Posting Summary
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Posting Number | FAC00155PO21 |
Advertised Title | Assistant Professor of Computer Science |
Campus | Sumter |
College/Division | USC Sumter College/Division |
Department | USC Sumter - Palmetto College |
Advertised Salary Range | Salary commensurate with education & experience |
Location of Vacancy | |
Part/Full Time | Full Time |
Hours per Week | 37.5 |
Position Category | Full-time Equivalent (FTE) |
Basis | 9 months |
Work County | Sumter |
Tenure Information | Tenure-Track/Tenured |
Job Search Category | Faculty |
About UofSC
About University of South Carolina | The University of South Carolina System is comprised of the state’s flagship university in Columbia (founded in 1801 and currently one of the top 50 “Best Colleges” according to U.S. News and World Report), three regional comprehensive universities (USC Aiken, USC Beaufort and USC Upstate), and Palmetto College consisting of four two-year campuses (USC Lancaster, USC Salkehatchie, USC Sumter, USC Union and Fort Jackson/Extended University). Together, the USC System institutions offer more than 450 degree programs on campus and online and are uniquely positioned to meet the state’s educational, cultural, health and research needs. The System employs nearly 14,000 people who work daily to improve the lives of students, fellow South Carolinians and the world. Our diverse engaged faculty and staff enjoy a dynamic and intellectually stimulating work environment. |
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Diversity Statement | At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees. |
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers state employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the benefits section on the Applicant Portal.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary | The University of South Carolina Sumter (UofSCS) invites qualified candidates to apply for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Computer Science position with an anticipated starting date of August 16, 2022. Candidates must be willing and able to teach both lower and upper-level undergraduate courses in computer science in both traditional and online settings. This is a 9-month full-time teaching, research, and service position. Candidates must possess a doctorate in Computer Science from an accredited institution by the beginning date of employment, including credentials necessary for departmental approval to teach introductory and upper-level courses as needed. ABD candidates meeting the same qualifications will be considered for an interview but must have a terminal degree in hand by the time of appointment. Courses will be taught face-to-face or online. The standard teaching load is 12 credit hours (four courses) per semester. Evidence of teaching effectiveness is required. The position requires the academic advising of UofSC Sumter students. Candidates must demonstrate commitment to or submit record of effective undergraduate teaching, including general education courses for non-majors. The required courses include but are not limited to CSCE 101 Introductions to Computer Concepts, CSCE 102 General Applications Programming, CSCE 145 Algorithmic Design I, and CSCE 146 Algorithmic Design II. Applicants must also demonstrate a strong commitment to establishing and maintaining professional activity in scholarship and service, as well as to student advising, mentoring, and participation on campus and Palmetto College committees. The UofSC Sumter is a two-year public university located in Sumter, South Carolina. It is one of the four regional UofSC campuses and part of the University of South Carolina System. As a regional branch campus of the University of South Carolina, UofSC Sumter is primarily a teaching institution. The CS faculty member will join the Division of Mathematics, Science, and Engineering, with 15 full-time faculty, and primarily teach courses for the Sumter campus and Palmetto College. UofSCS is home to approximately 1380 students and fully accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. UofSCS confers two-year Associate of Arts/Science degrees, offers baccalaureate degree programs in business, education, and nursing through UofSC Aiken, and provides general education coursework applicable to baccalaureate and professional programs nationwide. This is the beginning of college education for many of our students. Learn more about UofSCS at www.uscsumter.edu. |
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Required Education and Experience | Candidates must possess a doctorate in Computer Science from an accredited institution by the beginning date of employment, including credentials necessary for departmental approval to teach introductory and upper-level courses as needed. |
Preferred Qualifications | Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to establishing and maintaining professional activity in scholarship and service. |
Posting Detail Information
Desired Start Date | 08/16/2022 |
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Job Open Date | 09/21/2021 |
Job Close Date | |
Open Until Filled | No |
Special Instructions to Applicant | The University of South Carolina requires individuals to apply online for all job vacancies. You may access the UofSC Jobs Online Employment site at https://uscjobs.sc.edu . As part of the online process, applicants must submit an application letter (to include their goals of teaching at a 2-year campus in addition to their professional career goals and interests), vita, three current letters of recommendation (confidential letters to be submitted by the reviewers directly at the website), copies of all undergraduate and graduate transcripts (evaluation of all foreign transcripts to be submitted by UofSC accepted agencies), teaching statement (to include a description of teaching philosophy, experience in undergraduate and non-majors courses, and approach to mentoring diverse individuals), teaching portfolio containing summaries of teaching evaluations or other evidence of excellence in undergraduate-level teaching, and a research statement. If you have any questions about the position, please contact Dr. Kajal Ghoshroy, Chair of the Division of Mathematics, Science, and Engineering at (803) 938-3899 or [email protected] . The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions. |
Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/106450 |
EEO Statement | The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions. |
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