Tenure Associate Professor of Computer and/or Data Science (Remote U.S.)

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

6d • Remote

About The Position

The department of Mathematics, Science and Technology of the Embry-Riddle Worldwide | College of Arts & Sciences seeks an experienced professor or working professional with a passion for research and education in addition to prior university experience who has a scholarship record commensurable with a tenured associate professor rank, to support our recently established and growing data science program. The primary initial need will be to develop and then first teach several courses for our program from the computer science domain, such as object-oriented programing and database systems. Then, as various programs continue to grow, opportunities for additional more advanced courses are to be expected. The department offers a range of higher enrollment courses in domains throughout mathematics, in addition to the sciences, and an ideal candidate would also be able to teach some of these courses, such as mathematics or statistics; this would require a candidate having completed 18 graduate credit hours within one of those domains. In addition, a successful candidate will have an existing research agenda connects to Embry-Riddle's research focus areas and could benefit from collaboration with existing department faculty. This is a fully remote online position within the U.S. with no relocation required; some faculty travel is required to attend mandatory college meetings and events as well as for scholastic activities, such as presenting at conferences . About the College of Arts & Sciences The Embry‑Riddle Worldwide College of Arts & Sciences develops and supports career-ready graduates and advances all students to be lifelong learners and leaders in their professional disciplines in digitally enabled, globally distributed learning environments. Through the general education program, the college emphasizes academic rigor in critical thinking, global perspectives, creative problem solving, communication skills, scientific and cultural literacy, responsible engagement with emerging technologies and ethical interaction with the contemporary world. In its academic degree programs, the college focuses on applied studies that implement state-of-the-art curriculum to educate students for long-term success in their profession. Our vision is to be a destination college for multidisciplinary studies and impactful collaborative research as well as continue to be a national leader in general education, developing opportunities for our diverse student population to fulfill their educational goals and become responsive, responsible global citizens. The Department of Mathematics, Science and Technology in the College of Arts & Sciences designs and delivers a wide range of curricula at both the undergraduate and graduate level, with the primary focus being to contribute in line with Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University's broader mission (e.g., applied mathematics and sciences). Many of the courses offered by the department are courses that are at the core of ERAU's most in-demand majors, such as aviation and engineering. Additionally, the department has a strong research interest, and growing faculty expertise, in the extremely high-demand field of data science, with the current initiatives focusing on applied data science and engineering-driven machine learning. Embry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and Aerospace With vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach, FL, and Prescott, AZ—along with a Worldwide network spanning roughly 120 global locations as well as a global online environment—Embry-Riddle proudly stands as the world’s largest aviation and aerospace university. Now celebrating our 100th year, we continue to lead innovation in STEM education, serving more than 30,000 students worldwide. Our cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, Space, and more prepare the current and emerging new leaders shaping the future of flight and beyond.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Computer and/or Data Science
• Scholarship record and/or industry experience commensurable with tenured associate professor
• Completed 18 graduate credit hours within mathematics or statistics to teach courses in those domains

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach courses for the data science program from the computer science domain, such as object-oriented programming and database systems.
• Teach higher enrollment courses in domains throughout mathematics, in addition to the sciences, such as mathematics or statistics (requires 18 graduate credit hours within one of those domains).
• Maintain an existing research agenda that connects to Embry-Riddle's research focus areas and could benefit from collaboration with existing department faculty.
• Attend mandatory college meetings and events as well as for scholastic activities, such as presenting at conferences.

Benefits

• Generous Time Off: Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.
• Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution – with no vesting period.

What This Job Offers

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