Open Rank Tenure Track Faculty Position(s) Department of Computer Science

Job description

Open Rank Tenure-Track Faculty Position(s) in the Department of Computer Science

College of Science & Mathematics

The Department of Computer Science at Rowan University seeks to hire one or more tenure-track faculty to begin their appointment in September 2025.

This is a unique opportunity to join the fastest-growing department at the third fastest-growing public research institution, as recognized by The Chronicle of Higher Education.

The Department values diversity as a factor in academic excellence.

The candidate’s preferred research areas include Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, VR/AR technologies, and closely related fields.

Rowan University offers a unique opportunity for research collaborations.

New faculty are encouraged to explore connections within the Department and the College of Science & Mathematics, as well as with Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine, Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine, the Henry M.

Rowan College of Engineering, and other colleges at the university.



Successful candidates are expected to:
+ Conduct high-quality research and publish their results in highly regarded conferences and journals
+ Develop and maintain an independent, externally funded, and sustainable research program
+ Teach core and elective computer science courses and develop new courses of interest in emerging areas
+ Mentor undergraduate and graduate students
+ Contribute to service activities that further collective mission and vision at the department, college, and university levels.



Eligibility:
+ A Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field is required.
+ Candidate(s) will be hired at a level commensurate with experiences (ranging from Assistant Professor to Full Professor).

A proven record (for Associate and Full Professor positions) or outstanding potential (for Assistant Professor positions) for developing sustainable, externally funded research programs and a strong commitment to excellence in both research and teaching are expected from successful candidates.
+ Ideal candidates are those who embrace interdisciplinary collaboration, work well in multidisciplinary student and faculty teams, support diversity, equity, and inclusion, and have excellent communication skills.



Complete applications will include:
+ Cover letter summarizing qualifications and statement of interest in the position
+ A current detailed CV
+ Statement of research interests, including future research goals and plans for obtaining external funding to achieve those goals
+ Statement of teaching philosophy and interests that includes the overview of the candidate’s commitment to inclusive teaching and mentoring practices
+ Names and contact information for three to five references
+ Graduate transcripts (unofficial copies acceptable for initial review)
+ Additional (optional) material may be submitted as an appendix.

Examples include copies of up to two key publications, links to videos of research presentations, awards or other achievements, examples of innovative teaching pedagogies, student evaluations), etc.



Review of applications will commence on November 15, 2024, and continue until suitable candidates have been identified.

Applicants will need to submit the above materials via our online application system at https://jobs.rowan.edu/en-us/listing/.





Questions may be directed to CSsearch@rowan.edu.



Department Overview:

The Department of Computer Science is one of six departments in the College of Science & Mathematics, which also houses the School of Earth & Environment.

The department offers the following undergraduate and graduate programs:
+ ABET-accredited B.S. in Computer Science
+ B.A. in Computer and Informatics
+ B.A. in Computer Systems Technology
+ M.S. in Computer Science
+ M.S. in Cybersecurity
+ B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. Data Science





The Department of Computer Science is in a unique and exciting position: it is rapidly growing in terms of student enrollment at all levels, it is expanding and launching critical programs based on industry and learner needs, and its research culture is quickly evolving, thus opening up new avenues of collaborations and funding.



University Overview:

Rowan University is located in the greater Philadelphia metropolitan area along the Northeast corridor between New York and Washington DC.

Rowan University has become a public research institution ranked among the top 100 public national universities.

Furthermore, U.S. News & World Report ranks Rowan University 19th among Northern Regional Universities and third among the public institutions in the category.



Rowan University offers bachelor through doctoral degrees and professional certificates in person and online to 22,000 students through its main campus in Glassboro, N.J., its medical school campuses in Camden, Stratford, and Sewell, and on the campuses of partner community colleges.

A Carnegie-classified R2 (high research activity) institution, Rowan is the nation’s third fastest-growing public research university, as reported by The Chronicle of Higher Education.





Rowan focuses on use-inspired research at the intersection of engineering, medicine, science, and business while ensuring excellence in undergraduate education and is committed to the strategic pillars of access, affordability, quality, and serving as an economic engine.

These pillars are central to the university's decision-making process.

To learn more about Rowan University and its mission, click here (https://www.rowan.edu/about/) .



Rowan University values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment.

The Department of Computer Science and the College of Science & Mathematics are dedicated to building a culturally diverse faculty and especially encourage applications from women and individuals from underrepresented groups in higher education.



Rowan University celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, race, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, (dis)ability status, military status, and other NJ protected classes.

Rowan University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment as required by Title IX.

Rowan is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with (dis)abilities.

To request reasonable accommodation, contact Christy Mroz, Administrative Assistant, OEE@rowan.edu, 856-256-5494.

Rowan strongly encourages applicants from underrepresented groups to apply.




Benefits


“For eligible employees, benefits include: comprehensive NJ State health, dental and retirement benefits, extensive accrued time off/paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement for employee, spouse, and dependents to attend Rowan University, Glassboro.

(Tuition reimbursement will apply to undergraduate degrees only for spouse and dependents).”



For more detailed information, please visit: https://sites.rowan.edu/hr/benefits/






Please note: candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.

The University will not sponsor a visa for this position.




In compliance with The State of New Jersey's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is:


+ Assistant Professor: AFT: Range 22-25

+ Associate Professor: AFT: Range 26-29

+ Full Professor: AFT: Range 30-33


with placement within the range determined by candidate's qualifications, professional experience, internal equity, and other factors.

Appropriate start-up packages may be available.

Please visit this link to view all respective ranges listed above: https://www.cnjscl.org/Library/CNJSCL_FT-PT_2023-2027_Salary_Charts-Approved.pdf

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