Assistant Professor of Computer Science

Assistant Professor of Computer Science

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The University of South Carolina Upstate is a positive, diverse, and empowering institution for motivated, success-minded students who want to be challenged academically, supported personally, and pushed to the boundaries of their potential in an opportunity-rich environment. Because the University of South Carolina Upstate is proud of its student body, we seek to attract a diverse applicant pool.

USC Upstate seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Computer Science beginning January 1, 2022, or August 16, 2022. The Division of Mathematics and Computer Science invites candidates with expertise in cyber security, computer security, and networking in particular, but candidates with expertise in other areas, such as cloud computing, software engineering, web development, and/or mobile development will also be considered. Applicants should be capable of teaching a wide variety of computer science course, have a strong commitment to teaching and good research potential. The Computer Science program at USC Upstate holds an ABET accreditation and faculty teach three course (9 credit hours) each semester. Various internal grants are available by the university to support both faculty and student research. In addition to teaching, other duties include developing curriculum, engaging in scholarly activities, advising students, and participating in internal and external service.

Minimum qualifications: Ph.D. in Computer Science or closely related field is required. ABD candidates with planned completion dates by December 31, 2021, for a January 1, 2022, start date or by August 15, 2022 for an August 16, 2022, start date may also be considered. Candidates should have the potential for excellence in teaching and the demonstrated ability to develop a successful research agenda. A successful background check is required.

Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in cyber security, computer security and networking.


For a complete job description and to apply, go to https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/101353


Contact information:
Dr. Wei Zhong
Division of Math and Computer Science
University of South Carolina
800 University Way, Spartanburg, SC, 29303
Email: wzhong@uscupstate.edu
864-503-5785


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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