Tenure-Track ASSISTANT PROFESSOR/LECTURER of COMPUTER SCIENCE and INFORMATION SYSTEMS

The Department of Computer Science and Information Systems (CS&IS) at Bradley University is expanding rapidly and invites applications for multiple tenure-track Assistant Professors/Lecturers to begin in August 2023.

The tenure-track Assistant Professor positions require a PhD in Computer Science or a closely related field; candidates working on their dissertation with an expected graduation date before August of 2023 will be considered. Candidates with research interests in all areas in computer science or computer information systems will be considered; candidates with an interest in software/Web/information/cyber security, or computer game design and development, or artificial intelligence and machine learning, data science, or database management systems, or software engineering, or computer architecture and operating systems will be given preference. The successful candidate is expected to develop into an outstanding teacher, establish and maintain a productive and rigorous research program, actively seek funding for research, involve students in his or her research activities, and participate in service. The teaching load for Assistant Professors is nine semester hours per semester. Some teaching experience is preferred.

The tenure-track Lecturer positions require a MS in Computer Science or a closely related field. The teaching load for Lecturers is twelve semester hours per semester. The successful candidate is expected to develop into an outstanding teacher. Some teaching experience is preferred.

Consistent with the University’s strategic emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion across our community, the ideal candidate will be dedicated to fostering these values through teaching and research.

Initial screening will begin on February 10, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled.

The department currently consists of 14 tenured/tenure track faculty members. There are BS and MS degree programs in both Computer Science and Computer Information Systems with multiple concentrations. 

To apply, submit a letter of application mentioning the position desired, a curriculum vita, unofficial transcripts, and contact information for at least three references. Information regarding how the candidate will contribute to diversity in teaching, research, or service should be included within the letter of application or in a stand-alone diversity statement.
Please submit all materials at the time of initial application.

To apply for this position, please click on the link below:

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Employment with Bradley University is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.  

Bradley University is a top-ranked private university in Peoria, Illinois, that offers nearly 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students opportunities and resources of a larger university and the personal attention and exceptional learning experience of a smaller university. Located midway between Chicago and St. Louis, the Greater Peoria Area has a population of 414,000 and is one of the most innovative and family friendly cities in the nation according to
wallethub.com.

Bradley University offers a competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life and disability coverages, FSA, HSA, and retirement plan options. Bradley also offers significant higher education cost savings for employees and dependents through the Tuition Remission program. 

Bradley University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The administration, faculty and staff are committed to attracting qualified candidates from underrepresented groups. 
 
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