Faculty Position in Information Technology

Company Description:

The State University of New York College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill is an accredited polytechnic college that is primarily baccalaureate and residential. SUNY Cobleskill is one of few institutions in the United States where an undergraduate student may also choose to earn an associate degree. The College has an enrollment of approximately 2,500 students in 59 programs divided into two schools, Agriculture and Natural Resources; Business and Liberal Arts & Sciences. An economic engine for rural New York, SUNY Cobleskill is home to a wide array of extended learning and professional development opportunities.

Modeling experiential education, SUNY Cobleskill is committed to providing small classes, excellent facilities, and a hands-on learning environment. Whether students plan to further their education or begin their professional careers, they graduate with the foundation to pursue their goals and to succeed.

SUNY Cobleskill values innovative teaching and faculty who are forward thinking and committed to engaging pedagogies, collaborative and interdisciplinary endeavors, global perspectives, applied learning including internships and undergraduate research, and high levels of interaction with students. The college is located in the picturesque rolling hills of Cobleskill, NY, approximately 45 miles by car from the New York State capital, Albany, NY. 

Job Description:

SUNY Cobleskill is seeking talented and innovative faculty to join the college community as we build a new vision for our second century as a college of agriculture and technology. SUNY Cobleskill prides itself on being a welcoming college community for all. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential components of our academic programs and campus climate. The college seeks a wide range of applicants for its positions to uphold its dedication to inclusive excellence.

The successful candidate will join the faculty in the Information Technology Programs and become part of a dedicated team focused on providing rich and meaningful educational experiences for our students. The successful candidate will teach existing as well as new courses in the Bachelor of Technology programs in Information Technology and Cybersecurity, as well as the associate's program in Computer Information Systems. This is a teaching-focused position; however, research and other forms of scholarship are expected. Areas of responsibility include:

Teaching Responsibilities

• Teach a 4-4 course load in a variety of modalities that may include face-to-face, online, and hybrid
• Provide engaging instruction that employs an active learning approach
• Engage in collaborative and/or interdisciplinary teaching efforts
• Participate in the assessment of course, student learning, and program outcomes
• Provide 5 weekly office hours for students

Advisement

• Advise students on their academic programs and track completion of their requirements
• Advise students toward their academic and career goals

Program Development

• Participate in annual program assessment activities
• Participate in program data analysis as well as develop and implement recommendations for curriculum revisions as needed
• Design new curriculum as needed to meet emerging needs
• Demonstrated interest in development of interdisciplinary courses and/or programs that explore the intersection between information technology and agriculture, food, and health as well as rural computing in general

Academic and College Commitment

• Serve on college-wide committees
• Engage in service to the Information Technology Programs
• Engage in the academic and organizational life of the college
• Engage in ongoing professional development

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications

A doctoral degree (PhD, other) in Computer Science, Information Science, Information Technology, Information Systems or a closely related field from an accredited University is required. Applicants who are ABD and anticipating an earned degree within a year of position start date, will be considered. A commitment to teaching excellence and student success is essential. Candidates should have hands-on technical skills in at least one or more areas including computer programming, information security, web development, networking, and/or database technologies as well as operating systems.

Preferred Qualifications

In addition to the aforementioned minimum qualifications, it is preferred the candidate also have: 

• Experience with online learning, online instruction, and online course development
• Demonstrated ability to teach diverse populations
• Demonstrated ability to engage in scholarly activities
• Technology industry experience is a plus

Additional Information:

• The anticipated start date is August 2022.
• This is a full-time, tenure-track (10-month) appointment.
• The salary range is $60,000 - $65,000.
• This position offers full New York State benefits which are among the most comprehensive in the country. 
• SUNY Cobleskill is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community for our students and employees. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Any offer of employment is contingent on the successful completion of the background check.
• This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.

SUNY Cobleskill is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, and ensuring equal educational and employment opportunity and access to services, programs and activities without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, or any other legally protected status.  Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact the Human Resources Office at (518) 255-5514.

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation.  If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.   

SUNY Cobleskill's Deputy Tile IX Coordinator for applicants and employees is Nicole Field, who can be contacted via phone at 518-255-5514, email at fieldnm@cobleskill.edu, or mailing address of SUNY Cobleskill,  Knapp Hall Room 123, Cobleskill, NY 12043.

Application Instructions:

The application review process will begin immediately and will continue until a suitable candidate is found. Priority will be given to applications submitted by November 1, 2021.

A complete application consists of the following:

1. Letter of application, addressing qualifications for this position and alignment with college values
2. Copies of official transcripts (originals required if hired)
3. Current CV, with names, emails and phone numbers of at least three professional references
4. Statement of teaching philosophy
5. Statement of scholarly and research interests and experience
6. A separate diversity statement

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