Assistant Professor Computer Science

Belmont University•Belmont, CA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Data Science in the College of Sciences and Mathematics at Belmont University is seeking applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning August 1, 2027. We are seeking a collaborative and student-centered candidate who is committed to excellence in teaching, mentoring, curriculum development, scholarship, and professional engagement. The successful candidate will teach a range of undergraduate courses in computer science, with opportunities to contribute to graduate-level instruction as the department's graduate offerings may develop. Job responsibilities include advising and mentoring students in research and other course-related projects, designing and implementing innovative curriculum that meets the evolving needs of the field, and preparing students for the complexities of the modern workforce. Teaching assignments will be based on the candidate's expertise, departmental needs, and program priorities. Additional responsibilities include academic advising, student mentoring, scholarly activity, and college and university service as well as the duties listed below: Complete 24 workload hours, or equivalent, per academic year. Advise and mentor students in research and other class-related projects. Engage in activities to support the mission and vision of Belmont University and the college in which you teach. Participate in departmental and university committee work. Engage in scholarly activity and professional development. Advise students in course selection and degree completion. Participate in a local church and the community. Abide by all relevant university and/or department procedures and policies. Manage online grading system. Timely submission of book orders, if textbooks required. Maintain regular office hours. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge of principles, methods and current developments in the field of study.
Knowledge of subject matter and course content taught.
Knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques.
Demonstrated capacity to engage in high quality scholarly activity.
Demonstrated ability to advise, instruct, manage, motivate and evaluate students.
Skilled in the use of computers, Internet resources, and MS Office software.
Ability to learn relevant sections of BannerWeb, Belmont University’s online integrated database system for student grading.
Ability to integrate technology into the teaching and learning process.
Ability to successfully interact with students, other educators and educational institution representatives, and the general public in a professional manner.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Knowledge of the programs and services offered by Belmont University.
Interest and ability to work collaboratively in course design and to teach interdisciplinary and topical courses.
Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies.
Ph.D. in Computer Science or closely related field.
1-2 years of experience teaching undergraduate and/or graduate students.
A strong research portfolio demonstrating expertise in one or more related areas, such as algorithms, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, cloud computing, data science or operating and distributed systems is preferred.
Completion of a background check satisfactory to the University.
Verification of identity and employment eligibility as required by Federal law.

Nice To Haves

A strong research portfolio demonstrating expertise in one or more related areas, such as algorithms, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, cloud computing, data science or operating and distributed systems.

Responsibilities

Teach a range of undergraduate courses in computer science, with opportunities to contribute to graduate-level instruction.
Advise and mentor students in research and other course-related projects.
Design and implement innovative curriculum that meets the evolving needs of the field.
Prepare students for the complexities of the modern workforce.
Complete 24 workload hours, or equivalent, per academic year.
Engage in activities to support the mission and vision of Belmont University and the college in which you teach.
Participate in departmental and university committee work.
Engage in scholarly activity and professional development.
Advise students in course selection and degree completion.
Participate in a local church and the community.
Abide by all relevant university and/or department procedures and policies.
Manage online grading system.
Timely submission of book orders, if textbooks required.
Maintain regular office hours.
Other duties as assigned.