Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin on February 4, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.Salary Type: Depends on qualificationsPosition: Tenure-Track (Probationary*)Job DescriptionThis position primarily supports the new undergraduate project-based computer science (CS) program. After completing two years of core studies either at Minnesota State University, Mankato or another institution, students compete for a position in our upper-division CS program. During each of the four semesters in the upper-division program, students âœlearn computer science by doing computer science.❠The real-world, full-scale projects that supply the main curriculum for the program are provided by industry partners and academic researchers from around the world. The curriculum combines technical training with the professional skills development necessary to succeed in a computing career. Responsibilities in this position include but are not limited to coaching and supporting studentsâ™ upper-division CS project work; teaching core and elective upper-division CS topics courses using active learning pedagogies; teaching lower-division core computing courses; advising undergraduate students; pursuing funded research/scholarly activities, including seeking funding individually or collaboratively; supporting student growth and educational experiences; continuing professional preparation; participating in service work for the program, department, University, and broader community.Candidates must demonstrate motivation and experience in support of developing and successfully applying project- and work-based pedagogy in a higher education context.The successful candidate will engage with industry and academic partners to bring in and execute the CS projects that drive the upper-division program; participate in additional curriculum design, instruction, and evaluation; conduct research productively and mentor students in research; help create innovative strategies for student recruitment, retention, and program completion; and help develop external grant funding from industry and/or government sources.A typical faculty workload includes up to twenty-four (24) credits of instruction per academic year.The successful candidate may need to teach in other areas as assigned and qualified.Faculty may be expected to develop and deliver face-to-face, hybrid, and on-line instruction at the Mankato campus, online, and/or at the universityâ™s additional locations, as assigned.The successful candidate will collaborate with colleagues in curriculum design, instruction and evaluation, conduct research productively and mentor students in research, help create innovative strategies for student recruitment, retention, and completion, and develop external funding.All faculty members are expected to engage in scholarly or creative activity or research, in continuing preparation and study, in contributing to student growth and development, and in providing service to the university and community (See Article 22 and Appendix G of the IFO Master Agreement).This position will advise undergraduate majors.Minimum QualificationsDoctoral degree in computer science or closely related field conferred on an official transcript at the date of appointment.Ability to serve a diverse population and apply an equity lens to this position including social justice and/or anti-racism.Preferred QualificationDemonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.Experience teaching and fostering learning success among diverse student populations including first-generation students, second-language learners, international students, and other student populations that are under-represented in the STEM fields.Understanding of, ability to support, and/or experience with using project-based learning pedagogical methods across the breadth of computer science, including teaching, advising, and/or mentoring students in such programs.Demonstrated understanding of and ability to support development of industry and academic partner relationships, particularly in garnering and supporting the execution of projects that serve as the curricular basis of the upper division CS program.Ability to teach upper-division undergraduate topics across the breadth of computer science, but especially courses in the Theory of Computing, Data Structures, Computer Architecture, Data Analytics, Natural Language Processing, Database, Computer Vision , Cloud Computing and Networking, along with additional courses depending on the department's needs.Effective written, oral communication, and presentation skills, particularly in working with students, staff, and faculty.Experience in industry, military, post-doctoral research, and/or formal and informal educational settings.Demonstrated success or strong potential for productivity in research, grant writing, creative activity and scholarship.Other RequirementsWork safely at all times, which includes but is not limited to, participating and completing all required safety trainings, as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University, Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment.The Minnesota State University, Mankato Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available for your review. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the University. The policy statements address the schoolâ™s policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security. Three yearsâ™ worth of statistics are included for certain types of crimes that were reported to have occurred on-campus, or in other University affiliated locations. This report is available online at: http://www.mnsu.edu/safety/.You may also request a paper copy from University Security at 507-389-2111, or by emailing security@mnsu.edu.AboutADDITIONAL INFORMATIONAdditional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at:www.mnsu.eduThe salary range denoted above is the contractual range; however, salary upon hire is dependent upon qualifications and experience.University DemographicsMinnesota State University, Mankato is a member of the Minnesota State system. Minnesota State has established a strategic vision, Equity 2030, which aims to close the educational equity gaps across race and ethnicity, socioeconomic status, ability, and geographic location by the end of the decade at every Minnesota State college and university and to provide an opportunity for all Minnesotans to create a better future for themselves, for their families, and for their communities. The focus of the work includes:· Enhancing access and student success.· Providing Minnesota with the talent it needs.· Anchoring the communities and regions we serve.Equity 2030 seeks to bridge efforts occurring within divisions and institutions, creating an intentional statewide culture of equity-minded collaboration and resulting in equitable practice embedded throughout our institutions. The full Equity 2030 plan is linked here: https://www.minnstate.edu/Equity2030/index.html.Destination 2030, the Universityâ™s strategic plan announced by President Edward Inch in August 2023, commits the University to making transformative strides in four main areas: being a lifelong provider of access to an equitable and affordable education; being a leader in transformational learning generating inspired action; being a nimble and innovative steward of resources; and being a community of care built upon diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We seek to attract teacher-scholars who will be culturally and academically diverse faculty members, and staff with a demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. Minnesota State University, Mankato, is student-centered and focuses on applied research that expands knowledge; improves learning; and serves the region, state, and nation.Founded as a Normal School in 1868, Minnesota State University, Mankato is now the second largest university in Minnesota with a tradition of combining big-ideas with real-world thinking to find solutions for pressing problems in the state, region, and global society. Mankato, Minnesota, is a community of nearly 44,500 people, about 85 miles southwest of the twin cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul. The University acknowledges the land and the tribal nations upon this land whose work is being accomplished. We acknowledge that we are on Dakota land. We also take the opportunity to recognize that we live, work, and learn in the homeland of the Dakota people, whose language frames our nameâ”Minnesota State University, Mankato.Serving approximately 17,900 students annually, the University is an applied research institution, with more than 200 academic programs, from bachelorâ™s through doctoral degrees. The University is a diverse and global campus with 18% students of color and1,175 + international students from 95 countries, cutting-edge information technology solutions and extensive partnerships, with 1,600 faculty and staff, including 700 teaching faculty. The University has additional locations and a growing number of on-line programs to accelerate educational access and opportunity. These locations include partnerships in northern Minnesotaâ™s the iron range region. Fast facts about the university can be found here: https://mankato.mnsu.edu/about-the-university/fast-facts/.Application Procedures: A complete online application will include the following attachments. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the search committee.Cover LetterNon-Photo Resume/Curriculum VitaeContact Information for three (3) referencesUnofficial Transcript(s) of your highest completed degreeA brief (no more than one page) statement about your interest in and experience with project-based learning.A brief (no more than one-page) diversity statement defining diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and describing your views and actions toward advancing DEI including dimensions of social justice and racial equity related to race, gender, ability and culture. How would your views and prior actions regarding diversity, equity and inclusion align with Minnesota State University, Mankatoâ™s goals?A one-page statement of your research/scholarly interests.A written statement (no more than two pages) of your teaching philosophy (including your experience of familiarity with the use of project-based learning and/or learning outside of the traditional classroom)Teaching evaluations or other record of successful teachingCONTACT INFORMATION:Rushit Dave, Assistant ProfessorComputer Information SciencePhone: 507-389-5310TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711Email: rushit.dave@mnsu.edu*Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization which can be found at:https://admin.mnsu.edu/human-resources/our-benefits/bargaining-units-and-personnel-plans/.NOTICE: In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MN Stateâ™s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

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