Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) - Data Science (Computer Systems Technology department)

Job Title: Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) - Data Science (Computer Systems Technology department)

Job ID: 23137

Location: NYC College of Technology

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

New York City College of Technology (City Tech) of the City University of New York (CUNY) is a comprehensive college of over 17,000 students in downtown Brooklyn, offering associate and baccalaureate degrees in technology and health related degree programs, other career-oriented degrees and liberal arts transfer degrees in its Schools of Arts and Sciences, Technology and Design, and Professional Studies. We are the largest public college of technology in New York State and exceptional in that we go beyond traditional class offerings to create a high-tech, hands-on educational experience for our students, to prepare them for a rapidly changing world. For the last five years, City Tech has been among the leaders in the diversity of the students it serves among all Comprehensive Colleges/Bachelor’s (North) in the annual survey by U.S. News and World Report. Students and faculty are from more than 120 countries and speak more than 85 languages, with many students the first in their families to attend college.

The Computer System Technology (CST) department at City Tech is engaged in the development of innovative associate and baccalaureate curricula to educate students in emerging information technologies and their application to business, science, the arts and other human endeavors, and prepare them for rewarding careers. It is the largest department at the College, offering an AAS degree in Computer Information Systems, a BTech in Computer Systems and a BS in Data Science, with multiple areas of concentration. The CST department is part of the School of Technology and Design, which provides a unique environment for interdisciplinary research and learning.

The Computer Systems Technology department at City Tech invites applications for a tenure-track, Assistant Professor position. The CST department is seeking a candidate with expertise in Data Science, our newest degree program. The Department seeks an innovative individual, having both a solid theoretical background and technical expertise in various areas of computer science and/or data science. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching, research, and guidance duties. They will also be responsible for committee and departmental assignments, and administrative, supervisory, and other functions as may be assigned. The position requires a commitment to teaching, scholarly research resulting in publications and presentations, sustained service to the department and college, and academic advisement. The Assistant Professor will be expected to actively participate in College/University-wide initiatives and function collaboratively in department level efforts, playing an active role in the creation, development, and assessment of department curricula and maintaining the academic vitality of the department

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Ph.D. degree in Computer Science/Data Science or related fields with expertise in Data Science. Also required are the ability to teach successfully, demonstrated scholarship or achievement, and ability to cooperate with others for the good of the institution. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in hand by the date of appointment in August 2022 for a fall appointment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The preferred candidate would have at least two years college level teaching experience and would join a growing team of faculty working to develop and teach undergraduate courses focused in these areas. The ideal candidate would have experience and show interest in creating new courses to meet emerging workforce needs, as well as experience in teaching general computer courses currently offered by the department. Research and publication, and other evidence of scholarly growth and achievement, are required for tenure and promotion.

COMPENSATION

CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

HOW TO APPLY

Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information. Candidates should provide a cover letter summarizing teaching philosophy and research area, CV/resume and letters of recommendation.

CLOSING DATE

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, with review of applications to begin on or after December 11, 2021.

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.