"Assistant Professor: Computer Science"

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Job Title
Assistant Professor: Computer Science

Division
Divison of Academic Affairs

Department
Computer Science Department

Work Status
Full Time

Position Category
Faculty

Faculty Rank
Assistant Professor

FLSA
Exempt

Pay Range
Exempt

Salary Range
Assistant Professor: $75,000 to $120,000 (Based on discipline)

Fund Source
State Support

Job Summary

The Department of Computer Science at Morgan State University (MSU) invites applications for one tenure-track Assistant Professor position to support our newly established PhD program. Special considerations will be given to candidates who possess strong research skills with publications in quantum computing, quantum security, and emotion and ethical AI. The successful candidate will be expected to teach computer science courses and have a research agenda including plans to secure external funding. We seek applicants who will contribute to the research, teaching, service, and student success missions of the University. Candidates from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged.

Job Duties

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, developing focused areas of research in quantum computing, quantum security, emotion and ethical AI, and other computer science areas, supervising undergraduate and graduate students, and providing service to the Department, School, University, and the community. We are particularly interested in applicants with a demonstrated interest in mentoring students from traditionally underrepresented groups.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Characteristics

• Demonstrated potential for successful teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels, and a strong commitment to teaching, interdisciplinary research, and cultural diversity.
• Demonstrated potential for high scholarly impact through research and publications.
• Demonstrated oral proficiency in the English language, as mandated by state law.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• A doctoral degree in Computer Science is required. PhD candidates expected to complete their degree before the start of employment will also be considered.

Other Preferences for Consideration

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
FA00377

Number of Vacancies
1

Job Open Date
02/06/2025

Best Consideration Date
03/06/2025

Job Close Date

Special Instructions to Applicant

Please have all requested documentation ready to upload when applying for this position, or you will not be able to submit your application. a) cover letter b) curriculum vitae c) contact information for 3 references d) two-page research and teaching statements (including evaluations as appropriate).

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
   • Diversity In Higher Education
   • Inside Higher Ed
   • Agency Referral
   • Advertisement/Publication
   • Personal Referral
   • Website
   • MSU Careers Website
   • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
   • Insight to Diversity
2. * Are you a current, past or retired Morgan University employee? Are you a current, past or retired State employee? If YES to pass, retired or current STATE employee, please put the agency. If not applicable, put N/A.
   (Open Ended Question)
3. * Do you currently hold a Ph.D. in Computer Science from an accredited university, or will you have completed it by the time of appointment?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Statement of Teaching Philosophy
4. Research Philosophy
5. Transcripts (unofficial )

Optional Documents

1. Supporting Document