• Assistant Professor of Computer Science

    Utica University (Utica, NY)


    Position Information

    **Job Title** Assistant Professor of Computer Science

    **Posting Number** F00806

    **Position Type** Faculty - Tenure Track

    **Unionized Position Code** AAUP

    **Hours/Schedule** Hours may vary based on operational needs.

    **Campus** Main Campus, Utica NY

    **Date Position Available** 08/01/2025

    **Posted Salary** $63,500

    **FLSA Status** Exempt

    **Benefits Eligible** Yes

    **If yes, please select:** All Benefits

     

    Position Summary Information

    Position Summary

    The Computer Science Department at Utica University invites applications for a tenure-track position beginning Fall 2025 at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor.

     

    **Location** Utica, NY

    **Application Deadline** 05/23/2025

    ***Full consideration by*:** 05/23/2025

    **Open Until Filled** No

    Major Responsibilities

    The candidate will be expected to teach at the undergraduate and graduate level, maintain an active research program, and contribute to service at the institution. The teaching load is generally 24 contact hours per academic year (approximately eight courses per year).

    Driving Responsibilities

    Travel

     

    Supervises

    Education Required

    Certification Required

    Education & Experience Qualifications

    The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field and have at least 1 semester of teaching experience in higher education. They should have a strong background in advising student research at both undergraduate and graduate levels and some experience and interest in grant writing. A deep understanding of Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Software Engineering is required, along with experience teaching courses in Networking and Network Security, Operating Systems, and Programming Languages. Additionally, the candidate should have experience mentoring and training competitive programming teams and leading assessment efforts to meet program- and department-level goals.

    Minimum Skills/Abilities

    The candidate must possess strong technical expertise in operating systems, computer networks, and programming across various paradigms. Proficiency in Python and other programming languages is essential, along with mastery of NLP tools, toolkits, and Python libraries relevant to Natural Language Processing research and applications.

    Applicant Documents Instructions

    Candidates should include a letter of application explaining their teaching experience, research experience, and why they are a good fit for Utica University, along with a curriculum vitae. Candidates should also include a statement about 1) their teaching philosophy and methods, and 2) their research interests and experience. Names of at least 3 references should be provided.

     

    **Reference letters will be solicited** Upon Application

    EEO/AA Statement

    Utica University is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and creating a welcoming work environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to veteran status, disability, citizenship status, domestic violence victim status, or protected status under applicable local, state, or federal law.

     

    Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans

     

    Located in the heart of central New York, Utica University is a comprehensive,

    independent, private institution founded in 1946 to offer options for

    college study to veterans returning from the second world war. More than

     

    seventy years since veterans returned from WWII, this tradition of serving

     

    veterans is still held in high regard here at Utica, and we are proud to

     

    welcome veterans as students and as valued members of our faculty and

     

    professional staff.

     

    Posting Specific Questions

     

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

     

    1. *Do you have a PhD?

    2. Yes

    3. No

    4. *How many years of experience do you have teaching college level computer science courses?

     

    5. 0-4

     

    6. 57. *Do you have experience with the academic advising of college-age students or orientation experience?

    8. Yes

    9. No

    10. *Do you have experience with Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Software Engineering?

    11. Yes

    12. No

     

    Applicant Documents

    Required Documents

    1. Resume / Curriculum Vitae

    2. Cover Letter

    3. Statement of Teaching Philosophy

    4. Research Statement

    5. Letter of Reference #1

    6. Letter of Reference #2

    7. Letter of Reference #3

    Optional Documents

    1. Other Document #1

    2. Other Document #2