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The Role
Teach undergraduate computer science courses at all levels, including Java programming and advanced topics. Develop curriculum and specialized electives, conduct scholarly research, mentor undergraduate researchers, advise students, and contribute departmental, university, and community service within a liberal arts environment.
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Assistant Professor of Computer Science (Tenure Track)
Department: Computer Science
Department: Computer Science
The Department of Computer Science at Eastern Connecticut State University is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the Assistant Professor of Computer Science (Tenure Track) position. Eastern is Connecticut’s Public Liberal Arts University and is located in Willimantic, Connecticut which is 1.5 hours from Boston and 2.5 hours from New York City. Eastern is one of four universities in the Connecticut State College and University System (CSCU). The position also offers substantial health and retirement benefits.
Applicants must have a strong commitment to teaching excellence, scholarship, student advisement, and departmental, university and community service. Eastern is especially interested in faculty with demonstrated excellence in teaching computer science in a liberal arts curriculum and sensitivity to diverse populations and perspectives.
The department is seeking individuals with expertise in one or more of the following areas: Software Engineering, Computer Architecture, Computer Algorithms, Design and Implementation of Programming Languages, and Operating Systems.
Position Description: The applicant is expected to teach undergraduate computer science courses at all levels. The workload is equivalent to 12 credit hours per semester. Responsibilities for the position also include curriculum development, research, undergraduate student research mentoring, advising, and service to the department.
Qualifications:
The candidate must have:
- Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field, completed before August 2027. Commitment to undergraduate education and scholarly research in a dynamic discipline and a liberal arts environment.
- Demonstrated excellence or strong potential to teach Java Programming and upper-level courses in either Software Engineering, Computer Architecture, Computer Algorithms, Design and Implementation of Programming Languages, or Operating Systems.
- Ability to teach core courses as well as develop specialized electives.
Compensation and Employee Benefits:
The Assistant Professor of Computer Science (Tenure Track) is compensated at the Assistant Professor of Computer Sciences salary level in accordance with Connecticut State University American Association of University Professors (CSU-AAUP) Collective Bargaining Unit Agreement.
For more information, please visit Bargaining Agreements/Pay Plans - Eastern.
The State of Connecticut and Eastern Connecticut State University are proud to offer its employees competitive wages and a wide range of fringe benefits including voluntary and supplemental benefits.
Fringe benefits include: paid personal, vacation and sick leave accruals; medical, dental, and prescription plans; group life insurance; retirement; retiree health care; tuition waiver for employee and eligible dependents at any of the Connecticut State Universities (Central, Eastern, Southern or Western) as well as an array of voluntary and supplemental benefits such as Deferred Retirement Contribution plans, Dependent Care Assistance and Medical Flexible spending accounts; long and short term disability insurance plans.
For more detailed information, please visit Human Resources - Eastern.
Eastern Connecticut State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or criminal record. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: LaMar Coleman, Ed.D., Vice President for Equity and Diversity. Dr. Coleman can be reached at: 860-465-5112 or via email at: [email protected].
Skills Required
- Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field, completed before August 2027
- Commitment to undergraduate education and scholarly research in a liberal arts environment
- Demonstrated excellence or strong potential to teach Java Programming
- Demonstrated excellence or strong potential to teach upper-level courses in Software Engineering, Computer Architecture, Computer Algorithms, Programming Languages, or Operating Systems
- Ability to teach core computer science courses and develop specialized electives
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What We Do
Eastern Connecticut State University is Connecticut’s public liberal arts university, engaging students from diverse backgrounds in transformative learning experiences. Its mission emphasizes knowledge, skills, academic excellence, engaged teaching, research, creative work, educational access, and social responsibility. Eastern combines a public-university mission with a private-college atmosphere, practical field preparation, faculty-mentored undergraduate research, and preparation for enriching, purposeful lives through education and public service.
