What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tenure-track Faculty Position in Computer Science and Information Technology position at Inside Higher Ed?
Job Summary
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania enrolls approximately 7,500 students across its graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in a charming rural setting in Kutztown, Pennsylvania, the University is just a 20-minute drive from the metropolitan areas of Allentown/Bethlehem and Reading, and about an hour from the Philadelphia metropolitan area. The University seeks to hire employees with experience working with diverse populations.
The Department of Computer Science and Information Technology at Kutztown University invites applications for a tenure-track position beginning fall 2026. The candidate must have experience teaching information technology courses at the college level and/or industry experience in information technology. A successful applicant will teach 12 credit hours per semester, advise students, and exhibit the capability to make significant contributions in teaching, program and curriculum development, and service to the university. The department is passionate about student learning and enjoys small class sizes. The successful candidate will teach in modalities including in-person. This is not a remote teaching opportunity. In accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement, performance review and evaluation of faculty is based on effective teaching and fulfillment of professional responsibilities; continuing scholarly growth and professional development; and service. Scholarly growth and published research are expected and required to achieve tenure.
Teaching will include information technology, introductory programming, and related courses, as well as other departmental courses, for majors and non-majors.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must have at least a Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field, and at least one year of college-level teaching experience or industry experience in information technology.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates with at least two years of college-level teaching experience and at least five years of industry experience in information technology, particularly networking and cybersecurity.
Supplemental Information
A successful interview and demonstration of teaching ability are required. To apply, applicants should submit the following materials through NeoEd: (a) letter of application; (b) current curriculum vitae; (c) copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official transcripts must be supplied by the time of the on-campus interview); and (d) contact information for three professional references. Applicants will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Only complete applications with all items (a-d above) will be considered.
Successful interviews, reference checks, background clearances (PA Criminal, Child Abuse Clearance & FBI Clearance), and demonstration of ability are requisite qualifications for all positions. The University is very interested in hiring employees who have had extensive experience with diverse populations.Non-Discrimination Statement
Kutztown University does not discriminate in employment or educational opportunities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status. To discuss a complaint of discrimination, please contact the Office of Social Equity, Old Main A-Wing, Room 02, by phone at 610-683-4700 or by e-mail at pena@kutztown.edu. Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Kutztown University does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, including admissions and employment. Any inquiries regarding the application of Title IX at Kutztown University may be made to Bradley Davis, the University’s Title IX Coordinator, located in Old Main A-Wing, Room 02A, by phone at 610-683-4782 or by email at titleix@kutztown.edu, or the Office for Civil Rights located in the Lyndon Baines Johnson Department of Education Bldg., 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202-1100, by phone at 800-421-3481 (TDD: 800-877-8339), by fax at 202-453-6012, or by e-mail at OCR@ed.gov. Kutztown University’s Sexual Misconduct, Anti-Discrimination, and Anti-Harassment policies can be found in The Key student handbook or online at https://www.kutztown.edu/about-ku/administrative-offices/social-equity.html.
Notice of availability of the Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report
The Annual Security Report and the Annual Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for Kutztown University, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing the KU Clery Compliance Coordinator at clery@kutztown.edu.
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania enrolls approximately 7,500 students across its graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in a charming rural setting in Kutztown, Pennsylvania, the University is just a 20-minute drive from the metropolitan areas of Allentown/Bethlehem and Reading, and about an hour from the Philadelphia metropolitan area. The University seeks to hire employees with experience working with diverse populations.
The Department of Computer Science and Information Technology at Kutztown University invites applications for a tenure-track position beginning fall 2026. The candidate must have experience teaching information technology courses at the college level and/or industry experience in information technology. A successful applicant will teach 12 credit hours per semester, advise students, and exhibit the capability to make significant contributions in teaching, program and curriculum development, and service to the university. The department is passionate about student learning and enjoys small class sizes. The successful candidate will teach in modalities including in-person. This is not a remote teaching opportunity. In accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement, performance review and evaluation of faculty is based on effective teaching and fulfillment of professional responsibilities; continuing scholarly growth and professional development; and service. Scholarly growth and published research are expected and required to achieve tenure.
Teaching will include information technology, introductory programming, and related courses, as well as other departmental courses, for majors and non-majors.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must have at least a Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field, and at least one year of college-level teaching experience or industry experience in information technology.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates with at least two years of college-level teaching experience and at least five years of industry experience in information technology, particularly networking and cybersecurity.
Supplemental Information
A successful interview and demonstration of teaching ability are required. To apply, applicants should submit the following materials through NeoEd: (a) letter of application; (b) current curriculum vitae; (c) copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official transcripts must be supplied by the time of the on-campus interview); and (d) contact information for three professional references. Applicants will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Only complete applications with all items (a-d above) will be considered.
Successful interviews, reference checks, background clearances (PA Criminal, Child Abuse Clearance & FBI Clearance), and demonstration of ability are requisite qualifications for all positions. The University is very interested in hiring employees who have had extensive experience with diverse populations.Non-Discrimination Statement
Kutztown University does not discriminate in employment or educational opportunities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status. To discuss a complaint of discrimination, please contact the Office of Social Equity, Old Main A-Wing, Room 02, by phone at 610-683-4700 or by e-mail at pena@kutztown.edu. Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Kutztown University does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, including admissions and employment. Any inquiries regarding the application of Title IX at Kutztown University may be made to Bradley Davis, the University’s Title IX Coordinator, located in Old Main A-Wing, Room 02A, by phone at 610-683-4782 or by email at titleix@kutztown.edu, or the Office for Civil Rights located in the Lyndon Baines Johnson Department of Education Bldg., 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202-1100, by phone at 800-421-3481 (TDD: 800-877-8339), by fax at 202-453-6012, or by e-mail at OCR@ed.gov. Kutztown University’s Sexual Misconduct, Anti-Discrimination, and Anti-Harassment policies can be found in The Key student handbook or online at https://www.kutztown.edu/about-ku/administrative-offices/social-equity.html.
Notice of availability of the Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report
The Annual Security Report and the Annual Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for Kutztown University, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing the KU Clery Compliance Coordinator at clery@kutztown.edu.