Position Title: Assistant Professor of Computer Science and Mathematics

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Department: School of Arts and Sciences

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Reports To: Chair, Department of Mathematics, Sciences & Technology

Status: Full-time

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GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Department of Mathematics, Sciences, and Technology (MST) in the School of Arts and Sciences at Paine College located in Augusta, Georgia invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Computer science and mathematics

Paine College is a private institution steeped in the tenets of Methodism that provides a liberal arts education of the highest quality. The College emphasizes academic excellence, ethical and spiritual values, social responsibility, and personal development to prepare spiritually-centered men and women for positions of leadership and service.

Faculty in the Department of MST are expected to teach undergraduate courses, which may include evening, weekend, hybrid, and/or on-line courses; advise students; mentor students; conduct socially significant research; engage in teaching practices with an acute focus on documenting student learning; serve on faculty committees; attend departmental, faculty, and other meetings; attend College convocations; and pursue professional service opportunities at the local, regional, and national levels.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Department of Mathematics, Sciences, and Technology is seeking qualified candidates for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of computer science and mathematics.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Full-time teaching (15 semester credits) of undergraduate courses which may include evening, weekend, hybrid, and/or on-line courses. The courses include Computer applications and programming, Principles of programming I, principles of programming II, object oriented programing. College algebra, calculus and algorithms and data structure. Other responsibilities include advising students, mentoring students, serving on college committees, supervising undergraduate student research projects, and performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have an earned doctorate (ABD may be considered.) in Mathematics or a related field from a regionally accredited institution, the Transactional Association of Christian Colleges and Schools (TRACS) accredited institution, or agencies recognized by the Department of Education and the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). The accrediting agency must be in good standing. Preference will be given to candidates who have demonstrated grantsmanship skills and active scholarship. Additional qualifications include:

· Previous collegiate teaching experience is desired.

· Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written English.

· Strong interpersonal skills with students, faculty, staff, and administrators.

RANK AND SALARY

Salary is competitive and commensurate with professional experiences; nine-month position with potential for summer employment.

EFFECTIVE DATE OF APPOINTMENT

Nine-month appointment to begin fall semester 2019 (July 30, 2019).

To Apply

Complete an application for employment online.

Submit the following materials to apply for the position(s):

Letter of interest that details the applicant's expertise and outlines the applicant's qualifications for the position; curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, and all unofficial transcripts from institutions of higher education attended by the applicant. If hired, official transcripts must be submitted within one (1) month of hire.

For specific questions regarding this posting contact:

Chair, Department of Mathematics, Sciences, and Technology
Dr. Raul Peters

Email: rpeters@paine.edu

Expected Start Date

July 30, 2019. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Note: If hired, the successful candidate will be asked to sign a Certification Statement indicating that they have read, understand, and will respect the Biblical Foundation Statement and the Christian Philosophy of Education Statement of Paine College. These statements may be found at https://paine.edu/web/about/about/foundational-statements.

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