Computer Science - Open Rank Tenure Track or College Faculty

Abilene Christian University • Abilene, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Abilene Christian University is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. All qualified applicants for these positions must be professing Christians and be active, faithful members of a congregation of the Churches of Christ and willing to support the Christian mission and purpose of the university. ‌ Computer Science Open Rank Tenure Track or College Faculty position, depending on experience and qualifications The position will teach undergraduate courses in Computer Science in a residential program. Faculty members are expected to maintain a program of intellectual contributions in the form of peer-reviewed academic presentations, proceedings, and publications or other forms of professional development for college faculty. Faculty will also mentor students and accept departmental, college, and university service assignments. The School of Information Technology and Computing employs seven full-time faculty members, five holding terminal degrees. The department offers residential undergraduate majors in computer science and digital entertainment technology. ACU’s College of Business Administration educates business and technology professionals for Christian service and leadership throughout the world. With AACSB and ABET secondary accreditation, the college offers eight undergraduate majors and a Master of Accountancy on the Abilene campus and partners with ACU Online to deliver two undergraduate and two graduate online programs. The college includes four academic units (Accounting Department; Dukes School of Finance; Management Sciences Department; School of Information Technology and Computing) and two centers (Griggs Center for Entrepreneurship and Philanthropy; Lytle Center for Faith and Leadership).
ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law. ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets. Therefore, Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions. As a current employee, it will be determined if you need an additional background check upon your hire. Abilene Christian University is the premier university for the education of Christ-centered, global leaders, offering an exceptional education to about 6,700 students annually from 51 states and territories, and 42 nations. This private, comprehensive university, founded in 1906 in Abilene, Texas, offers 88 baccalaureate majors that include more than 175 areas of study, 77 areas of study in master’s degree and specialist programs, and five doctoral programs. It has been ranked as one of the top institutions in the nation for undergraduate research, undergraduate teaching, first-year experiences, service learning, study abroad and learning communities. ACU’s mission is to educate students for Christian service and leadership throughout the world. ACU Dallas, a branch campus in Addison, Texas, is the home of the university’s online undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. Questions? Contact Human Resources at [email protected] or call 325-674-2359.

Requirements

• Qualified candidates will have an earned doctorate in computer science.
• Qualified candidates will have a strong record of relevant professional and/or research experience, combined with a commitment to ongoing professional development, as well as proven college/university teaching experience, or show strong promise in teaching.
• Applicants need to provide the following: Curriculum Vita (CV)
• Statement of philosophy of teaching and learning and the role of scholarship in teaching and learning
• Copies of transcripts for all academic work
• Selected copies of papers and publications
• Academic letter of recommendation
• Statement about one’s personal spiritual journey
• Letter of recommendation from a church leader
• Statement of reflection/response to a document about the identity, mission, and future of Abilene Christian University
• All qualified applicants for these positions must be professing Christians and be active, faithful members of a congregation of the Churches of Christ and willing to support the Christian mission and purpose of the university.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in Computer Science in a residential program.
• Maintain a program of intellectual contributions in the form of peer-reviewed academic presentations, proceedings, and publications or other forms of professional development for college faculty.
• Mentor students
• Accept departmental, college, and university service assignments.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees