Assistant Professor of Information Technology

Middle Georgia State University; United States; Remote; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life Insurance

Retirement

Job summary

Middle Georgia State University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Information Technology. This is a ten-month tenure-track position within the Department of Information Technology, requiring teaching across undergraduate and graduate IT programs, with travel between Cochran, Dublin, Macon and Warner Robins campuses and online teaching experience.

The successful candidate will contribute to teaching, scholarship, and service, with a record of research and publication and the

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Software Development, GIS, Computer Science, Information Systems, or closely related disciplines

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate IT core and elective courses.
• Engage in scholarly activities leading to peer-reviewed publications.
• Provide service to the department, college, and university. Travel between campuses and online teaching may be required.

Skills

Teaching experience

Online teaching experience

Research & publication

Education

PhD or equivalent in Information Technology or related disciplines

Job description

Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree-granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses-Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins, all located in central Georgia-and global outreach through its fully-online campus. Its enrollment of 8,400 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia’s 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia’s flagship aviation program, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state.

Department Information

The Department of Information Technology has programs that prepare students to solve problems and apply new technologies within an increasingly interconnected and changing global environment. They emphasize career success through lifelong learning and professional development at all levels of the curriculum. The Department offers a Bachelor of Science (BSIT), Master of Science (MSIT), and Doctor of Science (DScIT) in Information Technology. Middle Georgia State¿s Bachelor of Science in Information Technology program is accredited by ABET. MGA is also designed as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CDE) by the National Security Agency.

Job Summary

The Department of Information Technology within the School of Computing at Middle Georgia State University is seeking candidates for an Assistant Professor of Information Technology. This is a ten-month tenure track which involves teaching, scholarship, and service.

Responsibilities

Teaching responsibilities will be at the undergraduate and graduate level (Master and Doctoral) programs. Candidates should be able to teach a variety of IT cores and elective courses within the IT program ( http://www.mga.edu/it ). Teaching responsibilities may include day and/or evening classes. Travel between campuses (Cochran, Dublin, Macon and Warner Robins) will be required. Online teaching experience is required. In addition to teaching, job requirements include service to the institution; an active research and scholarly activities leading to publication in peer-reviewed journals.

Required Qualifications

Required Educational Qualifications

PhD or equivalent in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Software Development, Geographic Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Systems, or closely related disciplines

Other Required Qualifications

Reasonable record of teaching and scholarship that warrants appointment at the rank of assistant professor.

Other Experience Qualifications

Experience in teaching undergraduate and graduate levels.

Experience teaching in online or technology-enhanced learning environments.

Required Documents to Attach

• Letter of interest including teaching philosophy
• Unofficial Academic Transcripts (undergraduate and graduate)

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Middle Georgia State University is committed to four core values in what we do and represent: CORE VALUES: Stewardship – Engagement – Adaptability – Learning

Middle Georgia State University is committed to ensuring a safe learning environment that supports the dignity of all members of the University community. Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG) and Middle Georgia State University. Pursuant to Board of Regents Policy Section 6.6 , federal and state laws and regulations, and our vision, mission, and values, Middle Georgia State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (“protected status”). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any USG program or activity because of the individual’s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual’s protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

Other Information

This is a full-time, 10-month, faculty position and includes a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include:

• Health insurance
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance
• Retirement

Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation, including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with MGA, as determined by MGA in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.