Limited Term Contract Instructor, Computer Science

Limited Term Contract Instructor, Computer Science

Employment Group

VIUFA

Position Number

00825

Division

Faculty of Science and Technology

Department

Computing Science

Campus

Nanaimo campus

Location

Nanaimo, British Columbia

Country

Canada

Appointment Type

temporary full-time

FTE

1

Appointment Start Date

01-Aug-2023

Appointment End Date

31-Jul-2024

Leave Replacement

Appointment may end early or be extended.

Posting Restrictions

Applications will be reviewed starting May 18, 2023, but posting will remain open until filled.

Applicant Documents

CV/Resume, Cover Letter, Teaching Evaluations, Philosophy, Referees/References

Posted Date

20-Apr-2023

Closing Date

14-Jun-2023

Job Reference

2071

Duties:

The Computer Science Department is currently seeking to hire a limited term contract (1 year) Instructor (1.0 FTE) who will continue our tradition of high-quality teaching at the undergraduate level at VIU.

The teaching responsibilities of successful candidates will include foundational and specialized undergraduate courses in Computer Science, inclusive of labs. Areas of teaching that complement the current expertise are: Human Computer Interaction, Web and Mobile Programming, Systems Analysis and Design, Digital Logic & Computer Organization, and Game Development and Graphics.

Candidates must demonstrate commitment to teaching, learning and student success through scholarship and institutional service. Successful candidates will participate in a wide range of activities outside the classroom, including student support; institutional, faculty and departmental committee meetings and other initiatives; and professional activities in keeping with their disciplines in and outside the institution.

Required Qualifications:

PhD in Computer Science from an appropriately accredited institution, with expertise in the subject(s) to be taught. Recent post-secondary teaching experience related to a selection of more than one of following areas: Human Computer Interaction; Systems Analysis and Design; Game Development and Graphics; Digital Logic & Computer Organization; Web and Mobile Programming.

Active ongoing participation in professional development activities

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

A commitment to, and understanding of, the importance of equity, diversity, and inclusion in the classroom

Preferred Qualifications:

An established record of successful supervision of undergraduate research

Experience teaching in small classes in an inclusive institutional environment

VIU is pleased to offer eligible employees a comprehensive benefit plan; ample paid holiday time; professional development opportunities and a desirable pension plan. As part of the VIU campus community, our employees work with supportive colleagues within an encouraging environment and are provided with the tools and training that promote learning and development. The perks of VIU employment are multiple, and include well-being initiatives and services, strategic discounts, and flexible work opportunities.

Note:

Short-listed candidates must provide original transcripts, or applicable original certifications at time of interview.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Vancouver Island University (VIU) is collectively committed to building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment for faculty, staff, and students. In our journey towards greater diversity, we invite applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of all gender identities and sexual orientations who bring value to the VIU community through their lived experiences. We encourage members of all equity-seeking groups to self- identify within their application cover letter. When a candidate voluntarily discloses this information in their cover letter, the information will be used only for the fulfillment of the career opportunity. Disclosure and/or self-identification with an equity-seeking group will not lead to advantageous treatment of a candidate who is not qualified.

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