Professional Practice Associate Professor

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Negotiated salary and start-up packages

Job summary

The Ohio State University in Columbus is seeking a Professional Practice Associate Professor to develop and deliver courses within the computer science curriculum. The role involves engaging in outreach to enhance the department’s visibility and participating in departmental committees.

The ideal candidate should have a Ph.D. in a relevant field and evidence of teaching and mentoring experience. The position offers opportunities for professional development and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in computer science, computer engineering, or related field completed by the time of appointment.
• Evidence of teaching and/or mentoring experience in the computing field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver courses within the computer science curriculum.
• Engage in outreach and enhance the department’s visibility.
• Participate in departmental committees and service activities.

Skills

Leadership and Collaboration

Teaching and Mentoring

Communication Skills

Independence and Initiative

Innovative Thinking

Education

Ph.D. in computer science or related field

Job description

Job Title

Professional Practice Associate Professor

Department

Computer Science and Engineering, College of Engineering, Ohio State University

Position Overview

These are untenured clinical‑track five‑year contract faculty positions. The role involves developing, enhancing, and teaching courses and academic programs across the computer science curriculum, participating in outreach and engagement, and contributing to departmental service activities.

Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance, and deliver courses and academic programs within the computer science curriculum.
• Engage in outreach and engagement activities to increase the department’s visibility.
• Participate in departmental committees and serve the department through service activities.

Performance Objectives

• Assistant‑level Appointment
  • Excellence in teaching and adoption of best teaching practices.
  • Leadership in designing course curricula and programs.
  • Leadership in extracurricular student activities and organizations.
  • Leadership in service in education, both within and outside the university.
• Associate/Full Appointment
  • Strong record in teaching courses and adopting best teaching practices.
  • Strong record in academic program development.
  • Strong record of service and leadership in the field.
  • Strong record of mentorship (students or employees).

Education and Experience Requirements

Required:

• Ph.D. in computer science, computer engineering, or a closely related computing field, completed by the time of appointment.
• Evidence of teaching and/or mentoring teams (students or employees) in the computing field.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience developing new courses and degree programs.
• Experience with online teaching, experiential teaching, informal learning, or outreach.
• Experience teaching at graduate, undergraduate, or professional levels.
• Student and peer feedback on teaching effectiveness.
• Curricular and content development and innovations.
• Textbook and course material development.
• Pedagogical innovations or publications about teaching in computing.
• Development of novel educational programs.
• Participation in committees and organizations connecting the department to broader initiatives.
• Contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching, curricular development, or outreach.
• Clear plans to create and oversee engagement with industrial or government partners.

Skills Required for Success

Assistant Professor Appointment

• Leadership and Collaboration: Demonstrate leadership and effective collaboration in a professional academic setting.
• Teaching and Mentoring: Experience or training in teaching and mentoring within a professional context.
• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Independence and Initiative: Ability to work independently and lead projects proactively.
• Innovative Thinking: Open to sharing ideas, continuously learning, and displaying innovative thinking.

Associate/Full Appointment

• Proven Leadership and Collaboration: Demonstrated track record of leadership and collaboration.
• Advanced Teaching and Mentoring Skills: Advanced teaching and mentoring within a professional context.
• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proven Independence and Initiative: Independence and proactive leadership.
• Innovative Thinking: Innovative thinking and continuous learning.

Additional Information

The final offer will be based on qualifications and experience. Salary and start‑up packages will be negotiated by the department chair.

Ohio State offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Location

Dreese Laboratories (0279)

Employment Type

Regular

Shift

First Shift

EEO Statement

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and persons with disabilities.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. Additional drug or health screens may be required.

Contact

Prof. Radu Teodorescu, [e-mail]

How to Apply

Please submit application through Workday. Review materials above. Application review will begin on November 1st, 2025.

Required Application Materials

• Cover Letter (1 page)
• CV/Resume (no picture)
• Teaching Statement (narrative with vision, strategies, courses)
• Mentoring Statement (1‑page narrative)
• Three references available upon request (do not include references in application)