Assistant - Associate Professor of Computer Science - State University Faculty

Title: Assistant/Associate Professor of Computer Science - State University Faculty

Location: St. Cloud, MO

Work Type: Hybrid, Full Time

Job ID: JR0000004295

Job Description:

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

Working Title:

Assistant/Associate Professor of Computer Science - State University Faculty

Institution:

St. Cloud State University

Classification Title:

State University Faculty

Bargaining Unit / Union:

209: Inter Faculty Organization

City:

St. Cloud

FLSA:

Salary Range:

$64,963.00 - $188,620.00

Job Description

The successful candidate will teach a mix of introductory and advanced computer science courses, participate in curricular updates for the computer science program, serve on departmental committees, remain professionally active, and perform other duties as assigned. The successful candidate is expected to establish and maintain a professional goal of becoming an outstanding teacher-scholar through research-based, best-practice pedagogy. They are expected to teach using both in-person and alternative delivery methods, such as online and hybrid. They will regularly pursue professional development opportunities focused on pedagogical growth.

Instruct courses in varied locations and at varied times, in-person, online, or hybrid, and in either a semester or accelerated semester schedule.

Salary Range: $64,963 - $188,620/annually

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in Computer Science or a closely related area

• Experience in Artificial Intelligence, Human Computer Interfaces, or Theory of Computing

• Demonstrated potential to be an effective instructor utilizing best teaching practices

• Evidence of excellent communication skills

• Demonstrated ability to teach and work with persons from culturally diverse backgrounds

Preferred Qualification

• Experience in implementing practical AI systems

• Experience in teaching beginning computing courses including Computer Science 1 and 2

• Experience engaging students in experiential learning through real-world projects

• Experience with teaching and assessment of online courses

Other Requirements

Please note that successful applicants must be eligible to work in the United States on or before the effective date of appointment. Eligibility includes being a U.S. citizen or national, a lawful permanent resident, or a foreign national authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employer sponsorship. Employees must maintain work authorization without sponsorship for the duration of their appointment.

Position Information

Appointment Type: Probationary/Tenure Track

Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Varies

About

The successful candidate will share St. Cloud State's commitment to our mission, and in particular, the value we place in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as outlined in SCSU's It's Time strategic framework. Notably, we uphold the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion and engage in intentional actions to address systemic inequities throughout the university and surrounding environment. DEI values, practices, and strategies are embedded into the fabric of our institution and campus community, and they align with the priorities expressed in the Minnesota State system's Equity 2030 initiative. SCSU expects all of its employees to help advance these practices and to contribute to the development of an anti-racist, inclusive community.

St. Cloud State University is committed to excellence and actively supports cultural diversity. To promote this endeavor, we invite individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply, including minorities, women, LGBTQIA+, persons with disabilities and veterans. St. Cloud State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regards to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or status as a U.S. veteran.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.