What are the responsibilities and job description for the Faculty Appointment, Computer Science position at LaGrange College?
LaGrange College seeks to fill a tenure-track appointment for an assistant or associate professor of computer science and coordinator of our bachelor’s- and master’s-level computer science programs.
An earned doctorate in computer science or related field is preferred, although individuals with a master’s degree in computer science with commensurate professional experience will be considered.
Prior experience in teaching is preferred, but not required. Applicants must show evidence of accomplishments or strong potential for success in teaching, development of new programs in computer science, and service to the institution and to the discipline.
The successful candidate will teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels in computer science based on their area of expertise, supervise practicum students, advise undergraduate and graduate students in the program, and continue to develop our programs for success. They may be required to provide instruction in face-to-face, on-line, or hybrid modalities.
Interested candidates should visit https://lagrangecollege.applicantstack.com/x/openings to apply for the position and to view other positions available at the college.
Required documents include:
· A letter of interest describing the alignment of the candidate’s qualifications with the position requirements
· Current curriculum vitae
· A statement of teaching philosophy that also addresses ways in which the candidate creates and sustains a culture of belonging, fairness and appreciation for different perspectives in the classroom
· Graduate and undergraduate transcripts (copies are fine at this point)
· Contact information (only) for three professional references
The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a background check as a prerequisite for the position. Any questions about the position should be addressed to officeoftheVPAA@lagrange.edu.
LaGrange College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.