Faculty: Assistant​/Associate Professor, Computer Science

FT Faculty:
Assistant/Associate Professor, Computer Science

Reporting to the Academic Division Chair, the FT Faculty, Computer Science is responsible for teaching a variety of undergraduate courses in Computer Information Systems (CIS), Computer Science (CS), and Cyber Operations (CSC) degree programs.

Essential Job Functions

• Teaching all levels of undergraduate Computer Science (CS), Computer Information Systems (CIS), and Cyber Operations (CSC) courses (teaching load is up to 15 credit hours per semester; may have release time to conduct research or other duties)
• Maintaining professional scholarship
• Advising students
• Effectively manages the classroom environment
• Develops, maintains, and submits accurate, timely and complete records (attendance, assignments, grades, end of course notebooks, etc.)
• Conducting active research
• Ability to develop courses in computer science, cyber operations, and AI, including ethical and practical applications of generative AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Git Hub Copilot).
• Demonstrated interest or expertise in ethical and equitable AI use in cyber operations, with a focus on fairness, transparency, and accountability.
• Participation in course and curriculum development, mentoring part-time faculty and students, as well as providing service to the department, college and the university
• Serve the College, the University, and the profession and community as appropriate

Minimum Job Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

• Master of Computer Science or closely related field. required;
  Ph.D. preferred.
• Demonstrated potential for effective teaching and a strong record of scholarly activity in high quality peer-reviewed scholarly journals and conferences.
• Computer architecture, Artificial Intelligence, Programming, operating systems, and networking expertise/networking/Cyber security are preferred.
• Conducting research preferred

Certificates, Licenses or Registrations

Must possess the minimum credential standards of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), which normally include at least 18 graduate semester credit hours in the subject area or suitable approved justifications.

Other Competencies (skills, Abilities, Behavior)

Must have a philosophy that is consistent with the Mission, Vision and Core Values of the organization. Vision, commitment, and experience in achieving goals and pursuing excellence is critical. Strong oral and written presentation skills. Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team. Excellence in organization, decision-making, problem-solving, and creating a collaborative environment. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Must be able to read, write and speak fluently in English

Physical Demands

Ability to sit or stand for up to 8 hours/day. Some lifting (up to 25 pounds occasionally), bending, and carrying. Specific vision abilities include the ability to use close vision. The employee is regularly required to talk and hear, and to use hands and fingers to handle or feel.