Assistant Professor of Computer Science & Software Engineering at Augustana University – Sioux Falls, South Dakota

The Augustana University Computer Science Department invites applications for tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor positions in Computer Science & Software Engineering. We seek candidates who are passionate about undergraduate education and capable of developing and teaching a variety of core and advanced courses that support computer science and software engineering.

Departmental needs include programming (various languages), algorithms and data structures, software engineering and software design, theory of computation, web application development, computer architecture, operating systems, networking, and artificial intelligence.

Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated expertise or strong interest in software engineering, algorithms, artificial intelligence, computational theory, or emerging fields such as quantum computing.

Primary duties and responsibilities include:

Teaching courses in support of the University’s computer science and software engineering programs. Course assignments will depend on specialization and departmental needs.

Demonstrating a record of scholarly activity and research in computer science, software engineering, or related fields.

Advising and mentoring students in academic and professional development.

Participating in service to the department, university, and broader community.

Building partnerships with local and regional businesses and technology organizations to enhance applied learning and internship opportunities.

Qualifications for this position:

A PhD in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related field by the start date of the appointment is preferred. Candidates with a master’s degree and substantial, relevant industry or research experience will also be considered.

Experience teaching in computer science, software engineering, or a related area at the university level.

Demonstrated teaching excellence.

Evidence of scholarly achievement and a commitment to maintaining an active research agenda.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with students and colleagues.

Application Procedure: Please submit the following materials electronically to our Career Center Portal. If assistance is needed during the application process, please reach out to humanresources@augie.edu.

Cover Letter addressing your qualifications and fit for the position as described above

Curriculum Vita

Teaching Philosophy Statement (sample course syllabi and evidence of teaching effectiveness are welcome if available)

Undergraduate and Graduate school transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable)

Three Letters of Reference

Official website: www.augie.edu

Augustana University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Title IX Employer. Applicants must comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act and may be required to submit official transcripts upon employment. Finalist candidates must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment background check.