• Assistant Professor - Teaching, Computer Science

    Wayne State University (Detroit, MI)


    Assistant Professor - Teaching, Computer Science

     

    Wayne State University is searching for an experiencedAssistant Professor - Teaching, Computer Scienceat its Detroit campus location.

     

    Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

    Essential functions (job duties):

    Job duties include teaching, curriculum development, course assessment, and participation in departmental service. Some travel to satellite campuses may be required. Research activities are encouraged but not required.

    Qualifications:

    Successful candidates will teach a wide variety of Computer Science courses including, but not limited to, introductory programming, software engineering, ethics & computing, algorithm design & analysis, computer organization/architecture, operating systems, and databases. Knowledge of common programming languages such as C, C++, Java, & Python is expected. An earned Ph.D. in Computer Science or closely related field is required. Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching in a diverse environment. Previous instructional experience is preferred.

     

    Applications must include 1) Vita/Resume, 2) Cover Letter, 3) References, 4) Certification, 5) Teaching Statement

     

    Must upload a Teaching Statement, in addition to the Cover Letter & CV. You may upload your Teaching Statement into either the Certification or Other fields as attachments.

    School/College/Division:

    H05 - College of Engineering

    Primary department:

    H1215 - Computer Science

    Employment type:

    + Regular Employee

    + Job type: Full Time

    + Job category: Academic/Faculty

    Funding/salary information:

    + Compensation type: Annual Salary

    + Salary minimum: TBD

    + Salary hire maximum: TBD

    Working conditions:

    This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between WSU and the WSU Chapter of the American Association of University Professors, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

    Job openings:

    + Number of openings: 1

     

    University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.

    Equal employment opportunity statement:

    Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, familial status, marital status, height, weight, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The university welcomes applications from persons with disabilities and veterans. Wayne State is an equal opportunity employer.