"Assistant Professor of Computer Science Education"

Assistant Professor of Computer Science Education

Company:
North Carolina State University

Job Location:
Category:
Computer Science

Type:
Full-Time

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Location: Raleigh, NC Note: This position requires an on campus presence to effectively perform the essential duties of the position. As such, employees must reside within a commutable distance and must report to campus regularly to perform certain work-related

Essential Job Duties:
The College of Education at North Carolina State University is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Computer Science Education to join our faculty in the Department of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Education . This faculty member will join one of our STEM Education programs and emphasize Computer Science Education for K-12 or informal learning spaces. This includes researching, teaching, and mentoring students in the field of computer science education and/or computer science teacher education, education-focused artificial intelligence (AI), programming, web design, data analysis, robotics, and/or computational thinking.

The Assistant Professor would be expected to develop a program of research in the area, teach undergraduate and graduate courses for STEM Education, and participate in service activities. They will also be expected to integrate critical thinking and analysis and engage all learners through their teaching.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in both computer science and STEM education, with a focus on conducting research related to computer science education and applying computer science concepts and skills to K-12 and teacher education or informal learning settings. They also need to have excellent communication and leadership skills, as well as a passion for helping learners succeed in the field of education with a computer science focus. Candidates should have a doctorate in STEM Education or Computer Science with training in education. Preferred experience includes K-12 teaching or work related to computer science education in schools or informal learning settings.

• Conduct research in computer science education, with a focus on improving learning outcomes and/or teacher/facilitator professional development.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the department of STEM education related to one or more disciplines associated with the department; including courses on topics such as K-12 computer science education, K-12 computer science teacher education, education-focused artificial intelligence (AI), programming, web design, data analysis, robotics, or computational thinking.
• Develop and implement innovative curricula that integrate computer science concepts and skills into K-12 or higher education classrooms or out-of-school settings.
• Publish scholarly articles in top journals, and present research findings at national and international conferences.
• Pursue external funding opportunities to support research and program development in computer science education.
• Participate in service to the department, college, university, and professional organizations, including serving on committees and collaborating with other faculty members on research and teaching projects.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students, and supervise doctoral dissertations.
• Outreach to other colleges within the university for collaborative efforts with a focus on computer science education.

Minimum Experience/Education:
Requires doctor's degree, an equivalent degree, or equivalent professional experience.

Required Qualifications:
n/a

Preferred Qualifications:

• Evidence of excellence in teaching, with experience teaching computer science education, computer science, or STEM education courses that incorporate computer science at the undergraduate and/or graduate level.
• Record of, or potential for establishing, a research agenda resulting in publications in top-tier journals and conferences, and securing external funding to support research activities, commensurate with experience.
• Experience working collaboratively with K-12 educators, schools, or informal learning settings, and a commitment to addressing access to computer science education.

Required License or Certification:
N/A

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