Updated: over 1 year ago
Location: Muncie, INDIANA
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Posting Details
Position Information
| Position Title | Assistant Professor of Computer Science |
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| About this Opportunity | The Department of Computer Science invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Computer Science. |
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| Appointment Type | Tenure-track |
| Length of Appointment | FT Academic Year |
| Description | The Computer Science Department is seeking a full-time tenure track faculty candidate who is able to teach students from diverse backgrounds in the undergraduate Computer Science major. The primary teaching assignments will be in the on-campus Computer Science undergraduate program during the academic year, with the potential to teach online graduate courses in related programs. A speciality in one of our 5 concentrations is welcome, but not required. (The 5 concentrations are: Cybersecurity & Secure Software Design, Data Analytics & Machine Learning, Web & Mobile App Development, Game Design & Development, and General Computer Science.) The candidate should also be able to develop a dynamic research program that will advance the research opportunities for undergraduates. |
| Minimum Qualifications | PhD in computer science, cybersecurity, computer engineering, data science or related field from an accredited university by date of appointment; commitment to excellence in teaching as demonstrated by a teaching statement and/or teaching evaluations. |
| Authorization to work in the US | Employer will consider sponsorship. |
| Preferred Qualifications | Experience teaching computer science classes; experience teaching specialty courses in one of the 5 concentrations; commitment to excellence in teaching as demonstrated by teaching evaluations from at least one year of part-time or full-time teaching gained concurrently or at any time; additional knowledge in cybersecurity or artificial intelligence is also preferred; effective written and oral communication skills. |
| Required Certifications/Licensures | None |
| Pre-Employment Screening | Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification. |
| Position Title(s) Supervised | None |
| EEO Statement | Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. |
| Department | Computer Science:700080 |
| College/Department Information | The Department of Computer Science has approximately 350 undergraduate students and 16 faculty members. We offer 5 concentrations within the computer science major, plus minors in cybersecurity and computer science. |
| Department Email or Phone Number | [email protected] |
Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number | 202200972F |
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| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
| Desired Start Date | 08/19/2023 |
| Position End Date | |
| Posting Date | 09/21/2022 |
| Applications Accepted Through Date | 10/21/2022 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Consideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by the date indicated here. (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.) | |
| Information regarding transcripts | The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted. |
| Special Instructions Summary | In the Applicant Documents section of this application, please provide an inclusive excellence statement describing how you would contribute to the development of a diverse and inclusive learning community at Ball State University through your teaching, research, and/or service. Please include examples of your contributions when possible. Word limit 500. |
| Search Committee Chair Name and Contact Information | Jennifer Coy, [email protected] |