Position Information

Position Information

Position Number 123170
Working Title Assistant Professor for Computer Science/STEM Education
Job Title Assistant Professor
Job Type Full-Time
Department Curriculum and Instr Office
Job Purpose
Teach courses, perform research, and fulfill the mission of the Department of Curriculum & Instruction

Essential Functions
Co-design and advance K-12 computer science education research and teacher preparation efforts at Tennessee Tech University and across the state of Tennessee. Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in computer science education, teacher preparation, STEM Education, and other courses relevant to the candidate's areas of expertise. Design and develop, with colleagues, computer science education courses and program. Develop and maintain a strong record of scholarship. Provide leadership and partnership improvements in computer science education across the state. Provide service to the institution, profession and community. Develop grant proposals for external funding.

Minimum Qualifications
An earned doctorate or completion of all coursework (ABD) from an accredited institution in a relevant field related to education or computer science. Scholarly accomplishment appropriate to stage in academic career. Evidence suggesting potential to assume a leadership role in computer science education (e.g., university and/or K-12 program development, policy development, teacher certification, etc.). A record of successful university or K-12 teaching.

Preferred Qualifications
K-12 teaching in Computer Science. Familiarity with national Computer Science standards. Demonstrated success or evidence suggesting potential for success in obtaining external funds to support research or teaching. Evidence/knowledge of various computer science programming languages.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Commensurate with education and experience. Full-time, nine-month, tenure-track position to begin August 2019.
Benefits Information
The University offers a competitive benefits package. Benefits include the accumulation of one sick leave day per month and thirteen University holidays. Other benefits include medical and life insurance (shared cost with the university), retirement, optional 401k, and educational benefits. Deferred income and benefits over 12 months.

Posting Details

Posting Date 12/20/2018
Screening Date 02/15/2019
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants will be required to electronically upload a letter of application, curriculum vitae, unofficial copies of transcripts (official transcripts for all degrees conferred required upon hire), and email contact information for three professional references who will be contacted via email to provide a reference letter. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure all materials are received. Applications without all required documents are incomplete and will not be considered. Questions can be directed to: Dr. Jason Beach, Chair, Search Committee, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Tennessee Technological University, Cookeville, TN 38505. You may contact Dr. Beach at 931.372.3069 or preferably by email at JBeach@tntech.edu.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Letter of Application
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Transcripts

Optional Documents

1. Transcripts 2
2. Transcripts 3
3. Licenses/Certs

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have or will you have by start date, an earned doctorate or completion of all coursework (ABD) from an accredited institution in a relevant field related to education or computer science?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have evidence suggesting potential to assume a leadership role in computer science education (e.g., university and/or K-12 program development, policy development, teacher certification, etc.)?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * How did you hear about this job opportunity?
   (Open Ended Question)

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