Assistant Professor of Computer Science

Job Description Summary:

Join a vibrant and diverse academic community in beautiful Southern California! The University of La Verne’s Department of Computer Science and Computer Engineering seeks a passionate, innovative educator and researcher to help shape the future of our growing Computer Science program. This is a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, offering the opportunity to inspire students, engage in impactful research, and contribute to the department’s accreditation and curriculum development efforts. If you are ready to inspire the next generation of Computer Science professionals and engage in impactful research, we encourage you to apply today!

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach six undergraduate courses per year in Computer Science and Information Technology using face-to-face, telepresence, online (synchronous and asynchronous), and hybrid teaching modalities.
• Engage in scholarly activities, including publishing in peer-reviewed journals and presenting at conferences.
• Provide academic advising, mentoring, and maintain regular office hours.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university governance through committee service.
• Contribute to program development, assessment, 5-year program review, and ABET accreditation preparation.
• Design, evaluate, and revise culturally relevant curricula and courses, collaborating with colleagues across disciplines.
• Develop new courses in areas of expertise.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Computer Science from an accredited institution (ABD candidates considered if degree is completed by appointment date).
• Demonstrated expertise in one or more of: Publishing on the Web I, Publishing on the Web II, Internet Application Development, C# programming, Distributed Internet Computing, Python Programming, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Cloud Computing, Database Management Systems, Networking, or Computer Programming Languages.
• Evidence of effective teaching in face-to-face (On Ground) and online modalities, with at least one year of undergraduate-level experience.
• Strong written and oral communication skills in English.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Industry experience in relevant Computer Science fields.
• Background or professional experience in Cybersecurity and/or Artificial Intelligence.
• Experience mentoring undergraduate research and engaging with community partners.
• Leadership experience in program development and management.
• Active participation in professional development through presentations and publications.

Specific Duties:

Salary Range

Maximum: 92,465.22
Minimum: 90,579.67

Benefits Summary:

Applicants, please note that actual compensation is determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location, among others. The offered wage or salary is only one aspect of an employee’s total compensation

Benefits include a comprehensive health and wellness plan, tuition remission program for employee, spouse, and dependent children, a generous contribution to the University’s 403B retirement plan, and a generous time off plan.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion and clearance of a background check and employment verification.

Location:

La Verne Main Campus

Close Date:

Open Until Filled:

No

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