Assistant Professor - Computing Sciences

Koitecc Solutions; Village of Brockport, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

SUNY Brockport invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position in the Department of Computing Sciences. The successful candidate will teach CS courses, support CIS/Cybersecurity programs, conduct scholarly research, and participate in service at various levels. Start date: August 2027.

The role emphasizes teaching excellence, mentoring students, and contributing to a vibrant academic community at SUNY Brockport.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Computer Science or closely related discipline by appointment.
• Ability to teach CS courses at all levels and CIS/Cybersecurity support.
• Develop and maintain an active research program.
• Commitment to mentoring diverse students.

Responsibilities

• Teach required and elective CS courses; manage 3-3 or 4-4 load with scholarship release.
• Provide academic advising and mentorship to students.
• Engage in scholarly activity, publish in peer-reviewed venues.
• Participate in department, college, and professional service.

Skills

Teaching CS

Advising

Mentorship

Research

Service

Education

Ph.D. in CS

Job description

Founded in 1835, State University of New York (SUNY) Brockport is an exceptional regional comprehensive public university that offers high-quality undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the arts, business, education, health, humanities, social sciences, and STEM. The University’s curriculum is grounded in the liberal arts and sciences and emphasizes experiential learning.

Located only a few miles from Lake Ontario in a quaint “Village on the Erie Canal,” SUNY Brockport is conveniently situated between the cities of Rochester and Buffalo — the fourth and second largest cities in New York State. Inspiring excellence through growth, engagement, and transformation is our mission. Join the inclusive community of dedicated faculty, staff, and students who together are Building a Better Brockport!

SUNY Brockport has a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an affirmative action equal opportunity employer. We welcome individuality and encourage you to utilize your unique talents and bring your skills as we collaboratively strive to build meaningful lives and vibrant communities.

SUMMARY

The Department of Computing Sciences at SUNY Brockport invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position. The successful candidate will be expected to teach required and elective courses in the Computer Science program, as well as courses supporting the Computer Information Systems and/or Cybersecurity programs. Additional responsibilities include conducting scholarly research leading to refereed publications in the candidate's area of specialization and actively participating in departmental, college, and professional service appropriate to rank. This position will begin in August of 2027.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Essential Functions:

Teaching (50%)

• Expected 3-3 course load (4-4 course load with a 1-1 course release for an active program of scholarship). For these purposes, a course refers to a 3-credit course or equivalent.
• Teaches lower and upper division courses in Computer Science, and courses in support of the Computer Information Systems, and/or Cybersecurity programs, up to 18 credits per academic year. Engaging with students as required by the learning process and trends in the discipline.
• Provides academic advising and mentorship to students.

Scholarship and Service (50%)

Scholarly Activity

Engages in discipline specific scholarly activity to produce scholarly publications and related scholarly/creative work:Produces scholarly publications in peer-reviewed national or international journals, conduct professional presentations at regional and national conferences, and engages in other scholarly/creative activities.

Service

• Engages in enrollment and retention initiatives.
• Attends University events.
• Provides service to the department, University, community, and profession.
• Works as members of appropriate committees.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Work Schedule:

Variable

Benefits:

This position is benefits eligible. Find out more about benefits at Careers@Brockport.

Best consideration will be given to applications submitted by October 2, 2026.

Please note, if you have retired from a New York State Public Employee Retirement System (Teachers Retirement System or Employees Retirement System), you may be subject to an earnings limitation. Please familiarize yourself with the rules and regulations when applying for this position.

Background Investigation Statement:

All applicants are subject to a pre-employment background check.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing:

Pre-employment drug test and DOT physical may be required for positions requiring a valid Class A or B CDL driver's license with passenger endorsement.

Non-Discrimination Statement/Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer:

SUNY Brockport does not discriminate. SUNY Brockport is an Affiliated Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual’s race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the university community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law, or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

Diversity Statement:

SUNY Brockport is committed to creating and maintaining an equitable environment that welcomes, values, and supports individuals and communities who affirm human dignity. The University provides opportunities for engagement, learning, growth, and transformation to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive institution.

Reasonable Accommodations:

SUNY Brockport provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, veterans, or wounded warriors where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Office of Human Resources or email your request to Tamara Gouger, AVP for Human Resources and ADA Coordinator, at [e-mail]. Determinations or requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

SUNY Brockport is an AA/EEO/ADA employer. The University actively seeks applications from women, veterans, individuals with a disability, members of underrepresented groups or anyone that would enrich the diversity of the University.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Computer Science or in a closely related discipline by time of appointment from a college or university accredited by the U.S. Department of Education or an internationally recognized college or university. ABD (all but dissertation) hires must earn their doctoral degree within six months of appointment
• Ability to teach Computer Science courses at all levels and courses in support of the Computer Information Systems and/or Cybersecurity programs
• Ability to develop and maintain an active research program
• Willingness and desire to mentor students from diverse educational backgrounds

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated interest and ability to teach classes in one or more but not limited to the following areas of Computer Science: Object-oriented programming, Data Structures and Algorithms, Software Development on Windows/Unix platforms, Web development, Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning, Data Analytics, Cloud Computing, Operating Systems, Theory of Computation, Information Technology and Cybersecurity
• Ability to develop new courses in areas of specialization
• Prior teaching experience at the University level
• Demonstrated commitment to exemplary teaching
• Ability to effectively engage faculty, staff, and students in a collegial and collaborative manner