Instructor, FTT - Computing & Information Science

Title: Instructor, FTT - Computing & Information Science

Agency: Academic Affairs-10

Location: Radford

FLSA: Exempt/ Not eligible for overtime

Hiring Range: Salary Commensurate With Experience

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

Additional Detail

Job Description:

Radford University's School of Computing and Information Sciences seeks qualified applicants with expertise teaching undergraduate Computer Science courses for a one-year temporary faculty appointment during the 9-month academic year beginning in Fall 2024. Candidates are expected to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.

Radford University is a comprehensive public university of over 7,700 students that has received national recognition for many of its undergraduate and graduate academic programs, as well as its sustainability initiatives. Radford University serves the Commonwealth of Virginia and the nation through a wide range of academic, cultural, human service, and research programs and is one of the premier teacher preparation universities in the Commonwealth.

Well known for its strong faculty/student bonds, innovative use of technology in the learning environment and vibrant student life on a beautiful 211-acre American classical campus. The University offers 76 bachelor's degree programs in 47 disciplines, and six certificates at the undergraduate level; 28 master's programs in 23 disciplines and six doctoral programs at the graduate level; and 17 post-baccalaureate certificates and one post-master's certificate. A Division I member of the NCAA and Big South Conference, Radford University competes in 16 men's and women's varsity athletics.

With over 200 clubs and organizations, Radford University offers many opportunities for student engagement, leadership development and community service. Please visit the Radford University website at http://www.radford.edu.

In 2022, the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education elevated Radford University to the Doctoral/Professional classification due to the increased number of doctoral degrees awarded. Radford University was recently recognized among the top National Universities by the U.

S. News & World Report's 2023 Best Colleges report. In addition, Radford University was recognized as one of the "Best Regional Universities in the Southeast" by the Princeton Review in 2023. Radford University was also recognized as one of the Best Colleges of Public Distinction for 2022-2023.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to teach foundational Computer Science courses such as networking, security, operating systems, and architecture

• Ability to teach online courses with existing pre-developed learning material

• Master's degree or higher in Computer Science or related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching Computer Science courses.

• Experience teaching different types of learners at different levels with a variety of teaching methods

• Ability to (learn to) teach effectively in one or more additional areas, particularly: cloud computing, data engineering, database management, web development, or software engineering and testing.