Assistant Teaching Professor/Lecturer of Computer Science

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The assistant teaching professor title designates completion of terminal degree. This is a one-year appointment with option for renewal, 36 weeks, to begin August 5, 2025, or as negotiated.

Responsibilities:

Teach up to four courses (12 credits) each semester using traditional, hybrid and online delivery methods. This position will teach in support of a baccalaureate Computer Science degree program offered by three Penn State campuses: Penn State Beaver, Penn State Brandywine, and Penn State Hazleton. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with faculty in this consortium, teach traditional residential courses and share a portion of the curriculum to consortium campuses using a variety of distance education methods. Teaching assignments may require teaching day and/or evening as needed.

Successful candidates will be able to instruct diverse courses within the Computer Science baccalaureate program. Experience teaching remotely using a variety of techniques is a plus. Examples of courses include: programming fundamentals, data structures, object-oriented programming, systems programming, computer organization and design, theory of computation, operating systems design, programming languages, and electives in the instructor's area of expertise.

Faculty are expected to engage in activities to stay current in the discipline, advise students and provide career guidance, participate in campus, university, and community service activities, and participate in course, curriculum, and program development. Ideal candidates will have interest in engaging students in co-curricular activities, such as undergraduate research, academic clubs and others.

We actively look for faculty with a commitment to high quality instruction in a student -centered environment. Successful candidates will be expected to promote and advance the University's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Qualifications:

Minimum of Master's degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited institution.

Campus Information:

Penn State Hazleton is one of more than 20 Penn State campuses state-wide. It is a student-centered, residential campus of approximately 550 students. The coursework for the first two years of more than 160 Penn State baccalaureate majors is offered, as well as 13 baccalaureate degrees, including a B.S. in Engineering, and B.S. in Computer Science, and 5 associate degrees.

Students and faculty at Penn State Hazleton have all the resources of a major research university at their disposal, but in a small college atmosphere. Class sizes are small, and the student/faculty ratio is low, so students can receive much individual attention. Our faculty members are committed to providing a high-quality educational experience to their students and are actively engaged in research. Our students receive a world-class education delivered in a small campus setting and have opportunities to participate in undergraduate research projects supervised by faculty members.For more information about the campus visit https://hazleton.psu.edu/

Inquiries about the position should be addressed to:

Joseph Ranalli, Associate Chief Academic Officer, Penn State Hazleton(jar339@psu.eduor 570-450-3065).

How to Apply:

For full consideration, applicants are required to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and a diversity statement that details how their teaching, service and/or scholarship has supported the success of students from diverse and/or underrepresented backgrounds (applicants who have not yet had the opportunity for such experiences should note their plans for such work) as a single PDF document; other information pertinent to the position may also be included. Finalists will be asked to submit a list of three references.

Closing Date: Application review begins May 11, 2025, and continues until a suitable candidate is found.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

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