Assistant Professor, Computer Science/Computer Information Systems | Riverside Community Colleg[...]

Riverside Community College District; Norco (CA); On-site; USD 86,023 - 132,539; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Health benefits

Life insurance

Professional development

College resources

Job summary

Riverside Community College District in Norco, CA invites applications for the Assistant Professor position in Computer Science/Computer Information Systems. This 10‑month, tenure‑track role offers a salary range from $86,023 to $132,539 and requires teaching, curriculum development, assessment, and service to the department and campus.

The candidate will maintain currency in CS and CIS, develop syllabi, teach lectures and labs, and participate in outcomes assessment to improve teaching, while

Qualifications

• Master's in computer science or computer engineering; or Bachelor’s plus Master’s in mathematics, cybernetics, business administration, accounting, or engineering.
• Or Bachelor’s degree plus Master’s in information science, computer information systems, or information systems.
• All degrees must be from accredited institutions.
• Minimum two years of teaching at a community college or baccalaureate level.
• Minimum four years of industry experience as a software engineer or related position.
• Knowledge of modern software design, construction, production, deployment, and documentation.
• A terminal degree in computer science or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain currency in the field of computer science and information systems.
• Maintain and report accurate scholastic records, including attendance.
• Assist in the growth of a diverse student population through effective teaching and feedback.
• Develop and file appropriate syllabi for each course.
• Teach lecture and laboratory classes in the discipline.
• Participate in outcomes assessment and use results to improve teaching.
• Allocate a workload of forty hours weekly, including instruction, preparation, evaluation, office hours, committee work, curriculum development, and student activities.
• Complete annual "flex credit" and participate in institutional service activities.
• Participate in department decision‑making on curriculum and program development.
• Maintain professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the position.
• Teach online or off‑campus evening and weekend classes as needed.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum development

Student support

Assessment

Outcomes assessment

Education

Master's in CS or CE

Bachelor's + Master's in Mathematics

Bachelor's + Master's in Information Systems

Job description

Assistant Professor, Computer Science/Computer Information Systems

Norco, California – Full‑time, tenure‑track, 10‑month position (Salary range $86,023 – $132,539, graded from Column C Step 1 to Column H Step 6).

Position Overview

Assistant Professor in the Computer Science/Computer Information Systems Department at Norco College supports a diverse student body – 58 % Latinx, 7 % Asian American, 6 % African American, 22 % White – and serves as part of the School of Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Information Systems and Game Development. The role involves teaching, curriculum development, student support, assessment, and service to the department and campus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain currency in the field of computer science and information systems.
• Maintain and report accurate scholastic records, including attendance.
• Assist in the growth of a diverse student population through effective teaching and feedback.
• Develop and file appropriate syllabi for each course.
• Teach lecture and laboratory classes in the discipline.
• Participate in outcomes assessment and use results to improve teaching.
• Allocate a workload of forty hours weekly, including instruction, preparation, evaluation, office hours, committee work, curriculum development, and student activities.
• Complete annual "flex credit" and participate in institutional service activities.
• Participate in department decision‑making on curriculum and program development.
• Maintain professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the position.
• Teach online or off‑campus evening and weekend classes as needed.

Education

• Master's in computer science or computer engineering; or Bachelor’s plus Master’s in mathematics, cybernetics, business administration, accounting, or engineering.
• Or Bachelor’s degree plus Master’s in information science, computer information systems, or information systems.
• All degrees must be from accredited institutions.

Experience

• Minimum two years of teaching at a community college or baccalaureate level.
• Minimum four years of industry experience as a software engineer or related position.
• Knowledge of modern software design, construction, production, deployment, and documentation.
• A terminal degree in computer science or a related field is preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

None required.

Commitment to Diversity

The successful candidate will demonstrate responsiveness to the racial, socioeconomic, academic, and cultural diversity of the community college student population and possess knowledge of equitable instructional practices. Experience working with historically underserved students and an understanding of equity issues in the classroom are preferred.

Conditions of Employment

• Ten‑month, tenure‑track faculty position.
• Salary commensurate with preparation and experience, graded from Column C Step 1 to Column H Step 6.
• Medical and dental benefits for employee and legal dependents.
• $50,000 life insurance policy.
• Orientation and adherence to Instructional Improvement policy.
• Full‑time commitment to district and college activities, committees, and student services.

Benefits

• Competitive wages.
• Employer‑paid health and dental benefits.
• Life insurance policy.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Access to college resources and support services.

EEO and Disability Accommodation

The Riverside Community College District complies with all federal and state rules regarding employment nondiscrimination and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. The District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, heritage, national origin, religion, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or any protected status. For disability accommodations, contact the District's Human Resources at (951) 222‑8595.