Chair of Computer Science and Assistant Professor.

Talladega College•Talladega, AL

About The Position

Talladega College invites applications for the tenure track position of Chair of Computer Science and Assistant Professor. The Department Chair is responsible for leadership in coordinating all aspects of the academic program such as degree requirements, curricular offerings and improvements, catalog, class scheduling and faculty teaching assignments. Teaching responsibility includes innovative and engaging use of technology for in-person, online or hybrid instruction. Course scheduling that serves the needs of the program and students. Review and revise department catalog information. Coordinate student advising and mentoring. Provide department reports and documentation for student and program learning outcomes. Recruitment of students and monitoring of department academic advisement. Recruit, appoint, supervise and evaluate department faculty. Department budget, facilities and equipment management. Actively serve on college committees. Other duties as assigned by the Dean or Provost/Vice President of Academic Affairs.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems or a closely related discipline.
At least 18 graduate hours in the computer science teaching discipline.
A minimum of three years of teaching experience.
Demonstrated academic leadership.
Documented performance in teaching, scholarship and service.
Ability to work independently and as a team member.
A commitment to student learning.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

Successful teaching experience at the college level.
Teaching expertise in all core computer science topics.
Preference given to candidates with expertise in Programming, Algorithms and Data Structures, Computer Architecture, Networking Systems Programming, Operating Systems, Web-based Application Development and Software Engineering.

Responsibilities

Coordinate all aspects of the academic program such as degree requirements, curricular offerings and improvements, catalog, class scheduling and faculty teaching assignments.
Provide innovative and engaging use of technology for in-person, online or hybrid instruction.
Schedule courses that serve the needs of the program and students.
Review and revise department catalog information.
Coordinate student advising and mentoring.
Provide department reports and documentation for student and program learning outcomes.
Recruit students and monitor department academic advisement.
Recruit, appoint, supervise and evaluate department faculty.
Manage department budget, facilities and equipment.
Actively serve on college committees.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean or Provost/Vice President of Academic Affairs.