Assistant Professor of Computer Science (Tenure-Track)

Eastern-Ct-State-University; Windham (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern Connecticut State University is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Computer Science to teach undergraduate courses at all levels, with a 12-credit-hour workload per semester. The position includes curriculum development and active scholarly engagement within a liberal arts environment.

The role also entails undergraduate mentoring, advising, and service to the department, university, and community, with emphasis on inclusivity and teaching excellence.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field, completed before August 2027.
• Ability to teach Java and upper-level courses in Software Engineering, Computer Architecture, Algorithms, or OS.
• Ability to teach core courses and develop specialized electives.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate computer science courses at all levels.
• Curriculum development, research, undergraduate student research mentoring, advising and service.
• Engage in department, university and community service.

Skills

Java Programming

Teaching

Undergraduate Advising

Curriculum Development

Education

Ph.D. in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Assistant Professor of Computer Science (Tenure Track)

Department: Computer Science

The Department of Computer Science at Eastern Connecticut State University is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the Assistant Professor of Computer Science (Tenure Track) position. Eastern is Connecticut’s Public Liberal Arts University and is located in Willimantic, Connecticut which is 1.5 hours from Boston and 2.5 hours from New York City. Eastern is one of four universities in the Connecticut State College and University System (CSCU). The position also offers substantial health and retirement benefits.

Applicants must have a strong commitment to teaching excellence, scholarship, student advisement, and departmental, university and community service. Eastern is especially interested in faculty with demonstrated excellence in teaching computer science in a liberal arts curriculum and sensitivity to diverse populations and perspectives.

The department is seeking individuals with expertise in one or more of the following areas: Software Engineering, Computer Architecture, Computer Algorithms, Design and Implementation of Programming Languages, and Operating Systems.

Position Description

The applicant is expected to teach undergraduate computer science courses at all levels. The workload is equivalent to 12 credit hours per semester. Responsibilities for the position also include curriculum development, research, undergraduate student research mentoring, advising, and service to the department.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field, completed before August 2027. Commitment to undergraduate education and scholarly research in a dynamic discipline and a liberal arts environment.
• Demonstrated excellence or strong potential to teach Java Programming and upper-level courses in either Software Engineering, Computer Architecture, Computer Algorithms, Design and Implementation of Programming Languages, or Operating Systems.
• Ability to teach core courses as well as develop specialized electives.

Compensation and Employee Benefits

The Assistant Professor of Computer Science is compensated at the Assistant Professor of Computer Science salary level in accordance with Connecticut State University American Association of University Professors (CSU-AAUP) Collective Bargaining Unit Agreement.

For more information, please visit Bargaining Agreements/Pay Plans - Eastern.

The State of Connecticut and Eastern Connecticut State University are proud to offer its employees competitive wages and a wide range of fringe benefits including voluntary and supplemental benefits.

• paid personal, vacation and sick leave accruals; medical, dental, and prescription plans; group life insurance; retirement; retiree health care; tuition waiver for employee and eligible dependents at any of the Connecticut State Universities (Central, Eastern, Southern or Western) as well as an array of voluntary and supplemental benefits such as Deferred Retirement Contribution plans, Dependent Care Assistance and Medical Flexible spending accounts; long and short term disability insurance plans.

For more detailed information, please visit Human Resources - Eastern.

Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Statement

Eastern Connecticut State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or criminal record. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: LaMar Coleman, Ed.D., Vice President for Equity and Diversity. Dr. Coleman can be reached at: 860-465-5112 or via email at: [e-mail].