Mount Mercy University, Natural and Applied Sciences

Position ID: 2966-DATA [#20061]
Position Title: Instructor, Assistant or Associate Professor of Data and Computer Science
Position Type: Tenured/Tenure-track faculty
Position Location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402, United States [map] sort by distance
Subject Area: Data and Computer Science
Application Deadline: finished (2022/05/20, finished 2023/05/27, listed until 2022/11/20)
Position Description:    

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Mount Mercy University invites applications for an Instructor, Assistant, or Associate Professor of Computer Science for the 2022-23 academic year. Rank will be commensurate with experience. We are seeking a student-centered, enthusiastic, collaborative, and innovative colleague. Ideal candidates will have a Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field, can teach a variety of computer science classes, and are able to help build the existing data science program. The minimum requirement for this position is a master’s degree with a minimum of 18 credits in Computer Science.  


Responsibilities include teaching a wide range of undergraduate courses in computer science with the possibility of teaching data science courses. Excellence in teaching is a top priority for this position. Faculty are expected to teach approximately 7-8 courses per academic year (21-24 credit hours). Tenure-track faculty must engage in scholarship, which is widely defined in the context of a liberal arts institution, including research with undergraduate students. Other responsibilities include undergraduate advising, curriculum development, and service to the institution.   


Qualified candidates should send a: (a) cover letter, (b) curriculum vitae, (c) college transcripts, (d) the names and contact information for three professional references, (e) a statement of teaching philosophy, and (f) a statement of research interests including how they may apply to undergraduate students at a baccalaureate institution.   


Submissions must be emailed as PDF attachments to: hr@mtmercy.edu with the subject line, “Computer Science Faculty.” Only application materials emailed to this address will be considered. The review process will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  


The successful candidate must demonstrate a willingness to support Mount Mercy’s mission. Mount Mercy University is a Catholic, coeducational University founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1928, enrolling approximately 1850 students. The University offers a variety of liberal arts, professional, accelerated, and graduate degree programs. Mount Mercy University welcomes those of different faiths or none and is committed to excellence in education and community service. Visit www.mtmercy.edu for further information.  Sponsorship for exceptional candidates will be considered. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis.  


Mount Mercy is an equal opportunity employer and a smoke-free environment.   


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Contact: Robert Todd
Email: email address
Postal Mail:
1330 Elmhurst Dr. Ne
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402