Job title: Assistant Professor of Psychology
Workplace type: On-site
Employment type: Full-time
No. of positions: 02
Job Description:
Converse University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Computer Science within the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at the assistant professor level to begin in August 2024. The department supports majors and minors in Mathematics and Computer Science, as well as a minor in Data Science. The Computer Science major has been revived for the 2023-2024 academic year, and this new faculty position will support the revitalized major program. The ideal candidate will contribute to our existing course offerings in Computer Science and will also be able to offer new courses overlapping with the Data Science minor. This position provides a unique opportunity to shape and develop the Computer Science major program within an active and growing department. The teaching load is typically three courses per semester, plus one course in January term. Additional responsibilities include contributing to the university’s general education program, advising students, further developing the Computer Science major, continued professional development, and providing service to the department, university, and professional community.
Preferred qualifications include a Ph.D. in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field by August 15, 2024. Candidates with a master’s degree and significant industry experience are also invited to apply. Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching undergraduates in a liberal arts setting, as well as a commitment to inclusive excellence, and provide evidence of excellence in teaching and research potential. Selected candidates must complete a background check that is satisfactory to the university and be qualified to teach in the US.
Converse University is a private university providing a distinctive co-ed, liberal arts education, innovative graduate programs and doctoral studies. The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science strives to provide a rich and rigorous course of study in mathematics, computer science, and their applications. The department offers degrees in mathematics and computer science and a minor in data science. Apply online at www.converse.edu/employment. Review of applications will begin November 1, 2023 and continue until the position is filled.
Documents that shall be uploaded in the Resume/CV section are:
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Three letters of recommendation (at least one of which addresses the applicant’s teaching)
- Transcripts, both undergraduate and graduate. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for initial review; official copies are required for employment.
- Statement of teaching philosophy
- Statement of research interests, including plans for potential projects with undergraduate students
DISCLAIMER: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this classification. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.
We believe that a diverse faculty and staff are essential to achieving academic excellence; thus, we strongly encourage applications from candidates from all racial, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
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