Assistant/ Associate Professor - Computer Science
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Please Note: This Position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered. Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position. Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.
Position Details
Classification Information
| Position Classification Title |
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| FLSA |
Exempt |
| Position Class (Extract From Banner or PA) |
F1 |
| EPA Position Type |
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| JCAT |
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Position Overview
| Primary Purpose of the Position |
Winston-Salem State University's Department of Computer Science has a dynamic group of students, faculty, and staff dedicated to learning, teaching, and advancing Computer Science. The department believes strongly in the individual worth of every student. Thus, the faculty's first priority is to deliver high-quality instruction to the students in every course in a student-centered environment. The faculty in the department is also a diverse group of respected and active scholars in the field. Therefore, collaboration in research and participation in departmental, College, and university service, as well as engaging in service to one's professional discipline and the larger Winston-Salem and Forsyth County community.
Winston-Salem State University (
WSSU) announces a national search for two (2) faculty positions in the Department of Computer Science in the College of Arts, Sciences, and Education (
CASE). The full-time, nine-month Tenure-track positions will begin in August 2025. Established in 1991, the Department of Computer Science offers a highly successful
ABET/
CAC-accredited B.S. Degree program in computer science and a B.S. degree program in information technology. The department also offers a M.S. degree program in computer science and information technology, two certificate programs in computer programming and data analytics, and minor programs in computer science and data science.
Position 1: We invite applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor or Associate Professor in Cybersecurity. The ideal candidate will have a doctoral degree in Computer Science or a related field by August 2025. Responsibilities include teaching graduate and undergraduate courses in Computer Science and Information Technology's foundational, breadth, and depth areas. Candidates should demonstrate an ability to conduct and publish high-quality research, secure extramural funding, and mentor students inside and outside the classroom. We offer a dynamic, interdisciplinary environment with opportunities for collaboration across departments. Candidates committed to fostering diversity and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.
Position 2: We also invite applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor or Associate Professor in Artificial Intelligence. The ideal candidate will have a doctoral degree in Computer Science or a related field by August 2025. Responsibilities include teaching graduate and undergraduate courses in Computer Science and Information Technology's foundational, breadth, and depth areas. Candidates should demonstrate an ability to conduct and publish high-quality research, secure extramural funding, and mentor students inside and outside the classroom. We offer a dynamic, interdisciplinary environment with opportunities for collaboration across departments. Candidates committed to fostering diversity and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.
Although the department will give special consideration to candidates with a demonstrated commitment to teaching and interdisciplinary research with expertise in cyber-security and artificial intelligence, expertise in other research areas of computer science will also be considered.
Candidates with an established research program, a history of outstanding publications, and extramural funding may be considered for one of the endowed professorships in computer science.
The candidates would be expected to provide outstanding teaching, research, and service to the professional discipline and the Winston-Salem and Forsyth County community; maintain the highest level of quality in undergraduate and graduate instruction to support the
ABET-accredited
programs and other programs offered by the department. The candidate would be expected to attract external funding, contribute to the execution of the department and university strategic plan, demonstrate leveraging data to engage in the process of continuous improvement, work collaboratively with members of the department and other departments, committed to the principles of liberal education, and develop external collaborations with other academic institutions and industries. |
Position Information
| Working Position Title |
Assistant/ Associate Professor - Computer Science |
| Building and Room No. |
Elva J. Jones Computer Science Building, Room 4203 |
| Appointment Type |
Permanent Full-Time |
| If Time Limited. |
No |
| Appointment Length. |
9 months |
| Position Number |
000684 |
Requirements and Preferences
| Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies |
No |
| Normal Work Schedule |
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
| Department Required Skills |
We seek exceptional candidates strongly committed to undergraduate teaching excellence, mentoring undergraduate research, and engaging with and serving the broader community. We welcome candidates with a cybersecurity and artificial intelligence background to enhance our curricular programs' strengths. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Computer Science or a related field before August 2025. Candidates must also have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a commitment to a liberal arts education in a culturally and linguistically diverse educational community. Candidates will demonstrate an ability to leverage various technologies that engage students equitably in learning. They will commit to professional growth and development by participating in training and engaging with professional organizations and conferences. The successful candidate will have an active research agenda, resulting in publications in peer-reviewed conferences and journals.
Please submit the following items with your application:
- Curriculum Vitae
Cover letter: Describe your interests, background, and how your skills and experiences match the position description.
Teaching Philosophy: Address how to create an inclusive classroom environment and campus community and how to work with a culturally and linguistically diverse student body.
Evidence of teaching effectiveness (only for Associate professor candidates): Teaching evaluations, syllabi, evidence of integrating high-impact practices, teaching recognitions, etc.
Statement of Research: Describe current research and plans for future productivity.
References: Provide three letters of reference from three individuals with complete contact information who can discuss your teaching, research, and service contributions.
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| Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education |
The following qualifications and skills are required for these positions:
- A Ph.D. in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a closely related field by August 2025.
- Demonstrated active research agenda supported by publications in renowned conferences and journals.
- Experience in delivering both on-campus and online classes.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Candidates for Associate Professor must be tenure-eligible and should have the following additional qualifications:
- Evidence of establishing partnerships with business and industry that advance the unit's mission, the research agenda, and student engagement.
- A proven record of engaging and mentoring students in research activity.
- A record of extramural funding.
- A proven record of excellence in teaching, research, and service.
Please submit the following items with your application:
- Curriculum Vitae
Cover letter: Describe your interests, background, and how your skills and experiences match the position description.
Teaching Philosophy: Address how to create an inclusive classroom environment and campus community and how to work with a culturally and linguistically diverse student body.
Evidence of teaching effectiveness (only for Associate professor candidates): Teaching evaluations, syllabi, evidence of integrating high-impact practices, teaching recognitions, etc.
Statement of Research: Describe current research and plans for future productivity.
References: Provide three letters of reference from three individuals with complete contact information who can discuss your teaching, research, and service contributions.
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| Required License or Certification |
N/A |
| Valid US Driver's License |
No |
| Commercial Driver's License Required |
No |
| Physical Required |
No |
| List any other medical/drug tests required |
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Primary Responsibilities and Duties
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
| Describe the specific job duties related to this competency |
The successful candidate will perform specific duties and responsibilities at a Satisfactory or Outstanding level according to the university's faculty evaluation manual. These duties include but are not limited to the following:
Teaching
- Teach using a variety of modalities: face-to-face, online (synchronous/asynchronous) and hybrid.
- Seamlessly integrate their teaching and creative activity to benefit student growth and development.
- Construct sufficiently detailed course syllabi before the first class.
- Teach each class section, create and present relevant course activities, provide written feedback for assignments in a timely fashion, and evaluate student performance.
- Hold office hours each week.
Academic Advising
- Communicate effectively with undergraduate students and monitor their academic progress using software tools, such as EAB Navigate, RAMPATH, Banner, and other student success management systems.
- Advise students in selecting proper courses in the major and building academic pathways to graduation.
- Foster student success and assist students in reaching their fullest academic, personal and professional potential.
- Assist with curriculum development and strategic planning.
Graduate Student Research Mentoring
- Guide graduate students in selecting thesis topics or project problems.
- Mentor graduate students throughout the research/development process.
- Mentor graduate students in preparing the written documents and preparing for the oral defense.
Scholarship, Research, and Creative Activity
- Articulate an active research agenda in cybersecurity/Artificial Intelligence or another focus area that guides scholarly activity.
- Produce scholarly research that results in publications in peer-reviewed conferences and journals within the discipline area.
- Facilitate presentations at well-respected local, state, national, and international professional conferences.
- Collaborate with faculty within the department, across the university, or other institutions to procure sponsored research to advance the department's mission.
Department, College, University, Professional, and Community Engagement
- Attend consistently departmental, college, and university meetings.
- Participate in service activities for the department, university, and community.
- Collaborate with community stakeholders and other professional organizations.
- Maintain membership in discipline-specific professional organizations.
- Serve discipline-specific professional organizations with reviews of conference proposals, peer-reviewed journal articles, and other professional engagement opportunities.
- Serve on community-oriented committees, boards, and commissions relative to communication and media studies.
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| Percentage Of Time |
100 |
Posting Details
Posting Details
| Internal Posting Only |
No |
| Position Type |
Faculty |
| Time Limited Position |
No |
| Appointment Length |
9 months |
| Salary |
Commensurate with education and experience |
| Open Date |
12/20/2024 |
| Close Date |
01/20/2025 |
| Open Until Filled |
No |
| Special Instructions Summary |
Please Note: This Position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered. Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position. Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position. |
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Teaching Philosophy
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Other Document
- References List
Optional Documents
- Letter of Reference 1
- Letter of Reference 2
- Letter of Reference 3
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Winston Salem State University
Commensurate with education and experience
Dec 20, 2024