Please note, there is only one attachment field. You must upload all of your documents in the attachment field.

Once finalists are identified, they will be asked to provide names and contact information for at least three professional references, including a current/former supervisor. References will not be contacted without advanced notice.

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.

Cindy Fendrick, CS Academic Program Director

Email: cindy.fendrick;
Phone:

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