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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