Job no: 496724
Work type: Faculty 9-Month
Location: Jacksonville (Main Campus)
Categories: Faculty

Jacksonville State University

Computer Science Faculty Position

The Department of Mathematical, Computing, and Information Sciences (MCIS) of Jacksonville State University’s College of Arts, Humanities, and Sciences invites applications for a tenure track position for Assistant Professor of Computer Science. JSU’s program is ABET accredited.

The successful candidate is responsible for instructional work to facilitate student comprehension and application of concepts, skills, and behaviors that contribute to the development of mature, able, and responsible members of society. This position exists to provide educational services to traditional and non-traditional students during the day or evening at both the undergraduate and graduate level. Relevant skills include expertise in data science, web development, information systems, networking & security, or game design. Pedagogical as well as discipline area research activity is encouraged. The faculty member will be expected to teach in person on campus. Course delivery methods may also include online or hybrid instruction.

More information about the MCIS department may be found at http://www.jsu.edu/mcis/index.html

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in a computing field such as Computer Science or Information Systems. Quality teaching experience is highly desired.

Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume or CV and unofficial transcripts to be considered for the position. Official transcripts will be required upon hire. To apply for this position, please follow this link.

This position has an anticipated start date of August 1, 2025.

Located in the Appalachian foothills of northeast Alabama, midway between Birmingham and Atlanta, JSU is home to more than 9,600 students representing 61 countries. As a learning-centered university, it strives to challenge students academically in a responsive environment, meeting their educational, career and personal goals. As an academic institution, it seeks to produce broadly educated graduates prepared for global engagement. As a public, comprehensive university, it promotes excellence in scholarly and service activities consistent with its academic and professional strengths. For a complete list of Goals, Core Values and Strategies to fulfill this Mission, go to the JSU Strategic Plan home page.

Academically JSU offers 101 academic programs and concentrations, including bachelor's, master's, post-baccalaureate, doctoral and advanced certificate programs in a variety of disciplines that prepare graduates for meaningful careers and ongoing education. More than 40 online programs are offered. The University features six colleges on its 459-acre campus – Arts, Humanities, and Sciences; Business and Industry; Education and Professional Studies; Health Professions and Wellness; Social and Behavioral Sciences and Library. Most academic programs have discipline-specific accreditations, a reflection of their quality and JSU’s commitment to excellence.

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Equal Employment Opportunity: JSU is an Equal Employment, Equal Opportunity, and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Advertised: Aug 29 2024 Central Daylight Time
Applications close: Oct 01 2024 Central Daylight Time