Professor of Practice in Computer Scienc

Fitchburg State University; Fitchburg (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

Pension plan

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation days

Sick days

Tuition remission

Job summary

Fitchburg State University invites applications for a five-year Professor of Practice in Computer Science to provide high-quality instruction at undergraduate and graduate levels while integrating current industry practices, including Gen AI, into the curriculum. The role includes advising, office hours, and participation in program assessment for ABET accreditation.

The appointment is 5-year, non-tenure-track, full-time and exempt, with a salary range of $65,000–$80,000 depending on experience

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD required/preferred as noted in the posting.
• Evidence of effective teaching and ability to integrate industry practices into instruction.
• Ability to teach a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses (theory, hardware, software, databases, networking, cybersecurity, etc.).
• Maintain required professional accreditations/certificates/licenses at time of hire and throughout the five-year contract.

Responsibilities

• Teach a 24-credit-hour workload per academic year (typically 4 courses/semester).
• Provide academic advising and hold office hours.
• Participate in curriculum review and program assessment for ABET accreditation.
• Contribute to promotional activities for CS/CIS and MS programs.
• Engage in professional development and service on committees.
• Support expansion of departmental teaching and research in AI and Cyber Security.

Skills

Teaching experience

Industry experience

Communication skills

Gen AI awareness

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

PhD in CS/CE (preferred)

Job description

Responsibilities

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: The Professor of Practice in Computer Science (5-year, non-tenure-track appointment) will provide high-quality undergraduate and graduate instruction, integrate current industry practices (including modern Gen AI processes) into the curriculum, and contribute to program development and student outcomes assessment in support of ABET accreditation. Responsibilities include teaching a 24-credit-hour workload per academic year (typically 4 courses/semester), academic advising, holding office hours, participating in curriculum review and program assessment, contributing to promotional activities for CS/CIS and MS programs, engaging in professional development, and serving on departmental and university committees. The position will also support expansion of departmental teaching and research in Artificial Intelligence and Cyber Security.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Master?s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited institution. (Candidates with a Bachelor?s degree plus =15 graduate-level credits in the subject area will be considered.)
• At least five (5) years of documented experience as an actively practicing professional in the discipline to be taught OR a Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Evidence of effective teaching and ability to integrate industry practices into instruction.
• Ability to teach a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses (theory, hardware, software, databases, networking, cybersecurity, etc.).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Maintain required professional accreditations/certificates/licenses at time of hire and throughout the five-year contract.
• Commitment to Working Effectively With Students From Diverse Backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated industry experience with modern software development methodologies, Gen AI applications, AI, and cybersecurity.
• Experience with ABET-aligned assessment and curriculum development.

Additional Information

Position ID: 202660

Appointment: Full-time, 9-month, exempt, benefits-eligible; 5-year Professor Of Practice Appointment Beginning 01/11/2027.

Salary $65,000 ? $80,000 annually (commensurate with experience; per MSCA Appendix O).

Bargaining Unit: Massachusetts State College Association (MSCA).

Posting Opened: 07/15/2026. Application Deadline: 09/13/2026 (11:59 PM EDT). Application review begins 09/15/2026.

Background checks: Criminal history and sexual offender record checks required for recommended finalists.

Equal Opportunity: Fitchburg State University is an equal opportunity employer and committed to diversity, inclusion, belonging, and social justice.

Application Materials Required: Cover letter, statement of teaching philosophy, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references.

Benefits package includes: Nine different pre-taxed, health insurance plan options. Pension or 401(a) defined contribution plan, and supplemental plan retirement options. Life insurance up to 8x the annual salary. Long-term disability coverage. Dental insurance. Twenty vacation days accrued per year. Fifteen sick days accrued per year. Five personal days per year. Paid holidays. Tuition remission for self, spouse, and dependent children.

Fitchburg State University conducts criminal history, and sexual offenders record checks on recommended finalists prior to final employment for all positions.