Assistant/Associate Professor of Computer Science
About The Position
Colorado Christian University is seeking an outstanding mentor to teach courses and develop curriculum in the Computer Science program within the School of Science and Engineering. The faculty member will be responsible for teaching a 24-credit annual course load, developing and refining curriculum, serving on faculty committees, pursuing scholarly or professional activities, and actively serving the campus community. The ideal candidate will possess a Ph.D. in computer science or a closely related discipline, or a Master’s degree with substantial relevant professional experience. CCU values a practitioner/scholar model where faculty are actively engaged in their professions, which can include consulting, running a business, or performing contract work alongside teaching. This involvement offers opportunities for student engagement, scholarly work, and internships.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field strongly preferred, master's degree with substantial professional experience required.
- Each faculty member must be considered highly qualified as outlined by the University’s accreditation and academic standards.
- Three or more years of successful teaching experience in a college or university preferred, with a proven track record of student learning and engagement through previous classroom evaluations by students, faculty, and administration.
- Expertise in existing and emerging technologies in the discipline, their development, implementation and continuous improvement.
- Ability to incorporate real-world applications and scenarios into the teaching of these technologies combined with an ever improving and innovative curriculum.
- Superior oral, interpersonal, and written communication skills.
- Passion for Christ-centered higher education and dedication to the integration of faith and learning in their field.
- Deep commitment to student success.
- Proficiency in appropriate Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and are able to use appropriate software/technology (Brightspace) in the learning environment.
- A commitment to learning new ideas for classroom presentations and dynamic class interactions to engage student learning in a meaningful way consistent with the University’s mission.
- A proven track record and ongoing experience in their field.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to CCU’s mission: Christ-centered higher education transforming students to impact the world with grace and truth.
- Advocate for CCU’s mission, traditional Christian beliefs, and the Strategic Priorities.
- Teach assigned undergraduate courses within the College of Undergraduate Studies (CUS) in accord with all standard policies and procedures using a variety of best-practice teaching and learning strategies, including classroom and online technology, to enhance instruction.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate course curriculum, teaching-learning practices, and assess student learning outcomes.
- Engage students; maintain established office hours and be available to individual students for questions, coursework, consultations, and informal mentoring.
- Engage in professional organization activities and scholarly work or professional practice including, but not limited to, publications and presentations commensurate with experience and academic rank.
- Provide strategic thinking in fulfilling the goals of the College of Undergraduate Studies in support of the University’s Strategic Priorities as well as contribute effectively to the University community, ministry partners, corporate partners, and general audiences.
- Add to the development of a Christ-centered community of learners and scholars within the College of Undergraduate Studies.
- Continue to grow in one’s academic field, and in personal commitment to and effectiveness in the integration of Christian faith and learning.
- Provide effective servant/shepherd leadership among faculty, staff, students, and administrators.
- Work effectively and positively with administrators, other faculty colleagues, and support staff to establish and maintain effective positive working relationships.
- Participate in extracurricular activities to support and encourage students, colleagues and staff.
- Assist the dean with other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- tuition waiver program
- excellent healthcare
- generous paid time off
- matching 403(b) retirement plan
- additional organizational paid benefits and voluntary benefit offerings
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
