Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions ¿ and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.
Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.
Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia where we pride ourselves in the USG Statement of Core Values - Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values form and guide the daily work of our institution.
CSU's core values - Excellence, Creativity, Engagement, Sustainability, Inclusion, and Servant Leadership make us an institution like no other. Each year, we enroll more than 7,000 students from the Southeast, across the nation, and around the world. Many programs at Columbus State rank high for affordability and value. The university strives to provide all students with an exceptional education that's accessible, affordable, and creative to the core.
The D. Abbott Turner College of Business & Technology seeks qualified candidates for a full-time lecturer position in Computer Science at the TSYS School of Computer Science beginning August 2024. This is a 12-month position. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in one or more areas of focus in the department - AI and Machine Learning, Computer Games, IT, Software Development and Web Technology.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Developing and delivering quality instruction.; Maintaining currency in teaching field.; Recruiting and mentoring students.; Collaborating on teams to secure and deliver grants.; Cultivating partnerships with industry.; Engage in practices that support the University's focus on student engagement, problem solving, and active learning.
The successful candidate will possess an earned Master's Degree in Computer Science or related field from a fully accredited institution. Candidates must show evidence of teaching success. Candidates are expected to demonstrate that they are staying up to date with advances in technology and industry trends. Candidates must be committed to advising and mentoring students, quality teaching, and continued instructional development. The candidate must support a strong commitment to practices that support the University's focus on student engagement, problem-solving, and active learning.
The annualized salary for this position is $80,000.
Required Documents to Attach include: Letter of Application; Curriculum Vitae; Unofficial Transcripts (Official transcripts from all institutions attended must be received prior to an offer being extended); Statement of Teaching Philosophy; Statement on Research; Contact information of three references with emails and current telephone numbers (will not be contacted without prior notification).
If you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Office at 706-507-8920 or e-mail to [email protected].
All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties:
- A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;
- Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities;
- Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle.
*Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. *
For Faculty Hires : Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom .
Columbus State University is proud to be an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity institution. It is the policy of our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws.
All applications and required documents must be submitted using Columbus State University's online employment site and a complete packet must be submitted for full consideration. If applicable, any international transcripts must be evaluated by an approved foreign credential evaluator prior to submission.