Assistant Professor, Data Science

Bellevue University, the largest private, non-profit University in Nebraska, is seeking a full-time faculty member to fill the Assistant Professor of Data Science  position in the College of Science and Technology.  This position is best filled by a well-rounded data science professional/educator/scholar. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate direct hands-on experience with programming in Python and R languages; and experience with SQL, data mining, predictive modelling, large language models, machine learning, and big data. In addition, this candidate should have experience with operationalizing and deploying production models. Additional responsibilities may include curriculum development and oversight of adjunct faculty.

Performance Functions:

• Enthusiastically teach Data Science courses at the bachelor and master’s level. 
• Motivate students to develop their data science skills and expand their knowledge of the field.
• Actively engage with students and provide constructive feedback on assignments.
• Actively engage with students in the course discussion forum to expand on course content, answer questions, and/or provide coding assistance.
• Develop and maintain curricula at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Actively participate in program assessment, student advising, and committee/community service.
• Select and manage adjunct instructors for assigned courses. 
• Other duties as assigned by the Dean, or Assistant Dean.

Qualifications/Skills:

• Master’s degree in Data Science, Business Analytics, Computer Science, Math, Statistics, or a related field; Ph.D. desired.
• At least 2 years of relevant industry experience in Data Science, Business Intelligence, Business Analytics or related field outside of academia.
• Experience with Python, R, SQL or similar technology.
• Experience with cloud computing.
• Experience with deploying models to production.
• Experience with Generative Artificial Intelligence and Large Language Models (LLMs).
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or similar visualization tool.
• Familiarity with GitHub or similar source code repository.
• Familiarity with conference/collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams and Zoom.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate complex concepts effectively in a non-technical manner.
• Two years of teaching experience is highly preferred.
• Authorized to work lawfully in the United States without the need for sponsorship for employment visa.

Pay & Benefits:

• The yearly starting salary for this role ranges from $65,000 - $80,000.
• Bellevue University full-time faculty enjoy a benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 403(b) retirement, and tuition remission.

NOTE:  The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work involved for this job.  It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this job.  This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

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