Job Description

Description of primary duties and responsibilities:
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit:

The primary mission of the Dr. Henry M. Eldridge Department of Mathematics and Computer Science is to prepare students, especially those from historically underrepresented groups, to enter careers in mathematics, computer science, technology, engineering, and education and to continue their education beyond the undergraduate level.

Fayetteville State University is a constituent institution of the University of North Carolina and the second oldest public institution of higher education in the state. Founded in 1867 as the Howard School for the education of African Americans, today FSU serves a growing student body of approximately 7,000 and ranks among the nation’s most diverse campus communities. The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science offers B.S. degrees in Computer Science, Cyber Security, and Mathematics with approximately 550 majors.
Description of Work Continued:
Primary Purpose of the Position:

The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at Fayetteville State University invites applications for a tenure-track position of Assistant Professor of Computer Science to begin in August 2025 The position’s primary purpose would be to teach undergraduate and graduate computer science courses offered by the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science to its majors and to majors from other departments.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
A Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field, with at least 18 credit hours of computer science courses at the graduate level and a record of excellence in teaching, research, and service commensurate with the rank of tenure-track Assistant Professor (ABD will be considered if award of Ph.D. degree can be expected before the start of employment).
Knowledge skills and abilities:
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience teaching computer science courses at the undergraduate/graduate and/or community college level.
Experience with online course development and instruction in Canvas or other online learning management systems.
Experience in supervising undergraduate student research.
Computer Science research experience and ability to present at academic conferences and to publish articles in peer-reviewed journals.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
To learn more about the position, feel free to contact the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Mingxian Jin, by email ([email protected]) or by telephone (910-672-1558). To learn more about FSU and the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, visit http://www.uncfsu.edu/macsc.
Notice to Applicants
Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, Do Not Use the phrase “see resume.”
Please list at least three (3) professional references to include a current supervisor. References will only be contact if you are selected for the position and with your permission.
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Additional Information for Applicants
All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified prior to employment. Transcripts should be provided for all earned degrees and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements. Transcript requests are the responsibility of the candidate.
EEO Statement:
This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable).

Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, political affiliation or sexual orientation. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.