Asst Prof, Comp Sci - Software Engr

Posting Summary

Logo Posting Number FAC00196PO23 Advertised Title Asst Prof, Comp Sci

• Software Engr Campus Aiken College/Division USC Aiken College/Division Level Department AIK Math Advertised Salary Range Salary commensurate with qualifications and teaching experience. Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Position Category Full-time Equivalent (FTE) Basis 9 months Work County Aiken Tenure Information Tenure-Track/Tenured Job Search Category Faculty

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Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

Re-advertised Assistant Professor of Computer Science

• Software Engineering / Software Development

• USC Aiken

The Department of Computer Science, Engineering & Mathematics at the University of South Carolina Aiken (USC Aiken) offers a B.S. program in Computer Science with concentrations in Data Science, Cybersecurity and Game & Simulation. The department is designated as a NSA Center of Excellence in Cyber Defense. Our rapidly growing department invites applications for an Assistant Professor, tenure-track 9-month faculty position in computer science to begin on August 16, 2024, with a focus on Software Engineering/Software Development.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in computer science or a related field by August 16, 2024; however, ABD applicants may be considered. Expertise in software engineering/software development is essential; potential for effective teaching at the undergraduate level using engaged learning strategies appropriate to the discipline and level (normal teaching load is 12 hours per semester); and demonstrated scholarly productivity.

Successful candidates must have the qualifications and interest in teaching a wide range of Computer Science courses. Candidates are expected to keep an active research group involving students and be willing to collaborate with the facilities coming to campus such as the National Guard's Cybersecurity Readiness Center, and the Advanced Manufacturing National Lab Collaborative (AMC). In addition, the faculty will have the opportunity to collaborate with area institutions such as the U.S. Army Cyber Center of Excellence and the Savannah River National Laboratory. Salary commensurate with qualifications and teaching experience.

USC Aiken has the "power of proximity" and is bringing together key partnerships to create a Cybersecurity ecosystem in Aiken County that leverages the missions of Fort Gordon (only 20 miles from USC Aiken), the Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) (only 15 miles from USC Aiken), the South Carolina National Guard, and other South Carolina entities.

There are significant synergistic activities that make this position unique in South Carolina and throughout the Southeast.

• The U.S. Army Cyber Center of Excellence (CCofE) has a partnership with USC.

• A $50 million Department of Energy Advanced Manufacturing Collaborative (AMC) research building is under construction on campus that will focus on cybersecurity and other cutting edge STEM technologies.

• The South Carolina National Guard is designing a $30 million Cybersecurity and Readiness center on the USC Aiken campus.

• USC Aiken is now the only four-year partner institution with SANS Technology Institute (STI). Through our exclusive agreement with STI, the STI undergraduate certificate has been folded into our four-year cybersecurity degree as an option for students.

This is an exciting opportunity to help grow and shape a growing Cybersecurity program and our key partnerships at USC Aiken. Faculty in this position will have the opportunity to collaborate with and develop faculty-student research projects with our industry and government partners.

USC Aiken continues to diversify its faculty ranks to more closely resemble our student population, approximately 40% of whom are from underrepresented racial or ethnic groups. USC Aiken is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, transgender status, genetics, or protected veteran status, or pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

The initial screening of applicants will begin November 5, 2023, and continue until the position is filled. Applicants must complete the USC Jobs application online and upload a) cover letter; b) current curriculum vitae; c) statement of teaching philosophy and teaching interest; d) research statement outlining your proposed research plan; and e) unofficial graduate transcripts.

Finalists will be required to submit official hard copy transcripts and contact information for three references who will be contacted at that time.

For more information, please contact Dr. Tieling Chen (search committee chair) at tielingc@usca.edu.

The University of South Carolina Aiken, a public comprehensive university in the University of South Carolina system, offers undergraduate and master's degrees to more than 3500 students in 50 programs of study. USC Aiken is ranked as a top public regional college in the South by U.S.

News & World Report's guide "America's Best Colleges" with 23 consecutive years ranking among the top three and 15 times as #1. Additionally, USC Aiken was recognized for being a Best College for Veterans and a Top Performer in Social Mobility. USC Aiken is South Carolina's COPLAC institution providing a unique and strong liberal arts core within our degree offerings.

We boast students from 35 states and 32 countries. USC Aiken has ten NCAA Division II Athletic programs. Learn more about the College of Sciences and Engineering at USC Aiken at www.usca.edu/cofse.

Situated on 450 acres, USC Aiken is located thirty minutes from Augusta, GA (home of the Masters Tournament and Fort Gordon, new home of US Army Cyber Command), one hour from Columbia, SC, and within three hours of Charleston, SC, coastal beaches, and the Appalachian Mountains. Aiken is noted for its famous thoroughbred horses, numerous parks and golf courses, wonderful weather, spacious avenues, and historic homes.

• This posting is a re-advertisement. Applications previously submitted are still being considered. Previous applicants do not need to reapply.

Required Education and Experience

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in computer science or a related field by August 16, 2024; however, ABD applicants may be considered. Expertise in software engineering/software development is essential; potential for effective teaching at the undergraduate level using engaged learning strategies appropriate to the discipline and level (normal teaching load is 12 hours per semester); and demonstrated scholarly productivity.

Successful candidates must have the qualifications and interest in teaching a wide range of Computer Science courses. Candidates are expected to keep an active research group involving students and be willing to collaborate with the facilities coming to campus such as the National Guard's Cybersecurity Readiness Center, and the Advanced Manufacturing National Lab Collaborative (AMC). In addition, the faculty will have the opportunity to collaborate with area institutions such as the U.S. Army Cyber Center of Excellence and the Savannah River National Laboratory. Salary commensurate with qualifications and teaching experience.

Preferred Qualifications

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Posting Detail Information

Desired Start Date 08/16/2024 Job Open Date 10/05/2023 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant

• This posting is a re-advertisement. Applications previously submitted are still being considered. Previous applicants do not need to reapply.

In addition to completing the online application, please also upload a) cover letter; b) current curriculum vitae; c) statement of teaching philosophy and teaching interest; d) research statement outlining your proposed research plan; and e) unofficial graduate transcripts.

Finalists will be required to submit official hard copy transcripts and contact information for three references who will be contacted at that time.

For more information, please contact Dr. Tieling Chen (search committee chair) at tielingc@usca.edu.

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time.

This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

The initial screening of applicants will begin November 5, 2023, and continue until the position is filled.

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Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Curriculum Vitae

• Teaching Statement

• Research Statement

• Other Supporting Documents

Optional Documents