Teaching and Technology Support Specialist - Computer Science

Lafayette College Easton, PA Full-time Education

Posted on April 19, 2024

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Teaching and Technology Support Specialist - Computer Science
Lafayette College: Human Resources: Staff Positions: Provost

Location: Easton, PA
Open Date: Apr 19, 2024

Description
The Lafayette College Computer Science Department invites applications for a full-time teaching and technology support specialist. This role involves supporting teaching and research activity in the department through course instruction and support of critical CS infrastructure. The candidate will provide teaching support by offering 1-2 introductory courses each semester, conducting regularly scheduled tutorials on specific technical topics, and supervising student workers, such as teaching assistants and tutors. In addition, the successful candidate will play a crucial role in the daily operation of our computing infrastructure and provide essential teaching support within the Department of Computer Science. Responsibilities to the computing infrastructure include (1) regularly maintain and manage the hardware and software components of the Computer Science computing infrastructure, (2) plan and implement enhancements to the computing infrastructure, and (3) foster cooperative working relationships with Lafayette College's Information Technology Services.

The department is one of five ABET-accredited Bachelor of Science programs at Lafayette College. Department faculty have a diverse set of interests ranging from theoretical computer science to applied computing problems, with specific expertise in algorithms, artificial intelligence, knowledge representation and reasoning, logic, human-computer interface, machine learning, natural computing, natural language processing, and computational epidemiology. The department offers both Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts degrees in computer science, as well as minors in computer science and computational methods. The department also plays a key role in the newly established Data Science Minor in collaboration with the Department of Mathematics. For more details about the department please see our webpage: https://compsci.lafayette.edu.

Qualifications
A master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or related field, is required. At least 1 year of relevant work experience is preferred. Excellent communication skills are essential, as well as an ability to work with students in an undergraduate setting. Prior teaching experience is highly valued. Candidates should show demonstrated proficiency in, or the desire to learn, the administration of cross-platform computer systems (Linux, Windows, Mac), computer networks, software engineering and database systems.

Application Instructions
Applicants will use Interfolio to submit a: cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and three letters of recommendation. In the cover letter, candidates should address how their teaching and/or service will support Lafayette’s commitment to diversity and inclusion articulated in the College’s diversity statement (http://www.lafayette.edu/about/diversity-statement).

Review of applications will begin on May 8^th, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. Questions about the position should be directed to Prof. Frank Xia, Department Head and Search Committee Chair (xiag@lafayette.edu).

For more information and to apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/145000

Lafayette College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, religion, age, military or veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law in its educational programs and activities, admissions, or employment as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 (which requires that the College not discriminate on the basis of sex); the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (which requires that the College not discriminate on the basis of disability); Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (which requires that the College not discriminate on the basis of race, color, or national origin); and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (which requires that the College not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin); and other applicable laws and College policies.

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