Computer Science Professor — Teaching, Research & Mentorship

Alcorn State University; Lorman (MS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Alcorn State University seeks an Assistant/Associate Professor of Computer Science to teach and conduct undergraduate CS courses across a range of topics including programming, databases, networking, and UNIX/Linux. The role includes mentoring students, curriculum development, and active participation in departmental activities.

The position emphasizes excellence in teaching and research within a supportive university environment, with responsibilities spanning classroom instruction, lab

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Computer Science preferred.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science or Mathematics.
• Strong evidence of excellence in research and teaching in higher education.

Responsibilities

• Conducts a requisite number of classes.
• Teaches assigned subject.
• Teach undergraduate computer science courses, including computer applications, languages, databases, UNIX/Linux programming, networking, and OOP.
• Provides guidance and supervision to students.
• Creates and maintains an environment conducive to teaching, learning and research.
• Preparation and formulation of curricula focused on the subject.
• Participates in departmental meetings and holds office hours.
• Maintains equipment in the laboratory.
• Arranges laboratory sessions and provides materials to students.
• Provides academic support to other faculty members.
• Serves on departmental and University committees.

Skills

Mathematics Education

Mentoring students

Strong communication

Time management

Collaboration

Teaching excellence

Education

Ph.D. in Computer Science

B.Sc. in Computer Science or Mathematics

Job description

Alcorn State University seeks an Assistant/Associate Professor of Computer Science to teach and conduct undergraduate CS courses across a range of topics including programming, databases, networking, and UNIX/Linux. The role includes mentoring students, curriculum development, and active participation in departmental activities.

The position emphasizes excellence in teaching and research within a supportive university environment, with responsibilities spanning classroom instruction, lab