Posting DetailsPosition InformationJob Title Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Computing - Computer Science Department Computing - 22150 Pay Grade Job Category Faculty Job Summary An exceptional opportunity awaits an educator passionate about teaching, mentoring, and fostering student success at both the undergraduate and graduate levels at East Tennessee State University ( ETSU ). Working with a strong research foundation at ETSU , the Assistant Professor of Computing - Computer Science will help shape and build an innovative, nationally recognized Computer Science research program in the Department of Computing.The ideal candidate has a Ph.D. in computer science with the ability to break down and teach complex subject matter to enhance student understanding. Equally important is a passion and drive to promote student success by guiding them in research, sharing knowledge, and making meaningful connections. Successful applicants will also engage in service activities in the department, university, and community. Opportunities for collaboration exist across the University in the Academic Health Science Center, Sciences, Engineering, Mathematics, and Business.This is a nine-month position (mid-August through mid-May), with faculty teaching three courses each semester and having an active research and service agenda. Opportunities to conduct independent studies and supervise undergraduate and graduate research and thesis activities are available. Faculty regularly teach Special Topics courses in areas of personal interest. Summer teaching opportunities for additional compensation may be available.Primary areas of teaching emphasis are graduate and undergraduate courses in Computer Science. Areas of interest include the following:
- Programming
- Analysis of Algorithms
- Operating Systems and Distributed Systems
- Computer Organization, Architecture, and Compilers
- Artificial Intelligence
- Other topics in the field
This position reports to the Chair of the Department of Computing.The value of employment at ETSU goes far beyond salary. Regular benefited ETSU employees enjoy a full range of benefits, services, and programs including paid time off & leave, paid holidays, health and life insurance, retirement, access to University facilities and services, and much more! Check out the ETSU Human Resources Benefits page for additional information. . ETSU is committed to ensuring that our students, faculty, and staff are valued and work in an environment of openness and acceptance. ETSU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Disclaimer: The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the position's essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required Qualifications
- A doctorate in Computer Science, or a closely related discipline, earned by August 15, 2024
- Additionally, all candidates must be able to:
- demonstrate good written and oral English skills
- legally work in the United States
- begin work January 2025
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior teaching experience
- Prior research publications
- Relevant industry experience is a plus
SalaryPosting Detail InformationPosting Number F00837P Is this position subject to a criminal background check? No Is any part of the funding for this posting coming from a grant or outside funding source? No Open Date 06/24/2024 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Academic Career & Executive Search is assisting East Tennessee State University in the search for Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Computing - Computer Science. The Search Committee invites letters of nomination, applications (letter of interest, full resume/CV, and contact information of at least three references), or expressions of interest to be submitted to the search firm assisting the University. Review of materials will begin immediately and continue until the appointment is made. It is preferred, however, that all nominations and applications be submitted before July 12, 2024.To Apply: Please submit applications directly to Academic Career & Executive Search at Inquiries and questions: Please send to ...@acesrch.com .Nominations and referrals: Please send the nominee's name, title, and contact information, if available, to ...@acesrch.com .
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