Assistant Professor of Computer Science

Job Summary:

The Department of Computer Science at Judson University invites applications for a fulltime tenure-track Assistant Professor position commencing in the academic year 2024-2025. The successful candidate will be responsible for undergraduate and graduate-level instruction and contribute to the department’s academic mission.

Primary Responsibilities:
  • Develop and deliver curriculum in Computer Science, ensuring a high standard of pedagogical effectiveness.
  • Engage in service roles, including student mentorship, participation in departmental committees, and maintaining scheduled office hours for student consultation.
  • Advance the integration of faith and learning within a Christian liberal arts framework, demonstrating a living and active Christian faith.
Qualifications:

Required qualifications:

  • A Master’s or Ph.D. degree in Computer Science or a closely related field of information technology.
  • Strong collaborative abilities for working with faculty within the department and across campus.
  • Proficient with industry-standard technologies, including GIT, Linux, C, Java, JavaScript, and SQL.
  • Demonstrate an active and growing Christian faith.
  • Demonstrated commitment to fostering a Christ-centered educational environment.
  • Proven ability to design and integrate academic content into digital learning platforms such as eLearn/Moodle.

Preferred qualifications:

  • Previous teaching experience at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
  • Certification in online course design or instructional technology.
  • Active membership in relevant professional associations.
  • Aptitude for coaching peers in professional development and skills enhancement.
Salary/Benefits:

Rank and salary based on qualifications, education, and work experience.

Contact Information:

Applicants must provide a complete application packet including:

  • Cover Letter
  • Judson Faculty Application, including answers to the three General/Faith Questions
  • Curriculum vitae, and
  • Unofficial transcripts of both undergraduate and graduate work (official transcripts will be required upon hiring)

Please submit all application materials to: Mrs. Christina Cariello, Executive Assistant to the Chief Academic Officer, at [email protected].

Timeline:

For full consideration, please submit all required materials as soon as possible. Review of applications will begin immediately. This position will remain open until filled with the appointment expected to begin August 1, 2024.

About Judson University:

Judson University is a Christian institution representing the Church at work in higher education. Its campus is located along the picturesque Fox River in the city of Elgin just 36 miles northwest of Chicago, Judson is home to over 1,100 students from 42 states and 28 countries. We offer more than 50 undergraduate majors, minors, and pre-professional programs; eight master’s degrees and three doctoral programs.

Judson University has an established policy of equal academic and employment opportunity. This policy is applied to all qualified students, employees, and applicants for admission or employment, in all University programs and activities, without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, or military or veteran status.