What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant/Associate Professor - Computer Science position at HUSTON-TILLOTSON UNIVERSITY?
POSITION SUMMARY
We're looking for an innovative, enthusiastic, and dedicated educator to join our School of Business and Technology, helping to shape the next generation of computing professionals who are ethically conscious and globally aware.
TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Teach a range of undergraduate courses in Computer Science.
- Develop and implement engaging and effective pedagogical approaches that cater to a diverse student body.
- Advise and mentor students, providing academic and career guidance.
- Engage in scholarly activities, including research, publications, and presentations, commensurate with rank.
- Actively participate in departmental, college, and university service, including curriculum development, committee work, and student recruitment and retention initiatives.
- Contribute to the University's mission and strategic goals.
- Stay current with developments and best practices in relevant computer science disciplines and higher education.
- Earned doctorate (Ph.D. or D.Sc.) in Computer Science or a closely related field from an accredited institution. Candidates who have earned a master's degree in computer science will be considered for appointment at the instructor level.
- Preferred:
- Prior university-level teaching experience.
- Professional experience in a computer science or technology-related field.
- Experience with online and hybrid course delivery methods.
- Expertise in specific computer science areas relevant to our curriculum needs.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
- Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence at the undergraduate level.
- Evidence of; or potential for, scholarly contributions to the field.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
- A commitment to the mission and values of Huston-Tillotson University and an understanding of the unique role of Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
SUPERVISION
- This position reports to the Dean of the School of Business and Technology.
SALARY RANGE
- $70,000 - $80,000 Annually, plus benefits!
POSITION STATUS
- Full-time; in-person.
Candidates should include a letter of interest, a current resume, and transcripts within the online application, accompanied by three letters of recommendation. This position is open until filled. Official transcripts can be mailed to: Director of Human Resources, Huston-Tillotson University, 900 Chicon St., Austin, TX 78702-2795.
SETTING
Founded in 1875, Huston-Tillotson University is Austin's first institution of higher education. The University is an independent, liberal arts, church-related, historically black institution located on a 23-acre tree-lined campus near downtown Austin, Texas. The University is affiliated with United Methodist Church, the United Church of Christ, and the United Negro College Fund. Undergraduate, four-year degrees in business, education, the humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences are awarded. Huston-Tillotson University is multi-cultural, multi-ethnic, and multi-faith, and welcomes students of all ages, races, and religions. All faculty are engaged in a range of activities, their primary focus is teaching. The student-teacher ratio is 15 to one, which allows an environment of personalized attention to students.
Salary : $70,000 - $80,000