What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor of Computer Science position at Wartburg College?
Faculty Position Vacancy
Founded in 1852, Wartburg College is a selective four-year liberal arts college of the Lutheran Church (ELCA), nationally recognized for community engagement. The college offers more than 50 academic majors and pre-professional and certificate programs leading to the bachelor’s degree. The college is located in Waverly, Iowa, a growing community of more than 10,000 residents. As part of the Cedar Valley metro area (near Waterloo and Cedar Falls), Waverly has an abundance of cultural, musical, and recreational opportunities. Major Midwest metropolitan areas within driving distance include Des Moines, Iowa (2.5 hours); Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minn. (3 hours); Madison, Wis. (3.5 hours); Rochester, Minn. (2 hours); Chicago (5 hours); and Omaha, Neb. (4 hours).
POSITION: Assistant Professor of Computer Science
TITLE: Assistant Professor, Tenure Track
START DATE: August 2025
TIMELINE: Applications received by January 15 will receive full consideration
QUALIFICATIONS:
Successful candidates will provide evidence of the following qualifications:
Required:
M.S. in Computer Science (Ph. D. preferred)
Qualifications and interest in teaching a variety of introductory and intermediate classes in Computer Science
Successful teaching experience and evidence of potential for teaching excellence
Interest in interdisciplinary approaches to learning and general education
Willingness to support the mission of the college
Preferred:
Ph.D. in Computer Science
Background in theoretical computer science or artificial intelligence, and/or willingness to develop in that direction
Successful candidates must be willing to support the College’s mission and contribute to the strategic plan.
DUTIES:
The successful candidate will fulfill the duties of tenure track faculty to include:
Teach seven undergraduate courses (usually three in Fall Term, three in Winter Term, and one in May Term)
Advise departmental majors
Consult with students and faculty in areas of expertise
Teach in the general education program; perform scholarship and service appropriate to a college with a liberal arts emphasis
