Metropolitan State University of Denver
Department
Computer Science
About the University
Established in 1965, Metropolitan State University (MSU Denver) was founded to serve students who were underrepresented in higher education whose life paths and experiences did not fit the traditional mold. Sixty years later, the University continues to serve over 16,000 of Colorado's extraordinary and diverse students, providing them with the foundation on which to build their unique aspirations. As the third largest public institution of higher education in Colorado, MSU Denver is a model university for today's college students.
Proud of its federal designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution that also offers graduate programs (gHSI) and the only Seal of Excelencia certified institution in Colorado, the University serves the most diverse undergraduate student population in the state, as well as the most first-generation students. Through affordable, flexible, and holistic education, MSU Denver helps students build essential skills grounded in a multicultural and global perspective that lead to undergraduate and graduate degrees, and career and life success.
At MSU Denver, we are committed to our CADRE values: Community, Access, Diversity, Respect, and Excellence. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive environment where all community members are valued and belong. Our dedication to breaking down barriers to education, fostering open dialogue, and promoting world-class scholarship ensures that we provide exceptional services and innovative learning opportunities for our students, faculty, and staff.
About the Department of Computer Sciences
The mission of the Department of Computer Sciences is to provide a complete learning environment in which students from a diverse urban population can gain, at the undergraduate level, a thorough understanding of current theories and practices in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Theoretical Mathematics, Mathematics Education, and Probability and Statistics. The Department fulfills its mission by pursuing excellence in teaching and learning as its primary objective in order to prepare students for successful careers, post-graduate education and lifelong education.
Our Computer Science B.S. degree is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET. Additionally, there are two new B.S. degrees in Computer Security and Data Science & Machine Learning that will also seek accreditation.
Position Summary
The Department of Computer Sciences at Metropolitan State University of Denver invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning Fall 2027. The Department of Computer Sciences is focused on providing an outstanding learning environment for our undergraduate students that includes opportunities for undergraduate research. Therefore, a commitment to high-quality teaching and student success is paramount.
MSU Denver has a robust mentoring program for tenure-track faculty. The candidate will be enrolled in the Roadrunner Faculty Academy during their first year. This is a year-long course designed to support new faculty to navigate faculty life and thrive in teaching, scholarly activity and service.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate must have the ability to effectively:
- Teach 12 hours per semester of undergraduate courses in an ABET accredited computer science program, including evenings on a consistent basis
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