The Department of Computer Science of the College of Engineering(CoEgr) at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) has a term faculty(non-tenure-track) opening at all ranks. As part of a premier research university situated in Virginia’s capitalcity, VCU’s computer science department has bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoralprograms and collaborates closely with many VCU schools and departmentsincluding numerous health care investigations with researchers on VCU’s MCVcampus. Additional information about the department’s programs and faculty maybe found at http://www.egr.vcu.edu/departments/computer/.
Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity employer.
VCU is aCarnegie-classified very high research activity university, and is one of thetop 100 universities (top 50 in public universities) in the U.S. in federalR&D expenditures. The College of Engineering is in an extensive growthstage, significantly increasing the number of its faculty as student enrollmentrises. Embarked on rapid growth, the computer science department currently has 23tenure-track, tenured and term faculty members.
This is ateaching-intensive, 9-month position renewable annually. Teachingresponsibilities may include both undergraduate and graduate courses in allareas of Computer Science. Other responsibilities will include course andcurriculum development, advising students, and serving on committees. Facultymember is expected to provide high quality instruction and to develop newcourses as necessary.
Requiredqualifications: Demonstrated ability to teach computer science coursesat the undergraduate level. Demonstrated experience working in and fostering anenvironment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population offaculty, staff, and students from various backgrounds and experiences, or acommitment to do so as a staff member at VCU. Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential. An M.S.in computer science or a closely related discipline is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
-A Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related area.
-Experience teaching courses in basic programming languages
-Expertise to teach in AI or cybersecurity related areas
-The ability to supervise capstone design projects
-Willingness to engage in training grant proposals
Application Process: Applicantsshould submit resume, the names and contact information for three professionalreferences, and a statement of teaching interests. Only electronic materials submitted via theVCU Jobs Website will be accepted. Thisposition will be posted until filled, however, priority consideration will begiven to those who apply by July 31, 2025. Earliest possible start date is Fall 2025while a Spring 2026 start is also possible. Pleasecontact Dr. Caroline Budwell, Chair of the Search Committee, at ccbudwell@vcu.edu with questions.
Position Type: Teaching & Research Faculty
Full time equivalent: 100%
ORP Eligible:
Tenure: Ineligible
Rank: Open
Months: 9
Department:Computer Science
Salary:
Contact Information:
Contact Name: Caroline Budwell
Contact Email: ccbudwell@vcu.edu
Contact Phone: