Lecturer, Computer Science & Information Systems (Term)

Location : Youngstown, Ohio

Job Type: Full-time Faculty

Job Number: 202400039

Division: Academic Affairs

Department: Computer Science & Info Systems

Opening Date: 10/02/2024

Bargaining Unit Status: Ohio Education Association (OEA)

Salary Grade: LECT

Full-time Equivalency: 1.0

Summary of Position

The School of Computer Science, Information, & Engineering Technology offers bachelor's degrees in information technology and computer science, as well as the rapidly growing master's degree in computing and information systems.

The successful candidate will teach various courses, encompassing both lower and upper division levels, delivered both online and in-person. They should possess the ability and experience to teach software engineering-related courses, such as software engineering, software security, software testing, project and process management, software architecture and design, software development life cycle, and/or programming-related courses in multiple languages, including Python, C/C++, and Java, across a wide range of proficiency levels from beginner to advanced. The candidate should also demonstrate the ability, experience, or desire to actively participate in the design and development of online courses.

Candidates are expected to have passion for teaching, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and enthusiasm for developing new courses and programs. Additional services will include student advisement, program assessment initiatives, and continuous course and program development and revision.

Position Information

Plans, organizes, teaches, and provides feedback to promote and direct student success. Responds to students in a timely manner. Communicates with students, departments, and university officials via university provided tools and resources.

Ability to contribute to the diversity, cultural sensitivity, and excellence of the University community through teaching.

An Institution of Opportunity: YSU inspires individuals, enhances futures, and enriches lives.

As a student-centered university, Youngstown State University's mission is to provide innovative lifelong learning opportunities that will inspire individuals, enhance futures, and enrich lives. YSU inspires individuals by cultivating a curiosity for life-long learning; enhances the futures of our students by empowering them to discover, disseminate and apply their knowledge; and enriches the region by fostering collaboration and the advancement of civic, scientific, and technological development. YSU's culture of enrichment flourishes in our diverse, accessible, and quality education.

Work Schedule: Typically, Monday through Friday, including some evenings, and the possibility of some weekend days.

Qualifications and Competencies

Required Certifications, Training, and/or Licensures: None

Minimum Qualifications: At least a master's degree in computer science, information technology, computing and information sciences or a computing-related area; one or more years of experience teaching courses in computer science, information technology, computing and information sciences, or other closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications: Ph.D. in computer science, information technology, computing and information sciences, or other closely related field.

Supplemental Information

Please upload all transcripts as one PDF file.

At time of hire, all candidates must provide official transcripts. Official transcripts must be provided in an unopened, sealed envelope and must bear the embossed or raised college seal, date and Registrar's signature.

At Youngstown State University we are committed to a comprehensive employee benefit program that helps our employees live healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance. YSU offers two options for medical plans, optional dental and vision insurance and life insurance. These plans are reviewed annually to maintain competitiveness while being cost effective. In addition, YSU offers tuition remission, 403(b) and 457 retirement planning options, as well as state pension programs and optional voluntary life insurance benefits.

Medical Mutual of Ohio Medical plans

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

Group Life Insurance (University Sponsored and Voluntary)

Group Long Term Disability (University Sponsored and Voluntary)

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

Tuition remission

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Initiatives

Sick Leave

Vacation Accrual

Paid Holidays

State Retirement Programs

403b and 457b Voluntary Retirement Options

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Do you have, or will you have by the time of appointment, at least a master's degree in computer science, information technology, computing and information sciences or a computing-related area?

Yes

No

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Please describe your related experience.

Required Question