Instructor of Computer and Information Science

Application Deadline: February 17, 2025

Salary: $53,000 – 53,575

About Arkansas Tech:

Founded in 1909, Arkansas Tech University is a comprehensive public institution with a rich history, maintaining regional accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and classification as a Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) level III institution. ATU was ranked the No. 1 regional public university in Arkansas by U.S. News and World Report in 2021-22 and 2022-23 and CollegeNET recognizes ATU as the No. 1 institution in Arkansas on its Social Mobility Index. Since 2019, Arkansas Tech has been the host institution for the prestigious Arkansas Governor’s School. The 559-acre Russellville campus, located in the scenic Arkansas River Valley between the Ozark and Ouachita Mountains, is just one hour from the capital city of Little Rock. Russellville features a charming blend of historic and modern architecture as well as the recreational opportunities provided by Lake Dardanelle and several state parks. Offering more than 100 undergraduate degree programs and more than 40 graduate degree and certificate programs across five academic colleges and two campuses, Arkansas Tech strives to provide a solid educational foundation for life-long learning to a diverse community. For more information about Arkansas Tech University and the surrounding community, please visit our website at www.atu.edu/hr to find our “Live Here” informational resources.

Position Summary:

Arkansas Tech University invites applications for a nine-month, non-tenure track position as an Instructor of Computer and Information Science starting in August 2025. The Computing Sciences division serves 300 students and offers two Associate degrees (AAS in Cybersecurity and AAS in Information Technology), three Bachelor degrees (BS in Computer Science, BS in Cybersecurity, BS in Information Technology), and one Masters degree (MS in Information Technology). The BS in Computer Science is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET (http://www.abet.org/). Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence and student interactions through advising and student organizations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Teach, assess, and develop foundational courses in information technology and related fields with emphasis in web development (HTML/CSS).

Effectively advise and mentor students at the undergraduate level.

Oversee student projects at the undergraduate level.

Engage students in high impact learning practices.

Provide impactful departmental, college, university, and professional service to the university, community, and state.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of and the ability to teach classes in web development (HTML/CSS) and information technology ethics.

Ability to teach fundamental courses in information technology.

Demonstrated skills in both oral and written communications.

Minimum Requirements:

Earned Masters in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a closely-related field.

Exceptional candidates who are within one semester of completion of a qualifying degree may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in teaching foundational web development courses.

Industry experience and/or certifications related to web development.

Experience in online teaching.

Evidence of excellence in teaching

Participation in community outreach.

Work Location, Environment, and Physical Demands:

ATU main campus, Russellville, AR

What to Submit:

Cover letter describing your candidacy for the position, curriculum vita, unofficial transcripts, and contact information for 3 references.

To be considered for the position of Instructor of Computer and Information Science, all applications must be received and processed through our applicant tracking system Cornerstone prior to the closing date on February 17, 2025 before 6:00 pm central time.

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