Professional Practice Associate Professor

# **Professional Practice Associate Professor**Department of Computer Science and EngineeringCollege of EngineeringThe Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) at The Ohio State University invites applications for an open rank professional practice (non-tenure-track) faculty appointment.Position OverviewThese are untenured clinical-track five-year contract faculty positions.Responsibilities for these positions include developing, enhancing, and teaching courses and academic programs across the computer science curriculum. In addition, the faculty members will participate in activities that increase the outreach and engagement of the department. The faculty members are also expected to contribute to the functioning of the department through service activities such as participation on departmental committees.Performance Objectives* Assistant-level Appointment + Potential for excellence in teaching and in the adoption and promotion of best practices in teaching; + Potential for leadership in the design of course curricula and programs, + Potential for leadership in the support of extracurricular student activities and organizations; + Potential for leadership in service in education, both within and outside the university.* Associate/Full Appointment + A strong record in teaching courses and in adopting and promoting best teaching practices + A strong record in academic program development + A strong record of service and leadership in their field. + A strong record of mentorship (students or employees).Education and Experience RequirementsRequired:* A Ph.D. in computer science, computer engineering, or a closely related computing field. Ph.D. must be completed by the time of appointment.* Evidence of teaching and/or mentoring teams (students or employees) in the computing field.Desired* Experience with developing new courses and degree programs.* Experience with online teaching and programs, experiential teaching, informal learning, and/or outreach and engagement.* Experience teaching at the graduate, undergraduate, or professional levels* Student and peer feedback on teaching effectiveness* Curricular and content development and innovations* Textbook and course material development* Pedagogical innovations or publications about teaching of computing* Development of novel educational programs* Participation in committees and organizations that connect the department to broader initiatives* Contributions to enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in classroom teaching, in curricular development, or in outreach and engagement* Clear plans to create, implement, and oversee engagement with industrial or government partners.Skills Required for Success### Assistant Professor Appointment### ·**Leadership and Collaboration**: The candidate should demonstrate leadership and the ability to collaborate effectively in a professional academic setting.* **Teaching and Mentoring**: Experience or training in teaching and mentoring within a professional context is desirable.* **Communication Skills**: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required, with a focus on working constructively, decisively, and collegially with both external and internal colleagues and interdisciplinary teams.* **Independence and Initiative**: We value individuals who can work independently and are proactive self-starters with strong project leadership skills.* **Innovative Thinking**: The candidate should be open to sharing ideas, continuously learning, and displaying innovative thinking.Associate/Full Appointment* **Proven Leadership and Collaboration**: We seek individuals with a demonstrated track record of leadership and collaboration in a professional environment.* **Advanced Teaching and Mentoring Skills**: The candidate should possess advanced teaching and mentoring skills within a professional context.* **Communication Skills**: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required, with a focus on working constructively, decisively, and collegially with both external and internal colleagues and interdisciplinary teams.* **Proven independence and Initiative**: We value individuals who can work independently and are proactive self-starters with strong project leadership skills.* **Innovative Thinking**: A successful candidate will display innovative thinking, be open to sharing ideas, and have a willingness to continuously learn.## Additional Information:**Additional Information**The final offer for this position will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Salary and start-up packages are negotiated by the department chair and may vary depending on individual circumstances.Ohio State provides access to a depth and breadth of opportunities and resources. Starting your first day, Ohio State offers you a comprehensive benefits package.How to Apply***Please be aware that you will not be able to edit your application after you submit it (this includes application materials).***Please include **all** **and only** the following required application materials in the Application Documents section, found in the My Experience step (Step 2 of the application process):* **Attachment 1**: Cover Letter: 1 page letter, which should include a summary of your academic background and why you are interested in this opportunity.* **Attachment 2**: CV (Curriculum Vitae)/Resume (**do not include pictures in your CV/resume**): Detailed overview of your scholarly experience, including teaching and mentoring experience, research experience, service, relevant academic, industry or government experience, and publications.* **Attachment 3**: Teaching Statement: Write a narrative that includes: + A personal vision for teaching and learning + A description of teaching strategies or approaches for which you received training or have implemented. + A description of the ways in which your professional experience will inform the creation of new courses, enhancement of existing courses, and other educational activities for students. + A list of courses and/or trainings taught (including course title, date, number of students, educational background of students), each with a very short description of the course and course goals.* **Attachment 4**: Mentoring Statement. Write a 1-page narrative that includes: + Your mentoring philosophy + Description of previous mentoring training and/or experience + State mentoring skills you consider fundamental, including those necessary to effectively mentor students from any cultural background.A list of three references should be available upon request. Please **do not** include a list of references with your application. We will request this information when we need it.For questions regarding this position, please contact Prof. Radu Teodorescu at View email address on click.appcast.io.**Application review:**Review of applications will begin on November 1st, 2025.Department of Computer Science and EngineeringOne of the oldest computing programs in the country, the Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) is a national leader in impactful computing research and education. We create, teach, and actualize the principles that connect computing and society while advancing the forefront of foundational computer science into various interdisciplinary realms. Department faculty include 56 tenure-track and 8 clinical-track faculty, with 16 ACM/IEEE Fellows and 31 CAREER Awards among past and present faculty. The department continues to raise its national and international research profile through aggressive recruiting and large-scale projects (e.g., two NSF AI Institutes and an NSF HDR Institute). The department will continue to invest in creative and team science activities leading to ever increasing strengths in both foundational and applied computer science. The department is also developing innovative academic programs with various campus partners in topics such as AI, cybersecurity, data analytics, digital health, and multimedia. CSE faculty closely collaborate with various centers on campus including the Advanced Computing Center for Arts and Design (ACCAD), the Translational Data Analytics Institute (TDAI), the Sustainability Institute (SI), and the Ohio Supercomputer Center.The College of Engineering**Faculty Development:** The Ohio State University and the College of Engineering are committed to support and develop faculty as well as the work-life balance of its faculty. These resources include The Engineering Faculty Mentoring Program, the Better Research through Better Mentoring program, and an institutional membership to the Center for the Integration of Research, Teaching and Learning. To learn more visit: more about the College of Engineering, the university and Columbus here.The UniversityOhio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America’s leading academic health centers. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.Grounded in Ohio State University’s Shared Values, our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression.Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and specialties. Become a Buckeye and contribute to an incredible legacy that serves to guide our future and shape a better tomorrow.The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has established central resources to focus on offering support to new and prospective faculty and their loved ones. Service offerings include dual career partner consultation, potential employer and/or employment opportunity identification, consultation and resources related to relocation, as well as identifying opportunities to engage on campus and in the surrounding community. While employment opportunities are not guaranteed, resources and consultation are available. More information about dual career and faculty recruitment can be found here.In addition to being responsive to dual-career opportunities, we strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies. Ohio State is a member of the Michigan, Ohio, Western Pennsylvania & West Virginia HERC.Located in Ohio’s capital city, Ohio State’s Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and vibrant metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the Columbus area is available here. Beyond its Columbus campus, Ohio State has four regional campuses including Ohio State Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in addition to the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) Wooster Campus, which houses Ohio State ATI.The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.*Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. Additionally, there may be further requirements specific to the college or unit, which could include drug and health screenings, as well as faculty misconduct checks depending on the rank of the position.*## Location:Dreese Laboratories (0279)## Position Type:Regular## Scheduled Hours:13.2## **Shift:**First ShiftThe Ohio State University believes in diversity in people and ideas. What Ohio State does matters. And how we do it matters. When we are at our best, we make a real difference to people. Our size, breadth, geography, history and standard of excellence position us to drive the future of higher education. We believe that the university should be a place where people can work and learn together in a safe environment, free of violence, harassment, discrimination, exploitation, or intimidation. As such, finalists for any faculty position that carries tenure must sign an authorization and disclosure form, which will allow current or prior employer(s) to share information to the University regarding any findings of employment-related misconduct or disciplinary proceedings against a candidate and/or any pending investigations related to alleged misconduct. Such information shall include findings and pending investigations with respect to sexual harassment, violence, or harassment; research misconduct; financial fraud or misconduct; foreign influence violations, grant misuse or misconduct; and/or any other type of finding or pending investigation relating to a candidate’s employer’s policies and rules governing faculty conduct that may reasonably be expected to affect a candidate’s appointment. If the University becomes aware of any past finding of misconduct or pending investigations that were not disclosed, Ohio State will treat that as a serious omission and reserves the right to rescind an offer or terminate employment.***Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.*** #J-18808-Ljbffr