Lecturer or Senior Lecturer - Computer Science

Position Information

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The Computer Science Department offers programs leading to B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees. At Georgia State University, lecturers play a significant role in carrying out the mission of the university. In this aspect, Georgia State University provides a clear career path that includes opportunities for promotion to Senior Lecturer and Principal Senior Lecturer.

The Department of Computer Science at Georgia State University () invites applications for a full-time lecturer position or senior lecturer for Spring of 2027. Successful candidates must be able to demonstrate expertise in teaching Computer Science courses. Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in Programming, Algorithms, Data Science, Systems, Networks, Cloud Computing, Security, and Software Engineering.

Applicants for a position as Lecturer are expected to have the following basic qualifications: 1) the ability to teach Computer Science courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels; and 2) a commitment to broadening participation in computing and student mentorship.

Applicants for a position as Senior Lecturer are expected to have the following basic qualifications: 1) the ability to teach Computer Science courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels; 2) a commitment to broadening participation in computing and student mentorship; and 3) a minimum of 3 years of experience of teaching computer science in higher education.

Applicants are expected to have a Ph.D. in computer science or closely related field.

Ability to teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

The position may require non-standard hours (including day, evening, online, hybrid, weekend, and/or other campus locations).

Contact: Xiaojun Cao - cao@gsu.edu

Contact: Tammie Dudley - tdudley@gsu.edu

Job Duties

Workload Distribution:

The position's responsibilities are allocated as follows: 80% Teaching and 20% Service.

Posting Detail Information

Applications should include:
1) Cover Letter that includes a statement of teaching experience and philosophy; and,
2) Curriculum vitae (CV) including a complete publication list.

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