Job location: Commerce TAMUC

Employment Type: Full-time
Posted data: 2019-10-29
Req: R-025466
Job Title

Assistant Professor-Computer Science & Information Systems

Agency

Texas A&M University - Commerce

Department

Computer Science & Info System

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Commerce, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:

During the application process you have one opportunity to upload documents as a combined PDF. The page “My Experience” has an area provided under Resume/CV to drop or upload the file.

This one combined PDF must include:

• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• Three professional references with complete contact information (Unsolicited letters of recommendation will not be considered).
• Transcripts – If required for the position (Unofficial will be accepted with application. Official transcripts are required at time of verbal offer).
  If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the prospective faculty member to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator.

All documents must be electronically submitted through the Texas A&M Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration.

SUMMARY:

The Department of Computer Science & Information Systems is seeking an individual to advance the area on combination of cybersecurity with Artificial Intelligent (AI) and Big Data. The successful candidate will be asked to help advance a critical field of computer science within the department. The successful candidate shall have research and/or industry experience in cybersecurity plus one area of AI, Big Data, software Systems, High Performance Computing, or Sensor Networks. The position is a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track position, at the Assistant Professor rank. The successful candidate will be required to teach undergraduate and graduate courses; advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students; develop an externally funded research program; seek to establish industry/research center partnerships; disseminate knowledge through presentations and publications; participate in all aspects of the department’s activities; and serve the profession. The successful candidate will be expected to collaborate with other researchers within the department, college, and across the university. This position begins Fall 2020.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Expertise in the area of AI, Big Data, software Systems, High Performance Computing, or Sensor Networks
• Experience in a Computer Science program
• Teach undergraduate and graduate computer science courses
• As needed, assist in and/or lead the development of new undergraduate and/or graduate courses
• Establish a strong publication record
• Disseminate knowledge through presentations and publications
• Actively seek and attract extramural funding and industry funded partnerships
• Establish a network within the regional industry and research centers
• Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students
• Actively engage and work cooperatively with the computer science faculty
• Serve on selected departmental, college and university committees
• Participate in all aspects of the department’s activities

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Earned doctorate in computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.

• Experience / Knowledge / Skills: Ability to:Scholarly publication record or demonstration of scholarly potential in the research area listed above. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a team of professionals. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Commitment to high quality teaching. Dedication to high standards and student success.
• Licensing/Professional Certifications: None

• Physical Requirements: None
• Other Requirements: None

PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE:

Demonstrated record of obtaining grants and/or extramural funding in an area of AI, Big Data, software Systems, High Performance Computing, or Sensor Networks. Experience with and/or working knowledge of ABET accreditation. One (1) year teaching experience at the Higher Education level.

SUPERVISION OF OTHERS:

May supervise Adjuncts, student workers and/or graduate assistants

This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned. Texas A&M University-Commerce is committed to promotion of diversity and thus the all employees are expected to facilitate a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and ability to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The University has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.