UConn Careers

INTRODUCTION

The School of Computing harbors a rich environment of instruction and research, offering four rigorous bachelor’s degrees, two master’s degrees, a Ph.D. degree, and a world-class research enterprise. The school has experienced unprecedented growth in the last five years, leading to new and exciting education and research initiatives for faculty and students. Current faculty are engaged in groundbreaking research in computing areas including security, machine learning, bioinformatics, systems and networking, and big data analytics. For the more than 1,300 undergraduate and 150 graduate students, this top-notch college experience is heightened by the school’s successful recruiting of award-winning faculty to train the next generation of computer scientists and engineers. Additional information about the school can be found at http://www.cse.uconn.edu/.

Founded in 1881, UConn is a Land Grant and Sea Grant institution and member of the Space Grant Consortium. It is the state’s flagship institution of higher education and includes a main campus in Storrs, CT, four regional campuses throughout the state, and 13 Schools and Colleges, including a Law School in Hartford, and Medical and Dental Schools at the UConn Health campus in Farmington. The University has approximately 10,000 faculty and staff and 32,000 students, including nearly 24,000 undergraduates and over 8,000 graduate and professional students. UConn is a Carnegie Foundation R1 (highest research activity) institution, among the top 25 public universities in the nation. UConn embraces diversity through research, teaching, service, and outreach and cultivates leadership, integrity, and engaged citizenship in its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. UConn promotes citizens' health and well-being by enhancing the state's social, economic, cultural, and natural environments and beyond. The University serves as a beacon of academic and research excellence as well as a center for innovation and social service to communities. UConn is a leader in many scholarly, research, and innovation areas. Today, the path forward includes exciting opportunities and notable challenges. Record numbers of undergraduate applications and support for student success have enabled the University to become extraordinarily selective.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This position is for the Director of the Computer Science program on the Stamford campus. It is specifically geared to Stamford and Fairfield County. This area has one of the world’s highest standards of living as well as a strong industrial base. There are opportunities for curricular design and engagement with regional industry. The successful hire will have significant opportunities to help shape the program. We have several concentration areas such as Software Engineering, Mobile Systems Development, Big Data Analytics, and Cybersecurity, complementing the concentrations offered at the main campus in Storrs.

The successful candidate will share a deep commitment to promoting the computer science program in the region and the country, effective instruction at the undergraduate level, the development of innovative courses, and mentoring of students in research, outreach, and professional development. The successful candidate will also be expected to broaden participation among members of under-represented groups; demonstrate through teaching, possible research, and/or public engagement the richness of diversity in the learning experience; integrate multicultural experiences into instructional methods and research tools; and provide leadership in developing pedagogical techniques designed to meet the needs of diverse learning styles and intellectual interests. The successful candidate will work closely with school leadership in Storrs to determine teaching and resource needs for the Stamford CS program and also work closely with the academic affairs team at the Stamford Campus to ensure smooth delivery of all aspects of the program.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Computing Science or a related field by the time of appointment.
2. Candidates must have a demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching introductory courses on programming, data structures, and algorithms.
3. The ability to effectively communicate with students in both large and small audiences.
4. A deep commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion through their academic and research programs. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Some experience in administration.
2. Expertise in Systems Programming, Computer Networks, Algorithms, Databases, or Software Engineering.
3. Experience in teaching data science-related subjects will be a plus.
4. An outstanding record of teaching.
5. Demonstrated commitment to effective teaching and use of innovative techniques.
6. The ability to contribute through teaching, research, and public engagement to the diversity and excellence of the learning experience.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a full-time, 9-month, annually renewable non-tenure track position with the possibility of subsequent annual academic-year reappointment, contingent on positive reviews and program funding, and may lead to a multi-year appointment. This position starts in Fall 2025. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications. This position is primarily located at the Stamford campus. 

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

TO APPLY

Please apply online to UConn Jobs at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs Search #498691 to upload the following application materials:

• A cover letter,
• Curriculum vitae,
• Teaching statement (including teaching philosophy, teaching experience, commitment to effective learning, concepts for new course development, etc.).
• Commitment to diversity statement (including broadening participation, integrating multicultural experiences in instruction and research and pedagogical techniques to meet the needs of diverse learning styles, etc.).
• Optional: Research and scholarship statement (innovative concepts that will form the basis of academic career, experience in proposal development, mentorship of students, etc.)
• Three letters of reference

Screening of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

At the University of Connecticut, our commitment to excellence is complemented by our commitment to building a culturally diverse community.

This position will be filled subject the budgetary approval.

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.

All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.

The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce.  The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner.  This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all.  We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same.  All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO Employer.