Professor

Seneca College; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Seneca College is looking for a dedicated professor for its School of Computer Programming and Analysis. The ideal candidate will develop and deliver engaging courses, leveraging their extensive industry experience in computer programming and software testing. A strong commitment to equity and excellent communication skills are essential for creating an inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in a relevant field.
• 1 year post-secondary teaching experience and 5 years industry experience.
• Commitment to equity in education necessary.

Responsibilities

• Deliver courses effectively, using various instructional strategies.
• Develop and evaluate course curricula.
• Participate in academic leadership and advisory committees.

Skills

Knowledge of software development lifecycle

Experience in software testing

Understanding of testing methodologies

Excellent communication skills

Research skills

Education

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Tools

Jira

Github

Job description

Reporting to the Chair of the School of Computer Programming and Analysis, the professor is responsible for developing, preparing, and delivering courses within the Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering Technology (FASET) ensuring an effective and compelling learning environment for students.

Responsible for teaching course(s) in at the Diploma level in the School of Computer Programming and Analysis

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the senior academic officer of the Polytechnic or designate, the Professor is responsible for :

Teaching :

• Ensuring student awareness of course objectives, approach, and evaluation techniques.
• Incorporating active learning strategies in online, hybrid, flexible, and in-person classes.
• Implementing appropriate educational technology and tools in online, hybrid, flexible, and in-person classes.
• Carrying out regularly scheduled instruction, which may include tutoring and academic counselling of students.
• Providing a learning environment that makes effective use of available resources, work experience and field trips.
• Ensuring an equitable and accessible learning community.
• Designing formative and summative assessments (alternative and authentic).
• Evaluating student progress / achievement and assuming responsibility for the overall assessment of the student's work within assigned courses.

Course and Curriculum Development :

• Consulting with program and course directors and other faculty members, advisory committees, accrediting agencies, potential employers and students.
• Defining course objectives and evaluating and validating these objectives.
• Specifying or approving learning approaches, necessary resources, etc.
• Developing individualized instruction and multi-media presentations where applicable.
• Selecting or approving textbooks and learning materials.

Academic Leadership :

• Providing guidance to Instructors relative to the instructors’ teaching assignments.
• Participating in the work of curriculum and other consultative committees as requested.

Other :

• Lead academic activities such as applied research.
• Contribute to other areas of activity ancillary to the academic programs of the school such as secondary school liaison and outreach.

Qualifications

Education

• Minimum of a completed master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or closely related field. If education is in a related field, state how it is relevant.

Experience

• Minimum of one (1) year of teaching experience at the post-secondary level.
• Minimum five (5) years of industry experience in computer programming.

Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in :

Experience in creating test plans, test cases, and test scripts.

• Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and software testing methodologies (e.g., Waterfall, Agile)
• Hands-on experience in software testing, preferably in various domains such as web, mobile, and desktop applications.
• Knowledge in Jira and Github
• Experience with test automation and continuous integration / continuous deployment (CI / CD) pipelines.
• Ability to explain complex concepts in a clear and understandable manner.
• Demonstrated research skills with industry connections.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and human relation skills to interact effectively with the College’s multi-cultural / racial / able staff and student population is required, as is an understanding of and commitment to equity in education.
• Commitment to a team approach for problem solving and conflict resolution.

Note : A teaching demonstration will be required during the recruitment process.