"Assistant Professor, Computer Science & Information Systems"

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Position Information

Posting Number 20240036FAC

Job Title Assistant Professor, Computer Science & Information Systems

About Murray State

Murray State blends educational opportunities found at research institutions with collaborative interactions among students, faculty and staff found at smaller universities. Students receive personalized attention from supportive faculty and staff as the University offers a 16:1 student-to-faculty ratio. Murray State University places our highest priority on student learning and excellent teaching, blending the range of educational opportunities often experienced at research institutions with the nurturing student-teacher interactions usually found at smaller universities.

Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University.

About Murray State Benefits

Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit offerings. Please refer to the Murray State Benefits page for more information.

Equal Opportunity Employment/Diversity Information

Murray State embraces diversity in the workplace and values attracting, developing and maintaining a diverse, high-quality faculty, staff, and student body. The University endeavors to create and promote a culturally diverse community to be accepting of and sensitive to diversity in its many varied forms. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Murray State University is an equal education and employment opportunity, M/F/D, AA employer.

Type of Employment Regular Full-Time

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Work Location Murray, KY

Employment Term Academic Year

Position Type Faculty (Tenure-Track)

Department Computer Science and Info Systems

Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities

The Department of Computer Science and Information Systems invites applications for a full-time, tenure track Assistant Professor position beginning August 2024.

The selected candidate will be expected to teach computer science courses at the baccalaureate level, as well as some graduate classes, if needed. The selected candidate will also be expected to engage in academic research through paper publication in peer reviewed journals and conferences, engage and motivate students, and complete service duties as assigned.

Minimum Education Requirements

PhD or equivalent in Computer Science or related field. ABDs with a documented plan of completion by appointment date will be considered.

Minimum Experience and Skill Requirements

Previous teaching experience in intro and/or upper level CS classes required. Strong oral and written communication skills, strong classroom management and excellent teaching skills, and the ability to adapt to new teaching formats is required.

Preferred Education and/or Experience Qualifications

Experience teaching undergraduate and graduate classes. Candidates in all CS areas are encouraged to apply, but special consideration will be given to candidates with expertise in machine learning, data science and/or parallel & distributed systems.

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Posting Details

Posting Date 12/13/2023

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Along with the application, the following items must be included:

Letter of application

Curriculum Vitae demonstrating your skill sets, credentials, and degrees held as requested by the posted advertisement

Statement of Teaching and Research Interest

Student Evaluation Summaries with course titles included for the last three (3) years, if available.

If you are ABD, please include a statement that outlines your plan for completion which should also include the name of your committee chair, phone number and email address along with your anticipated defense date and anticipated graduate date (please use “Other Document”).

For best consideration, please submit a completed application along​ with all required materials​ by February 1, 2024. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

Cover Letter

Curriculum Vitae

Statement of Teaching and Research Philosophy

Optional Documents

Student Evaluations

Other Document

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