Assistant Professor - Computer Science

Calvin University • Grand Rapids, MI

5h • Onsite

About The Position

Calvin University seeks an Assistant Professor - Computer Science based out of our campus at 3201 BURTON STREET SE, GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49546. This position does not require travel. The role involves maintaining and developing a publication record and active research stream in computer science or data science, demonstrating excellence in teaching undergraduate and graduate students, and supporting/mentoring students for future careers or graduate studies. Responsibilities also include mentoring research students on advanced projects, developing new courses for undergraduate computer science and data science curricula, supporting an increasingly international student body, and utilizing experience in machine learning and systems/network security. A commitment to the educational mission of Calvin as a Christian liberal arts university, the Christian faith, and the integration of faith, learning, and student development is essential. Demonstrated awareness and commitment to effectively establishing relationships and positive communication across multiple dimensions of diversity is also required.

Requirements

• Ph.D. (or foreign academic equivalent) in Computer Science, Data Science, Data Analytics or related degree field.
• Alternatively, Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Data Analytics or related degree field and 5 years of experience in the job offered or related.
• Experience with programming languages such as Python, R, or SQL.
• Experience with Machine Learning tools such as Scikit-Learn or PyTorch.
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Matplotlib, GGplot, Tableau or PowerBI.
• If offered employment must have legal right to work in U.S.
• Commitment to the educational mission of Calvin as a Christian liberal arts university affiliated with the Christian Reformed Church.
• A commitment to the Christian faith and to the integration of faith, learning, and student development.
• Demonstrated awareness and commitment to effectively establishing relationships and positive communication across multiple dimensions of diversity including, but not limited to, race, gender, physical limitations, class, or religious perspectives.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and further develop a publication record in computer science or data science.
• Maintain an active stream of relevant research in computer science or data science.
• Demonstrate excellence in teaching undergraduate and graduate students.
• Support and mentor students in preparation for jobs in the business sector and/or graduate appointments at research universities.
• Mentor and/or collaborate with research students on advanced projects in computer science and/or data science.
• Develop new courses in the undergraduate computer science curriculum as well as both undergraduate and master’s courses in data science curriculum.
• Support the department in engaging an increasingly international student body.
• Utilize experience in machine learning and systems/network security.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree