Job Title:
Assistant Professor of Computer Science
Position Number:
997114, 999263
Department:
Computer Science
Salary:
$85,000
Job Summary/Description:
Angelo State University invites one or more dynamic and energetic faculty member to join our team in the Department of Computer Science. Angelo State University is an Hispanic Serving Institution and member of the Texas Tech University System. The successful candidates will play a strong role in developing and improving our growing undergraduate and graduate computer science and cybersecurity programs. The position is full-time, tenure-track, nine-month Assistant Professor position. Effective teaching, research, and university service are required for tenure.
The Department of Computer Science offers degrees at the BS and MS levels as follows:
? BS degree in Computer Science
? Certifications in: Cybersecurity Technologies, Data Science, Web and Mobile Development, Game Development
? BS degree in Cybersecurity
? Minors in Cybersecurity Systems and Computer Science
? MS in Computer Science
? We also offer courses in support of the following programs:
? MS degree in Business Data Science and Analytics
? BAAS degree with Computer Science Specialization
The successful candidates will be expected to teach and conduct research in Computer Science and Cybersecurity.
For more information, please check the web site: https://www.angelo.edu/departments/computer-science
ASU has recently been designated as a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense by the National Security Agency, valid until 2029. ASU also host the state-funded Regional Security Operations Center (RSOC), providing cybersecurity protection for 40-plus entities in West Texas, including cities, counties, critical infrastructure, medical facilities and school districts. RSOC offers paid internship opportunities, about 30 positions every semester, to all undergraduate and graduate students majoring in computer science and cybersecurity. ASU faculty has been awarded multi-million dollar grants from the NSA, the NSF, and the Department of Defense for research and teaching projects in recent years.
Typical Duties/Job Duties:
? Teach 24 semester credit hours of undergraduate and graduate computer science and cybersecurity courses each academic year;
? Take a lead role in computer science and cybersecurity program development and assessment activities;
? Engage in research projects and university service.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
? Knowledge of and commitment to a student-centered environment;
? Knowledge of effective teaching strategies;
? Skill in creating active, innovative student learning environments;
? Skill in applying technology to improve student learning;
? Ability to teach online and face to face;
? Ability to develop an ongoing research program;
? Ability to create environments conducive to the academic success of women, Hispanic, and other underrepresented student groups.
Minimum Qualifications: ? Earned or expected Ph.D. in Computer Science or a related field, preferably with a specialization in cybersecurity. ? Record of or potential for teaching computer science and cybersecurity courses. ? Record of or potential for scholarly research and publications.
EEO Statement:
All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Angelo State University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment opportunities for qualified individuals with disabilities. We are committed to ensuring that a qualified individual with a disability has the same rights and privileges in employment as non-disabled employees. If an accommodation is requested for the job application process, please contact our office at (325) 942-2168 or email us at [email protected].
Remote:
No
Posting Number:
F305P
Open Date:
12/05/2024
Desired Start Date:
01/13/2025
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Following needs to be submitted:
? In the Cover Letter (2-page maximum), applicants should briefly discuss their interests and abilities in undergraduate and graduate cybersecurity and computer science education and research.
? In the Curriculum Vitae, applicants should include a complete list of publications, all relevant teaching, advising, course and curriculum development, and service experience.
? In the Teaching Statement document (3-page maximum), applicants should present their previous undergraduate and graduate teaching and advising experience, and how they would create active and innovative student learning environments.
? Unofficial Transcripts
? List of References
? In the Other Document (3-page maximum), applicants should present a Research Statement document, where applicants should present their current research experience and discuss their future research plans, a discussion on involving students in their research consistent with the objectives of the university is also expected.
