Term Faculty - Computer Science
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA
Full-time
Education
Posted on May 3, 2024
The Department of Computer Science of the College of Engineering (CoEgr) at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) has a term faculty (non-tenure-track) opening at all ranks. As part of a premier research university situated in Virginia's capital city, VCU's computer science department has bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs and collaborates closely with many VCU schools and departments including numerous health care investigations with researchers on VCU's MCV campus. Additional information about the department's programs and faculty may be found at http://www.egr.vcu.edu/departments/computer/.
Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
VCU is a Carnegie-classified very high research activity university, and is one of the top 100 universities (top 50 in public universities) in the U.S. in federal R&D expenditures. The College of Engineering is in an extensive growth stage, significantly increasing the number of its faculty as student enrollment rises. Embarked on rapid growth, the computer science department currently has 23 tenure-track, tenured and term faculty members.
This is a teaching-intensive, 9-month position renewable annually. Teaching responsibilities will be in the core undergraduate courses in all areas of Computer Science and serving as the Capstone (Senior Design) Coordinator for the department. Other responsibilities will include course and curriculum development, advising students, and serving on committees. Faculty member is expected to provide high quality instruction and to develop new courses as necessary.
Required qualifications: Demonstrated ability to teach computer science courses at the undergraduate level. The College of Engineering at VCU champions diversity, equity and inclusion in all that we do. Cultivating an ecosystem where differences are celebrated and our faculty, staff, and students have the opportunity to thrive is at the core of how we operate. The successful candidate will demonstrate experience that shows their commitment to fostering such an environment. Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential. An M.S. in computer science or a closely related discipline is required.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience teaching courses in basic programming languages and the ability to supervise capstone design projects is highly desired. A Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related area is preferred.
Application Process: Applicants should submit resume, the names and contact information for three professional references, diversity statement, and a statement of teaching interests uploaded to http://vcujobs.com. Only electronic materials submitted via the VCU Jobs Website will be accepted. This position will be posted until filled, however, priority consideration will be given to those who apply by May 24, 2024. Position is expected to start in August 2024. Please contact Dr. Caroline Budwell, Chair of the Search Committee, at ccbudwell@vcu.edu with questions.
Position Type: Teaching & Research Faculty
Full time equivalent: 1
Tenure: Ineligible
Rank: Open
Months: 9
Department: Computer Science
Salary: Commensurate
Contact Information:
Contact Name: Caroline Budwell
Contact Email: ccbudwell@vcu.edu
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