Require Assistant/Associate Professor - Computer Science in Belton, TX
Job title: Assistant/Associate Professor - Computer Science
Company: UNIVERSITY OF MARY HARDIN-BAYLOR
Job description: Assistant/Associate Professor - Computer Science
ID: 1806
Department: College of Humanities and Sciences
Type: Full-time Faculty
Post Date: 09/14/2023
Position Available Date: N/A
Description
The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor's College of Humanities and Sciences seeks qualified faculty for its Computer Science, Engineering, and Physics Department beginning late July of 2024, with initial appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, commensurate with experience. UMHB seeks faculty who are active Christians and dedicated teacher-scholars to prepare students for leadership, service, and faith-informed discernment in a global society.
The Computer Science, Engineering, and Physics Department offers a computer science degree with emphases in network security and data analysis and visualization. The department offers a high-quality undergraduate program through personal interaction with our students and adoption of best practices in computer science education. The department seeks applicants who are passionate about teaching and mentoring computer science undergraduate students.
UMHB is conveniently located in Belton, an historic town of 22,000 in the heart of central Texas. Nearby cities are Temple (7 miles), Waco (42 miles), Austin (60 miles), San Antonio (130 miles) and Dallas/Ft. Worth (130 miles). Excellent schools, abundant cultural and recreational opportunities, and a high quality of life are hallmarks of the local community.
Faculty Responsibilities:
Activities required of all faculty include exemplary teaching, curriculum development, student recruitment and advising, professional attainment, and service to department, college, university, and the community.
Specific Responsibilities:
Teach introductory computer science courses and upper-level courses within the field of network or cybersecurity. The teaching load is typically 12 hours per long semester.
Qualifications:
- Doctorate in Computer Science is required. ABD will be considered (tenure-track status requires terminal degree in hand). Preference will be given to applicants with experience in network security or cybersecurity, but related fields will be considered.
- Excellent teaching and communication skills, a dedication to professional attainment, and commitment to quality improvement are essential.
- Must be an active, committed Christian.