Assistant Professor of Computer Science
Lincoln Memorial University
Harrogate, TN
Full-time
Education
Posted on February 19, 2024
Position Details
Position Information
| Position Title | Assistant Professor of Computer Science |
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| Department | COMPUTER SCIENCE |
| Position Category | Faculty |
| Job Description | The Department of Mathematics at Lincoln Memorial University invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor in Computer Science. The candidate must have earned a PhD in Computer Science or an appropriate related discipline. The primary teaching responsibilities for this position may include introductory computer science courses as well as courses on artificial intelligence, network security, and software engineering. The faculty member will have the primary responsibilities of teaching, scholarship, and service in support of the University, School, and Department missions. To ensure a smooth transition into our academic community, the successful candidate will participate in LMU’s New Faculty Academy. Additionally, during their first year, the new faculty member will enjoy moderated scholarship and service expectations while receiving guidance and support from a faculty mentor assigned by the department. |
| Required Qualifications | earned Ph.D. in Computer Science or appropriate related discipline; *educational preparation in accordance with requirements of the University and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools; and *evidence of potential for effective teaching and scholarly activity. |
| Preferred Qualifications | college-level teaching experience |
| Physical Demands | |
| Campus | Harrogate |
Job Duty
| Job Duty | undertake the Standard Instructional/Research/Service Workload as outlined in the LMU Employee Handbook |
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| Job Duty | provide course and classroom conduct as outlined in the LMU Employee Handbook |
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| Job Duty | comply with the university LMU Employee Handbook |
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| Job Duty | submit textbook requests |
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| Job Duty | comply with announced requirements |
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| Job Duty | engage in professional development |
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| Job Duty | assist the department chair with effective development and implementation of department s Student Recruitment and Retention Plan, such as Homepage, Brochures, and student letters |
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| Job Duty | assist department chair in the development, implementation and monitoring of the Long-Range Strategic Plan and Outcomes Assessment Plan for the assigned program/department |
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| Job Duty | support and promote the university s SEWS and Transparent Instruction programs (as applicable) within the curriculum |
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| Job Duty | assist the department chair with necessary department, school or university reports/schedules as requested |
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| Job Duty | demonstrate current knowledge of discipline content and assist the department chair with curricular revisions and changes as requested |
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| Job Duty | appropriately align course syllabi goals and objectives to academic major program goals and student outcomes for each course taught |
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| Job Duty | develop a current syllabus for each assigned class and distribute a course syllabus to each student |
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| Job Duty | submit a current copy of each syllabus to the department chair by a predetermined deadline |
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| Job Duty | evaluate enrolled students and submit grades to the Registrar by a predetermined deadline |
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| Job Duty | requisition instructional materials and supplies through the department chair |
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| Job Duty | assure completion of the student course evaluation instrument for the semester as requested |
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| Job Duty | participate in the faculty evaluation process and use the results to improve teaching and strengthen the major |
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| Job Duty | establish and maintain the resources of the academic department, the school, and the University |
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| Job Duty | submit to department chair his/her semester schedule that indicates weekly teaching assignment, office/conference hours and involvement in university, school and department councils or committees |
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| Job Duty | effectively advise assigned students in an individualized educational plan for their program of study and maintain an accurate and current academic file for each advisee |
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| Job Duty | explore career goals with each assigned advisee |
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| Job Duty | mentor majors through the research process |
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| Job Duty | fulfill the university s scholarship expectation through research, publication, grant development, and creative achievement |
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| Job Duty | participate in events that support the institution, the faculty, staff and students |
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| Job Duty | participate in commencement exercises |
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| Job Duty | participate in community and public service opportunities |
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| Job Duty | attend department, school, convocation, and university faculty meetings |
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| Job Duty | promote the mission of Lincoln Memorial University to all faculty, staff, students, and to the community at large |
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| Job Duty | promote effective working relationships among faculty, staff, and students |
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| Job Duty | participate on university committees |
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| Job Duty | maintain proper security for all University files and information and follow privacy procedures at all times |
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| Job Duty | maintain records and procedures for duties and responsibilities of position |
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| Job Duty | complete required institutional, program accreditation, and other reports necessary for the advancement of University programs, both on campus and at extended campus sites |
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| Job Duty | perform other duties as assigned. |
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Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number | F00995P |
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| Job Open Date | 11/09/2023 |
| Job Close Date | 04/30/2024 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Special Instructions Summary | #RPM Harrogate, Tennessee |
| About the Institution | Lincoln Memorial University is a values-based learning community dedicated to providing educational experiences in the liberal arts and professional studies. The main campus is located in Harrogate, Tennessee. For more information about employment opportunities, contact the Office of Human Resources at 423-869-7112 or humanresources@lmunet.edu. |
| AA/EEO Statement | Lincoln Memorial University is an Equal Opportunity education institution. Lincoln Memorial University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in all University programs and activities. |
| Background Check Statement | The University will conduct criminal background checks on all employees. Background checks may include but are not limited to confirmation of the individual’s identity, credit information, motor vehicle driving record, review of an individual’s criminal conviction record (if any), verification of any license, and certificate or degree required for the position. |
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