"Lecturer - Computer Science"

SUMMARY

Stephen F. Austin State University, a member of The University of Texas System, invites applicants for a nine-month, full-time non-tenure track position in the Department of Computer Science in the College of Sciences and Mathematics, reporting to the department chair.

Required Education:

• Master's degree in computer science

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to write computer programs in Java, Visual Basic, C++, and NXT-G programming languages.
• Ability to prepare and effectively deliver instructional materials to attendees of computer science workshops and summer camps as well as to undergraduate computer science students.

JOB DESCRIPTION

This is a full-time, nine-month, faculty position responsible for teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses. Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the chair.

QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree in the field in which the individual will be teaching is required.

Practical experience sufficient to teach at the university level, through teaching or profession, is required. Experience teaching at the university level is preferred.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Performs an equivalent of thirty teaching load credits (TLC) for the combined fall and spring semesters; reduction of teaching load through reassignment of duties is possible under certain circumstances.
2. May conduct supplemental instructional activities such as independent studies, internships, and advising.

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Provides services to the university and the profession and engages in research/scholarly/creative activities.
2. May supervise the work of student and/or graduate assistants.
3. May serve on departmental, college, and university committees.
4. Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

1. Knowledge and practical experience in the field in which the individual will be teaching.
2. Ability to effectively teach undergraduate and/or graduate students.
3. Ability to work within a collaborative faculty environment.
4. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
5. Ability to work effectively and patiently with students.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Stephen F. Austin State University recognizes the potential for accidents in performing job-related tasks. SFA promotes a safe working environment. Employees will be responsible for completing assigned tasks safely and efficiently. Employee evaluations will include safe job performance.

This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record check.

This is an IT-sensitive position subject to the Computer and Network Security policy.

Based on the departmental assignment, any person occupying this position must be able to maintain the security and integrity of any elements of the state’s critical infrastructure to which they have access.