Assistant Professor of Computer Science

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Assistant Professor of Computer Science

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Concord University is a public liberal arts institution with an enrollment of approximately 2,000 students. Nestled in the scenic mountains of southern West Virginia, our campus offers access to year-round outdoor recreation, a close-knit community, and a supportive academic environment. We encourage applications from women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans.

Visa Sponsorship: The University may consider visa sponsorship for certain hard-to-fill Faculty positions on a case-by-case basis. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is subject to University approval and applicable immigration requirements.

Requirements for Completed Application:

1. Cover Letter 
2. CV
3. Teaching Philosophy
4. Unofficial copy of transcripts (The selected candidate will be required to submit official copies of transcripts before time of appointment
5. Three references and their contact information (including a current address, phone number and e-mail address)

Selected candidates for the position will be asked to first participate in a phone or zoom interview. Candidates selected from this interview will then be invited to campus. This visit will include a teaching demonstration by the candidate.

The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science has seven full-time faculty. Five Mathematics faculty teach General Education courses and service courses to the University. Two Computer Science faculty teach approximately 85 undergraduate students pursing degree options in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Cybersecurity, and Data Analytics.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Category	Faculty
Position Title	Assistant Professor of Computer Science
Working Title	Assistant Professor of Computer Science
Scheduled Hours Per Week	Salary
FLSA Status	Exempt

Job Summary

Job Summary

Join a student-centered department at a scenic, public liberal arts university in the Appalachian Mountains, where you’ll help shape the next generation of computing professionals. The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at Concord University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Computer Science, beginning January 2027 or August 2027, depending on the candidate’s availability. We seek a passionate educator and collaborator who is excited to engage undergraduates and contribute to the growth of a tight-knit, collegial department. The department offers four computing degree programs: Computer Science Computer Information Systems Cybersecurity Data Analytics Applicants must hold at least a master’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, or a closely related field. Tenure-track appointments require a completed Ph.D. Master’s-level candidates are encouraged to apply and will be considered for non-tenure track positions; college-level teaching experience is preferred, and relevant industry experience will also be considered.Faculty teach a 12 contact-hour load per semester. With small class sizes (typically 15-20 students), teaching here is hands-on and relationship-driven, taking place face-to-face on our campus. New faculty members receive peer mentoring and support from our Center for Teaching and Learning. Additional support is available for mentoring undergraduate research, participating in faculty development, and leading student-centered initiatives. Faculty are expected to develop and teach a variety of courses across our computing programs. We welcome candidates with strengths in any of our program areas, including data analytics, cybersecurity, and platform-based software development, but we are especially interested in faculty who can teach broadly across the curriculum rather than within a single specialty. The successful candidate must be comfortable teaching fundamental computer science courses such as programming, algorithms, and systems. A willingness to grow into unfamiliar courses matters more to us than existing coverage of every topic. As a small department, every faculty member’s flexibility keeps all four programs strong. We are particularly interested in candidates who value teaching in a student-focused environment and can mentor undergraduates from diverse backgrounds. An undergraduate background at a small college is a plus, as it often reflects familiarity with the type of high-impact, relationship-based education we strive to provide.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duty/Responsibility

To perform this job successfully, an individual must: Design and facilitate learning experiences that enable student success and achieve student learning outcomes. Develop expectations and assess student learning outcomes. Effectively teach a wide range of subjects as qualified and assigned. Participate in development of curricula. Provide service to the university, which may include: Participate in program assessment activities Participate in departmental and college service Other duties as assigned by the Department Chair.

% of Time

100

Education/Knowledge

Minimum Education	Master's
Required Licenses/Certification	Applicants must hold at least a master’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, or a closely related field.  Tenure-track appointments require a completed Ph.D. Master’s-level candidates are encouraged to apply and will be considered for non-tenure track positions; college-level teaching experience is preferred, and relevant industry experience will also be considered.
Required Skills	Strong interpersonal abilities with excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate with students, staff, faculty, and administrators. The ability to deliver lectures, prepare course materials, and evaluate student performance. The successful candidate must possess demonstrated teaching competency and also must have a strong commitment to, and understanding of, the role of CS education.

Required Experience

Type of experience Needed	Experience with organizing or coaching cybersecurity competitions (e.g., CTFs) is a plus
Amount of Experience Needed (Months/Years)	More than 2 years

Posting Detail Information

Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Additional Information	Concord University is a public liberal arts institution with an enrollment of approximately 2,000 students. Nestled in the scenic mountains of southern West Virginia, our campus offers access to year-round outdoor recreation, a close-knit community, and a supportive academic environment. We encourage applications from women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans. Visa Sponsorship: The University may consider visa sponsorship for certain hard-to-fill Faculty positions on a case-by-case basis. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is subject to University approval and applicable immigration requirements. Requirements for Completed Application: Cover Letter  CV Teaching Philosophy Unofficial copy of transcripts (The selected candidate will be required to submit official copies of transcripts before time of appointment Three references and their contact information (including a current address, phone number and e-mail address) Selected candidates for the position will be asked to first participate in a phone or zoom interview. Candidates selected from this interview will then be invited to campus. This visit will include a teaching demonstration by the candidate. The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science has seven full-time faculty. Five Mathematics faculty teach General Education courses and service courses to the University. Two Computer Science faculty teach approximately 85 undergraduate students pursing degree options in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Cybersecurity, and Data Analytics. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Quick Link to Posting	https://jobs.concord.edu/postings/1410

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter
3. Teaching Philosophy
4. Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

1. Other Document