Assistant Professor of Computer Science

The Computer Science Department is seeking a full-time tenure track faculty candidate who is able to teach students from diverse backgrounds in the undergraduate Computer Science major. The primary teaching assignments will be during the academic year in the on-campus Computer Science undergraduate program and in the online Computer Science graduate courses. A specialty in one of our 5 concentrations is welcome, but not required. (The 5 concentrations are: Cybersecurity & Secure Software Design, Data Analytics & Machine Learning, Web & Mobile App Development, Game Design & Development, and General Computer Science.) The candidate should also be able to develop a dynamic research program that will advance the research opportunities for undergraduates.

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The Department of Computer Science is seeking to hire a tenure line professor to enhance the educational experience of our students. Our department is adding faculty to support rapid growth in both undergraduate and graduate enrollment. Our undergraduate computer science major has five concentrations: Cybersecurity and Secure Software Design, Web & Mobile App Development, Game Design and Development, Data Analytics & Machine Learning, and General Computer Science. Our online Masters of Computer Science program meets the needs of adult learners who seek to enhance their understanding of computer science or are interested in expanding their career options into a new area.

The successful candidate for this position will contribute to the educational growth of our students in one of these areas. Applications are especially welcome in the areas of cybersecurity, secure software design, and web development, as well as advanced specialty topics in all concentration areas.

PhD in Computer Science or related field from an accredited university by date of appointment; effective written and oral communication skills; evidence of potential for excellence in pedagogical innovation.

Experience teaching computer science at the university level is strongly preferred.

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Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University's enduring values, including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment 'to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.'

Jay Bagga, jbagga@bsu.edu