Assistant Professor (AI in Data Science)
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 23, 2024
Assistant Professor (AI in Data Science)Eastern Kentucky UniversityTitle: Assistant Professor (AI in Data Science)Position Type: Fulltime FacultySearch Type: External - minimum 7 daysDepartment: 21R000 - Science, Tech, Engineering & MathDivision: 2R0000 - Academic AffairsPosition Location: Richmond CampusDriver Classification: Non-DriverFLSA: ExemptSchedule Type: Full Time (37.5 hrs per week or more)Hours Per Week: 37.5Additional Schedule Details:Posted Salary Grade: Faculty Full Time - 01Retirement: KTRSContact Person: Lan KongJob Summary/Basic FunctionsThe Department of Computer Science & Information Technology at Eastern Kentucky University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of AI in Data Science, for Academic Year 2024-2025.Applicants should hold an earned Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field from an accredited institution at the time of appointment. ABD applicants may be considered but must have a Ph.D. (verified by official transcripts) at the time of appointment. The position begins August 2024.The position services the Artificial Intelligence in Data Science program. The successful candidate will teach a variety of courses including, but not limited to, Data Visualization, Data Mining, Big Data, Machine Learning, and Artificial Intelligence.The successful candidate will teach on-campus and/or on-line undergraduate courses in a 4/4 teaching load, develop and maintain an active scholarly agenda, conduct academic advising, and participate in service to the department, university, and community. In addition, membership and participation in state, regional, national, or international professional organizations is recommended.Minimum QualificationsEducation: Earned Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field from an accredited institution at the time of appointment. ABD applicants may be considered but must have a Ph.D. (verified by official transcripts) at the time of appointment.Experience:Effective interpersonal communication skillsStrong oral and written communication skillsAnalytic and problems solving skillsActive and effective listening skillsAbility to collaborate with peers and studentsAbility to understand and adapt to current trends in professional communicationEvidence of good character, mature attitude, and professional integrityLicensure & Certifications:Preferred Qualifications:Job Duties:Maintain a 4/4 teaching load, teaching courses as assigned at the times and in the locations necessary to meet the needs of EKU studentsUtilize effective teaching methods, innovative teaching techniques, and teaching modalities, and multiple evaluation and assessment procedures as a means to help meet the needs of EKU studentsDemonstrate the ability to teach, develop, and implement courses related to one's curricular areaDevelop and maintain an active research agendaKeep up to date with one's field and curricular areas by reading and reviewing current scholarly or creative works and by attending conferences, seminars, workshops, courses, and faculty development activitiesAdvise students, fulfill program, departmental, college, and university committee assignmentsDemonstrate the willingness and ability to work effectively with colleagues to support the mission of EKU, its academic units, and its campus communityDemonstrate respect for and support EKU's diverse campus community and student populationSponsorship: This position may be considered for visa sponsorship.Funding Source: InstitutionalOpen Until Filled: NoSpecial Instructions:Applicant documents include:- Cover letter- Vitae- Unofficial copies of graduate and undergraduate academic transcripts- A statement of teaching philosophy- Letters of reference- Contact information for at least three professional referencesAA/EEO StatementEastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.Background Check StatementOffers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory background check.To apply, please visit: https://careers.eku.edu/jobs/assistant-professor-ai-in-data-science-richmond-campus-kentucky-united-statesjeid-73ca0fdc4c75b44f8b9121ad7662b383
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