Assistant Instructor of Computer Science

Position Information

Position Title

Instructor, Instructional Faculty

Working Title

Assistant Instructor of Computer Science

Department

220820-Computer Science & Cybersecurity

Pay Rate

Per faculty salary model

FTE

1.0

FLSA

Exempt

Position Number

997378

Classification

Faculty

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Note: A background check is required for the selected candidate of this position and any job offer is contingent on the results of this check.

To apply online, go to https://jobs.ucmo.edu . Apply to positions #997378. The following items should be attached: a letter of interest, a curriculum vitae, copies of transcripts, teaching philosophy statement, and a list of at least three professional references including their names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses. Official transcripts and three letters of recommendation will be requested for candidates invited for on-campus interview. For more information, contact

Dr. Belinda Copus, Chair
Department of Computer Science and Cybersecurity
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MO 64093
(660) 543-4930
copus@ucmo.edu

Initial screening of applications begins October 13, 2023, and will continue until position is filled.
UCM is located in Warrensburg, MO, which is 35 miles southeast of the Kansas City metropolitan area. It is a public comprehensive university with over 10,000 students. The Department of Computer Science and Cybersecurity offers undergraduate and graduate programs in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Technology and Software Engineering with over 1400 students. The undergraduate Computer Science and Cybersecurity programs are accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET . The undergraduate Software Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET .

The University of Central Missouri is an AA/ EEO / ADA employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Veteran status and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Working hours:

Professional Faculty Hours

Bargaining Unit

No

Work Location

Warrensburg Campus

Posting Date

10/06/2023

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Position Purpose

The Department Computer Science and Cybersecurity at the University of Central Missouri is
accepting applications for several non-tenure track positions in Computer Science and
Cybersecurity. The appointment will begin January or August 2024. We are looking for faculty
excited by the prospect of shaping our department's future and contributing to its sustained
excellence.

Duties will include teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in computer
science, cybersecurity, data science, information technology or software engineering, and
developing new courses depending upon the expertise of the applicant and school needs,
program accreditation and assessment. Faculty are expected to assist with school and university
committee work and service activities and advising majors.

Education & Formal Training

Master's degree (Specify field(s) of study below)

Other Education & Formal Training

• M.S. in Computer Science or a closely related area required
• Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related areas preferred.

Computer Skills

Presentation, Class Management Software

Experience

• Demonstrated ability to teach existing courses at the undergraduate and/or graduate
  levels.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Special Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge:

Attention to detail, Communication skills, including oral, written, and/or nonverbal, Knowledge of a University environment preferred, Human Relations/Interpersonal skills, Management and/or administration skills, Maintain confidentiality

Other Special Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge

Physical & Environmental Factors:

Special Working Conditions:

Professional appearance

Ability to Keyboard

Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you understand that the university requires a background check for this position and that any job offer made to the selected candidate is contingent upon the results of this check? (Open Ended Question)
2. * Will you now or in the future require employer sponsorship to acquire or maintain U.S. work authorization?
   • Yes
   • No

Required Documents
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. References
3. Transcripts
4. Vitae
5. Teaching Philosophy Statement

Optional Documents