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California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo · 2 months ago

Assistant Professor - Computer Science and Software Engineering (AY 26/27)

San Luis Obispo, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$110K/yr - $123K/yr

California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo is seeking an Assistant Professor for their Computer Science and Software Engineering Department. The role involves teaching, engaging in high-quality scholarly work, and contributing to curricular development while fostering a supportive learning environment.

Higher Education

No H1B

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate and master's level courses

Support and expand curricular development in computer science and/or software engineering

Engage in scholarly work that is of very high quality as evidenced by external peer review

Perform service activities at all levels of the University

Develop an externally funded, applied research program that involves undergraduate and graduate students and partnerships with key stakeholders

Qualification

Ph.D. in Computer ScienceTeaching experienceResearch program developmentLaboratory-based instructionSoftware engineeringProgramming languagesHigh-performance computingFull-stack developmentData scienceMultidisciplinary collaborationStudent-centered learningInclusive teachingCommitment to diversityEffective communicationInterpersonal skills

Required

An earned doctorate (Ph.D.) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited institution or international equivalent

Candidates nearing completion of the doctorate (ABD) will be considered but must provide proof that the doctorate was awarded prior to or by the start of the appointment

Demonstrate excellence in teaching, effective communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to work effectively with students, staff and faculty

Ability to develop an externally funded, applied research program that involves undergraduate and graduate students, and partnerships with key stakeholders

Demonstrated experience and commitment to hands-on, student-centered learning and teaching

Demonstrated ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Strong interests in undergraduate and graduate teaching

Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language

Preferred

Demonstrated excellence in university-level teaching and research (commensurate with time since degree)

Experience with laboratory-based instruction and/or industry experience

Experience working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive environment

Ability to teach courses in areas of need including software engineering, programming languages, operating systems, high-performance computing, full-stack mobile and web development, and databases

Ability to teach courses in additional areas of emphasis including privacy and security, artificial intelligence, game development, and data science