Assistant Professor, Data Science/Tenure Track
About Westfield State University:
In 1839, Horace Mann founded Westfield State University as the first public higher education institution without barrier to race, gender or economic class. Westfield State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination, equal opportunity, diversity and affirmative action. We are dedicated to providing educational, working and living environments that value the diverse backgrounds of all people including minorities, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and other protected persons, or individuals with diverse cultural backgrounds.
Westfield State is the most residential of the state universities in Massachusetts, with over 60% of our 5600 full-time undergraduate students living on campus. The campus is ideally situated on the edge of the Berkshire Mountains in western Massachusetts just 30 minutes from the thriving cultural centers of Northampton and Amherst, and 1.5 hours from both Boston and Albany.
Job Description:
Campus Title: Assistant Professor, Data Science
State Job Title: Assistant Professor
Department: Computer and Information Science/Mathematics
Job Code: HA3200
FLSA Status: Exempt
Funding: 7115-6014
Bargaining Unit: MSCA
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Timeframe: Academic Year
Shift: TBD
Regular Days Off: Saturday and Sunday
Supervision Received: The Assistant Professor of Data Science reports to the Department Chair of Computer and Information Science and the Department Chair of Mathematics.
Supervision Exercised: None.
Salary: Salary to commensurate with education and experience
General Statement of Duties and Summary of Interconnected Departments: Westfield is a great place to work, learn and grow. In 2011, Westfield State University was named one of "America's Great Colleges to Work For" by the prestigious Chronicle of Higher Education. This position offers a particularly exciting opportunity, in the emerging interdisciplinary Data Science field. Our program spans two departments (Computer and Information Science and Mathematics) that together are advancing an innovative and exciting program of study in this field.
In addition to the new Data Science program, Westfield State's Department of Computer and Information Science (CAIS) also supports majors in both Computer Science and Computer Information Systems as well as a CAIS minor with three available tracks. Our tight-knit community is active, with our Programming team placing second in this spring's CCSC-NE programming competition and volunteer opportunities available for sharing knowledge with classmates, the university, and the community. In the last year, our students have landed internships and jobs with some of the country's top technology companies. We provide a supportive community, where faculty and students work together on learning the latest technologies, always with a focus on helping each individual achieve their personal goals.
The Department of Mathematics at Westfield State University supports active major and minor programs, teacher education programs, vibrant extracurricular mathematics student activities, undergraduate research, actuarial program, and internship programs. Departmental research and scholarship span many areas of mathematics, mathematics education, and teacher education. Our faculty members provide scholarship and campus-wide leadership in the use of cooperative learning, teaching with technology, inquiry based and guided discovery learning, and other areas of teaching innovation.
(This is a joint position between the Department of Computer and Information Science and the Department of Mathematics.)
The Department of Computer and Information Science and the Department of Mathematics at Westfield State University invite applications for a joint tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning in the Fall of 2023. We seek an individual with energy, enthusiasm, and a strong commitment to both teaching and further improving the Data Science program curriculum. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to make a real contribution to the departments' programs and be recognized and appreciated for that contribution.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Duties include but not limited to:
Essential:
- Teach courses in both Computer Information Science and Mathematics.
- Work on gradually assessing and improving the curriculum and other aspects of our Data Science program.
- Engage in continuous scholarship and also provide service to the department and the university.
- Perform academic advising for some of the students in the programs
Please direct any questions/concerns about this position to:
Dr. Steve Boughosn
Chair of Computer & Information Science Department
Email: sboughosn@westfield.ma.edu
Dr. Jesse Johnson
Chair of Math Department
Email:jwjohnson@westfield.ma.edu
Requirements:
Required Qualifications:
- Must have an earned Ph.D. in Data Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, Statistics, or other closely related field, with an expertise in data science. Ph.D. should be already earned or anticipated by September of 2024.
- Have knowledge and experience in the following areas: artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, data mining, linear programming, and statistics.
- Fluent in one or more programming languages used to manipulate large amounts of data (such as Python or R) with proficiency in popular data science and machine learning libraries, and have a high level of comfort in using these to teach courses.
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate education and a broad potential for excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service.
Additional Information:
Salary:
For the majority of new employees, the minimum starting salary will apply. Specific salary for current Westfield State University employees and individuals currently working for the state of Massachusetts must be calculated individually in accordance with collective bargaining and state policies and procedures.
State job specifications for this position may be found at the department of higher education website: http://www.mass.edu/foremployees/classificationspecs/classspecs-pers.asp
Disability Accommodations:
Westfield State University understands that persons with disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance regarding disability accommodations, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (413) 572-8106.
Background Check:
Employment at Westfield State University is contingent upon a background check that is satisfactory to the University. Failure to provide written authorization for a background check will nullify the offer of employment.
Application Instructions:
An online application is required. A complete application includes:
- Cover Letter*
- Curriculum vitae
- Unofficial copy of transcripts of highest degree
- Statement of teaching philosophy with areas for continuing scholarship
- Contact information for three reference letter providers**
Notes:
* In your cover letter please include the ways in which you would advance diversity and inclusion in your classroom and at the university.
** Contact information for three reference letter providers should be completed on the reference form. Applicants that are using Interfolio for an existing confidential letter of recommendation should provide the Interfolio based email address (e.g. ref1@interfolio.com).
Application deadline: Review of applications will begin 9/27/22. The job will remain open until finalists have been selected.
NOTE: If you need assistance completing your application please contact our online Help Desk. The link to the help desk can be found at the top of the page via Contact Us.
Covid-19 Requirements:
As a condition of employment, you will be required to complete an initial series of COVID vaccination (2 doses of Pfizer/Moderna or 1 dose of J&J) prior to coming to campus. Initial booster doses are strongly encouraged for everyone who is eligible. New employees will be required to provide proof of vaccination to Human Resources prior to onboarding. Employees who require a medical or religious exemption should email Tina Bones, Benefits Manager in Human Resources, at lbones@westfield.ma.edu.
To apply, visit https://westfield.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=153748&CNTRNO=11&TSTMP=0
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