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Posting Number:
0601296

Position Title:
Professor of the Practice, Computer Science

FLSA:
Exempt

Job Type:
Full-Time

Staff Term:
Staff Work Schedule (hours/dates):
Academic Year Schedule (dates):
August - May

Faculty Term:
Full Academic Year

Position Type:
Faculty

Department:
Provost

Job Summary/Basic Function:

The Computer Science, Mathematics and Physics (CSMP) Department at Wheaton College is seeking applicants for a Professor of Practice position starting Fall 2026. The successful candidate will play an active role in guiding the future of the Computer Science major and other related majors within the department through advising and participation in shared governance structures.

The typical teaching load for the position is 3 courses per semester (Fall/Spring). For each course, the responsibilities of the selected candidate will include, but not be limited to, the following:

Teaching effectively in an in-person environment that encourages student-faculty interactions.
Creating a syllabus (with assistance, if desired) to be provided to students and posted on the course’s Canvas site.
Grading assignments within appropriate time frames and posting grades on Canvas.
Holding regular office hours and being responsive to student needs.

The position may be renewed annually for the first two years, followed by multi-year renewals based on performance and needs of the College.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for three references. Other evidence of teaching effectiveness is appreciated. Finalists will be contacted for an interview after the review of your application.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s in Computer Science or related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

Ph.D in Computer Science or related field, experience in teaching Computer Science courses at the college level.

Compensation and Benefits:

To attract and retain the most talented individuals, Wheaton College maintains a flexible and competitive staff compensation and benefits program.

When determining and establishing hiring rates or recruitment ranges for a position, the College considers a number of factors including the budget for the position, the range of the grade, the external market for the position or similar positions, level and scope of responsibilities, required education, skills and relevant experience as well as internal equity. All salary offers must have the prior approval of the Office of Human Resources.

The anticipated hiring or recruitment range for this position is $60,000-$65,000.

The salary for this position will be commensurate with the qualifications, education and experience of the candidate.

Physical Demands:
ADA Statement:

Individuals must possess these knowledges, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

Eeo Statement:
Wheaton College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich an intellectually diverse learning environment, the Department and the College actively encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented groups. Wheaton’s core belief is that valuing diversity is pivotal to personal development, intellectual expansion, and societal equity. Our community is united by a shared dedication to equity and access that is essential to providing a transformative education in the Liberal Arts and Sciences.

Posting Date:
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled:
Yes

Contact(s):
Office of Human Resources

Contact Phone/Extension:
508-286-8206

Contact Email:
careers@wheatoncollege.edu

Contact Fax:
Special Instructions to Candidates:
References:
Supplemental Questions:

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Optional & Required Documents:
Required Documents

Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
List of References
Teaching Philosophy

Optional Documents

Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness

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