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:
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
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:
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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| Location | Athens, WV |
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