Assistant Professor of Computer Science
- Employer
- Texas Wesleyan University
- Location
- Texas, United States
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Date posted
- Nov 29, 2021
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Science, Technology & Mathematics, Computer Sciences & Technology
- Employment Level
- Tenured/Tenured Track
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Position Summary Designs and delivers instruction in undergraduate computer science courses with a focus on Cybersecurity offered by the School; participates in all departmental, various school, and University-wide tasks and activities, including student recruitment and academic advising. This position is tenure track. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Prepares lessons and provides instruction for coursework required for undergraduate computer science students.
- Adheres to the established class, office and exam schedules. Submits contracts, book requests, syllabi, grades, evaluations, and other required paperwork and reports by due dates.
- Participates in curriculum and program development work of the department and university general education core.
- Remains knowledgeable of current scholarly/research activities in computer science field by reading journal articles, attending professional conferences, and maintaining relationships with other fellow scholars and/or researchers in computer science field.
- Provides effective academic and career advising for students and participates in their scholarship activities.
- Participates in University-wide committees and professional development activities.
- Supervises and evaluates student interns as necessary.
- Represents the University by developing and maintaining strong relationships with profit and non-profit organizations.
- Other duties as assigned by the Dean.
- Ph.D. in computer science or closely related field is required.
- Experience teaching at the university level using active learning techniques and best practices classroom content delivery is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Thorough understanding of computer science and its application in the classroom.
- Evidence of excellence in and commitment to teaching college-level computer science courses.
- Ability to teach a variety of computer science courses.
- Familiarity with academic policies and procedures of higher education institutions.
- Ability to work effectively with other University personnel.
- Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
- Ability to provide service to both the University and the community.
- Ability to comply with rules, standards, regulations and laws related to student records.
- Ability to adhere to University and departmental policies and procedures.
- Ability to be discreet in handling confidential and sensitive matters while complying with FERPA regulations.
- Ability to demonstrate and provide excellent service to both the University and the community.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, papers, and periodicals.
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and professional papers.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups including students and colleagues.
- Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching at undergraduate level and quality research are required.
- A strong commitment to a global perspective and serving a diverse student body..
- Ability to teach and develop a broad range of Cybersecurity courses.
- Ability to conduct office hours.
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