Recruitment Number 5661 Working Title Assistant Professor - Computer Science & Computer Engineering Classification Title ASSISTANT PROFESSOR Proposed Salary to be Offered Appointment Percentage (Budget) 100% Position Summary The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, College of Science and Health, Department of Computer Science invites applicants for a full time academic year tenure track Assistant Professor to start no later than Aug 25, 2025. We seek a colleague who will be a dedicated teacher, scholar and mentor for students in addition to strong and dedicated service to the university, college and department. Primary responsibilities include teaching coursework in computer science and/or computer engineering at the undergraduate and graduate level, engaging in an active program of scholarship and professional service. Applicants must demonstrate evidence of teaching and research skills. The Department encourages candidates from all areas of computer science and computer engineering to apply. General position summary statement for UWL faculty positions: Under general supervision of the department chair, the person in this position is responsible for teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses, and advising students. In addition to preparing for and holding classes, teaching involves staying current in the content area related to the teaching assignment, evaluating students' work, assessing student outcomes, maintaining appropriate records, and holding office hours. The individual is expected to maintain an active, on-going program of scholarship appropriate to the discipline. In addition, this individual will provide service to the department, college, and university and is likely expected to provide service to the community and/or the profession. Other duties may be assigned by the chair or dean. Position Type Faculty/Instructional Pay Basis Annual FLSA Exempt Is this position eligible for employment sponsorship, (H1B or PERM)? Yes Required Qualifications Candidates for the appointment should have or be near to completing a doctorate degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related field by the start date. Doctorate completed no later than the end of the first academic year. Preferred Qualifications Preference will be given to candidates that provide evidence of a strong academic publication record, the ability to teach in emerging fields of computing, curricular development, supervising student projects, involvement in service activities, involvement with professional organizations, and interview indicative of ability to be an effective instructor. Preference will also be given to candidates having research expertise that complements rather than overlaps existing departmental expertise. 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Working conditions and environment Office/Classroom setting Miscellaneous Information Information about your Benefits Your benefits add an additional 40%+ to the overall financial package from the university. Highlights include: * paid vacation for 12-month positions. * excellent flexible health insurance with low co-pays and good coverage. * paid holidays and sick days. * after 5 years of employment, you become vested in our retirement system which ensures income post-career. * benefits at UWL are highly competitive with local industry and some of the strongest in state and nation. Benefit eligibility is determined at point of hire. This information is provided for illustrative purposes only. Benefits are also pro-rated based on the appointment percentage. Information about UWL and the Surrounding Region The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse (UW-La Crosse) provides a challenging, dynamic, and diverse learning environment in which the entire university community is fully engaged in supporting student success. Grounded in the liberal arts, UW-La Crosse fosters curiosity and life-long learning through collaboration, innovation, and the discovery and dissemination of new knowledge. Acknowledging and respecting the contributions of all, UW-La Crosse is a regional academic and cultural center that prepares students to take their place in a constantly changing world community. For more than a decade UW-La Crosse has been named one of Kiplinger's 100 Best Values in Public Universities and has appeared prominently on the U.S. News & World Report list of "America's Best Colleges" for more than 15 years, and is ranked #4 on its list of the Best Regional Public Universities in the Midwest. UW-La Crosse ranks 6th nationally among the Top LGBTQ-Friendly Colleges for 2018-19 by AffordableCollegesOnline.org (ACO). With a student population of roughly 10,500, the university offers 91 undergraduate programs, 21 graduate programs, and 2 doctoral programs through the following three colleges, the College of Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities, the College of Business Administration, and the College of Science and Health, as well as the School of Education. There are over 600 full-time faculty and instructional academic staff, 75 percent of whom hold terminal degrees. UW-La Crosse boasts a retention rate (freshmen returning as sophomores) of 84 percent, graduation rate (degree within six years) of 70 percent, and is among only 12 institutions cited nationally by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities for its success in linking campus culture and university leadership to outstanding graduation rates. UW-La Crosse's strategic plan Sustaining Excellence continues to move our community forward through its four pillars: increasing community engagement, achieving excellence through equity and diversity, investing in our people, and advancing transformational education. More information about the ongoing work of Sustaining Excellence is available at www.uwlax.edu/info/strategic-plan. The UW-La Crosse campus is in southwestern Wisconsin, nestled in a residential area of the City of La Crosse and positioned as part of a larger metro area with a population close to 140,000. The area, known as the 7 Rivers Region, is famous for its exceptional natural beauty which includes the Mississippi River on one side, majestic bluffs on the other, and views of rolling farmland and forested valleys in between. Abundant water, woodlands and varying terrain provide ample opportunities for year-round outdoor recreation. Only a couple of hours from Minneapolis or Madison, La Crosse enjoys the affordability and charm of small town living with larger city benefits. Three colleges, two world-class medical institutions, the La Crosse Symphony Orchestra, a restored nineteenth century downtown business district, and a number of galleries and art centers have made La Crosse a regional center for culture, entertainment, medical care, shopping, sports and recreation. More information about the La Crosse metro area can be found here: Choose La Crosse. Learn more about UW-La Crosse here: https://www.uwlax.edu/human-resources/services/talent-acquisition-and-employment/finalist-welcome/ AA/EO Statement The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. We strongly encourage women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans to apply. UWL, in compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status. COMMITMENT TO INCLUSIVE EXCELLENCE We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the Universities of Wisconsin community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching and learning, research, scholarship, creative activity, community service, as inextricably linked goals. The University of Wisconsin La Crosse fulfills this by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who serve the State of Wisconsin and the public good. Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act) For the UWL Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see https://www.uwlax.edu/police/annual-security-report/ or contact the University Police Department at 608.785.9000. SOE Affiliation No Division/College College of Science and Health Description of College / Department / Program / Division / Unit The mission of the Department of Computer Science & Computer Engineering is to provide degree programs in computer science, computer engineering, and software engineering of the highest possible quality. The mission of the College of Science and Health is to provide an outstanding education in the diverse disciplines of science, health, and mathematics. The College is dedicated to student learning where enthusiastic faculty and staff intellectually challenge students in a supportive and professional environment. Fundamental to our mission is the belief in the value of education in the liberal arts and sciences and the creation of new knowledge. The College offers an outstanding academic and cultural environment for the university community and beyond. We are and will continue to be a premier comprehensive institution, excelling in both undergraduate and graduate education. We will provide academic programs that attract high-achieving students on a regional, national, and international basis. The College will have an outstanding reputation for the quality of its students learning, faculty and staff, state of the art facilities and technology, scholarly achievements, and community and professional service. Redbook Position Posting Detail Information Posting Detail Information Posting Date 09/12/2024 Continuous Recruitment Yes Continuous Recruitment First Review Date 10/21/2024 Close Date Special Instructions Application deadlines TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Priority consideration is given to those candidates who apply by the listed 'First Review Date'. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration. If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact the Office of Human Resources. Confidentiality of Applicant Materials UWL is a state agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law. UWL will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request. CBC & Reference Check Policy All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. Position Contact Name Kenny Hunt - Department Chair Position Contact Email khunt@uwlax.edu