Assistant Professor

East Carolina University       

Assistant Professor
Vacancy #:  929921
Recruitment Range:  Commensurate with qualifications
Closing Date:  Open Until Filled

Organizational Unit Overview           

The Computer Science department has ten tenured or tenure-track positions and also employs fixed-term and adjunct instructors. Current areas of research in the department include software engineering, data management and mining, artificial intelligence, machine learning, cognitive computing, information retrieval, programming languages, and computer science education. Last year, the department received a $2 million NSF grant to revolutionize the professional formation of computer scientists and software engineers. The department is also partnering with the College of Education on a $1 million NSF grant as part of the "Computer Science for All” initiative, focusing on activity at the middle school level.

The department offers five degree programs: a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, a Bachelor of Science degree in Software Engineering, and Master’s degrees in Computer Science, Data Science, and Software Engineering. Approximately 470 undergraduate and 80 graduate students are enrolled in these programs.

East Carolina University is a Doctoral/Research-Intensive level university with an enrollment of over 29,000 students. We offer a distinctive educational experience based on a strong tradition of teaching excellence, comprehensive research, and regional outreach. The campus is located in Greenville, North Carolina, about 25 minutes from the Pamlico Sound, one-and-half hours either from the state capital (Raleigh) or the beaches of the Outer Banks.

Job Duties                                               

The Department of Computer Science at East Carolina University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level, to begin August 2022.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Computer Science and Software Engineering, mentor diverse students, develop collaborative research, establish an externally funded research program, and publish scholarly work.

Minimum Education/Experience       

Candidates are required to have a terminal degree in Software Engineering or Computer Science from a regionally accredited institution and a demonstrated potential for developing a research program at ECU; however, ABD with significant qualifications may be considered for initial employment. ABD candidates will be initially appointed at the probationary rank of Assistant Professor and must have the terminal degree conferred prior to his/her first reappointment. Rank will be commensurate with education and experience.

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

The department is particularly interested in strong candidates in areas including software engineering, cybersecurity, data management, and AI/machine learning. Preferred candidates have a demonstrated record of scholarly work and potential to establish a robust research program, dedication to high-quality teaching, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and commitment to collaborate with diverse internal and external groups.

Special Instructions to Applicant       

East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae/resume, and a list of four references, including contact information, online. In addition, please submit additional documents #1 and # 2: Statement of Research Interests/Plans (2 pages), and Statement of Teaching Philosophy, Experience, and Interests (2 pages). Additionally, original letters of reference will be collected through PeopleAdmin as required for employment. Please be aware that if selected as a candidate of choice, an automatic e-mail will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the References section of the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of reference submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered towards meeting this requirement. For letters of reference not submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system, please have the original signed letters mailed to Ebony Applewhite-Wiggins, College of Engineering and Technology, 100 Science and Technology Building, Mail Stop 507, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC 27858. The candidate of choice will also be required to submit an original official transcript.

Additional Instructions to Applicant

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

Applications will be considered until position is filled. Please submit an online ECU application for vacancy # 929921 to ECU Human Resources at http://jobs.ecu.edu.

ECU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and family-friendly environment in which all faculty and staff can excel and achieve work/life balance.  We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status. 

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