The Department of Computer Science of the College of Arts and Sciences at American University invites applications for a term faculty appointment for Academic Year 2018-2019. Rank will be dependent on experience and stature in the field. The appointment is a 9-month position and will commence on August 27, 2018. The position is potentially renewable.
The Computer Science Department offers both a BS and a MS in computer science. The undergraduate major has been experiencing rapid growth. As of Spring 2018, the department had 93 students registered as majors and 12 as minors. Learn more about the department at https://www.american.edu/cas/cs/.
Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Computer Science. Highly qualified applicants with a master’s degree in Computer Science will be considered. The ideal candidate will be an inspiring teacher with demonstrated excellence in entry-level Computer Science courses. The successful candidate will be expected to teach six sections (3 fall semester, 3 spring semester) of our Introduction to Computer Science course (a python-based course that serves as an introduction to the computer science major). The teaching assignment also includes coordinating activities related to this introductory course including managing teaching assistants. All faculty are expected to hold office hours and participate in School and University activities and service.
Salary is competitive. Review of applications will begin on June 15, 2018 and will continue until the position is filled.
Include a letter of application, curriculum vitae, teaching statement, three letters of recommendation, and teaching evaluations and/or other material documenting teaching excellence, especially in the context of introductory computer science courses. Please contact Arthur Shapiro, at arthur.shapiro@american.edu if you have any questions.
American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively “Protected Bases”) in its programs and activities.
American University is a tobacco and smoke free campus. Hiring offers for this position are contingent on the successful completion of a background check.
American University is required to comply with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). In accordance with the Clery Act, each year American University prepares an Annual Security Report. This report contains campus crime statistics as well as descriptions of Public Safety's services. It is available to all applicants upon request by calling the Department of Public Safety at 202-885-2537 or the Annual Security Report is also available online
