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Visiting Assistant Professor, Computer Science & Information Systems

Job Details

Posting Number:

20220040FAC

Job Title:

Visiting Assistant Professor, Computer Science & Information Systems

Type of Employment:

Regular Full-Time

Work Location:

Murray

Employment Term:

Academic Year

Position Type:

Faculty (Non-Tenure-Track)

Department:

Computer Science and Info Systems

Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Teach computer science topics at the baccalaureate level; engage and motivate students; participate in department, college and university service duties as assigned.

Minimum Education Requirements:

PhD in Computer Science or related field. ABDs with an assured completion before May 2023 will also be considered.

Minimum Experience and Skill Requirements:

Strong communication skills; the potential to develop excellent teaching skills and the ability to adapt to new teaching formats; expertise in programming and other topics related to computer science.

Preferred Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

Experience teaching undergraduate computer science classes. Expertise in computer architecture, parallel and distributed systems, embedded systems, and robotics is preferred, but qualified candidates in all areas of expertise will be considered.

Posting Date:

04/22/2022

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Along with the application, the following items must be included:

  • Letter of application
  • Curriculum Vitae which demonstrates your skill sets, credentials and degrees held as requested by the posted advertisement.
  • Student evaluation summaries with course titles included for the last three (3) years if available
  • If you are ABD, please include a statement that outlines your plan for completion which should also include the name of your committee chair, phone number and email address along with your anticipated defense date and anticipated graduation date (please submit under “Other Document”).

For best consideration, please submit a completed application along with all required materials by May 23, 2022. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Organization

For 100 years Murray State University has served students from the region, the nation and the world. Founded in 1922, the University has grown from an enrollment of 202 students to 9,500 today. Murray State blends educational opportunities found at research institutions with collaborative interactions among students, faculty and staff found at smaller universities.  Students receive personalized attention from supportive faculty and staff as the University offers a 16:1 student-to-faculty ratio.

 

Murray State University places our highest priority on student learning and excellent teaching, blending the range of educational opportunities often experienced at research institutions with the nurturing student-teacher interactions usually found at smaller universities.  Murray State embraces diversity in the workplace and values attracting, developing and maintaining a diverse, high-quality faculty, staff, and student body. The University endeavors to create and promote a culturally diverse community to be accepting of and sensitive to diversity in its many varied forms. Murray State has been continuously accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) since 1928. 

Recent Accolades: 

  • U.S. News & World Report (32 consecutive years as a top-tier university) and top 10 in south region for Top Public Schools, Best Value and Best College for Veterans 
  • Washington Monthly Best Bang for the Buck
  • G.I. Jobs Military Friendly School 
  • Forbes Best Employers List

 

 

Located in the west Kentucky region, Murray State is a public, comprehensive University with four colleges (business; science, engineering and technology; humanities and fine arts; education and human services)– and two schools (agriculture; nursing and health professions).  The University's 236-acre main campus is located in Murray, Kentucky and offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs, professional instruction, as well as continuing education programs. Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, as well as many other benefit offerings.

 

The city of Murray, located in Calloway County, offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. 

Company info
Website
Telephone
(270) 809-2146
Location
412 Sparks Hall
Murray
KY
42071
US

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