Assistant Professor of Computer Science
University of South Carolina Upstate
FAC00237PO22
Spartanburg, SC

The Division of Mathematics and Computer Science at the University of South Carolina Upstate invites applicants to apply for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Computer Science position with a start date of August 16, 2023. The Division seeks candidates whose expertise will extend and complement existing strengths, but candidates with expertise in cybersecurity, network security, computer security, software engineering, cloud computing, mobile computing, or E-business are strongly encouraged to apply. The division offers degrees in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, and Cybersecurity. The Computer Science program is accredited by CAC of ABET. USC Upstate has various internal grant opportunities to fund faculty and student research projects. A strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching and advising, along with scholarly activity and service, is expected.

Faculty position to teach on the Spartanburg and/or Greenville campus.

The University of South Carolina Upstate is a comprehensive public university, a senior institution of the University of South Carolina and is among the fastest growing universities in the State. U.S. News and World Report recently ranked USC Upstate No. 1 among Top Public Regional Colleges in South Carolina, and No. 2 in the South. Located between Charlotte and Atlanta along the I-85 corridor, one of the fastest growing business and high-tech regions in the country, the campus is within easy driving distance of the Appalachian mountains and the Atlantic Ocean beaches. The University has an enrollment of approximately 5,000 students and employs approximately 650 full and part-time faculty and staff, reflecting the diversity of Upstate South Carolina. In addition, students and faculty from over 25 nations reflect the university's international character. USC Upstate is proud of the diversity of its student body and we seek to attract an equally diverse applicant pool for faculty, staff, and administrators. We are an EOE/AA employer and are strongly committed to increasing faculty diversity.

USC Upstate is seeking teacher-scholars who (i) have a commitment to excellence in teaching and working with a diverse student population and (ii) show clear potential for scholarly research and publication. USC Upstate is committed to building a faculty with expertise in student and civic engagement and active learning pedagogies, (e.g. service-learning, mentoring undergraduate research, and the scholarship of teaching, learning and application) and with teaching online or hybrid courses. USC Upstate provides extensive support for junior faculty including competitive professional-development funding, opportunities for student-faculty research collaboration, and a range of workshops and mentoring programs to develop our strengths as teacher-scholars.

The College of Science and Technology is comprised of three academic units whose missions all relate to the promotion of STEM-related programming—the Department of Informatics and Engineering Systems, the Division of Mathematics and Computer Science, and the Division of Natural Sciences and Engineering. Each unit offers rigorous and engaging academic programming, opportunities for undergraduate research, engagement with community partners, and internship and service opportunities. The college embraces diversity and student-centered learning, and strives to provide opportunities for growth with the development of innovative cross-disciplinary activities. Our outstanding faculty provide quality instruction, work closely with students, conduct significant research, and are involved in community engagement. For more information, please visit our website at https://www.uscupstate.edu/cst.

Ph.D. in Computer Science or closely related field (ABD candidates with planned completion dates by August 15, 2023 for an August 16, 2023, start date are encouraged to apply), a commitment to excellence in teaching and strong research potential. Excellent communication skills are required. A successful background check is required.