Assistant Professor of Computer Science & Software Engineering Notice of Filing

Position Summary:

Do you want to join a collegial, dynamic, and growing department? The Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering (CSSE) at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville is looking for three tenure-track Assistant Professors in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Cybersecurity.

The primary duty will be teaching undergraduate courses in Computer Science, Software Engineering, and/or Cybersecurity utilizing modern and inclusive pedagogy. Faculty members are also expected to participate in curriculum development, academic assessment, undergraduate research and scholarly activities, as well as university/community service. CSSE faculty members also serve as academic advisors and student group advisors. Candidates with expertise in Computer Science and/or Cybersecurity, as well as those from related computing fields, will be considered.

This is a full time, benefit-eligible position with a 9-month academic appointment. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The University of Wisconsin System has a nationally top ranked retirement plan and a comprehensive benefits package. The department also provides relocation assistance, and the university has a Trailing Partners Engagement Program.

Review of candidates will begin on November 8, 2024.  Applications will be considered until the positions are filled. The anticipated start date is Spring or Fall of 2025.

A competitive recruitment and selection process was conducted for this employment opportunity and a U.S. worker was not selected. An application for Alien Employment Certification is being filed on behalf of an alien to fill the employment opportunity. Anyone with documentary evidence relative to the application, or available workers, wages and/or working conditions, may contact the Regional Certifying Office of the Department of Labor at the following address:
U.S Department of Labor Employment and Training
Administration Office of Foreign Labor Certification
200 Constitution Avenue, NW Room N-5311
Washington, DC 20210

Responsibilities:

• Teach various software engineering, computer science, and/or cybersecurity courses.
• Carry out appropriate professional development activities.
• Carry out service activities.

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• Ph.D. in computer science, software engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum experience of one semester teaching computer science or software engineering at the college level as an instructor or a teaching assistant is required.
• Ability to teach a variety of software engineering, computer science or cybersecurity courses
• A strong commitment to undergraduate education and using modern pedagogy 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 

Computer Science and Software Engineering Department:

The Computer Science and Software Engineering Department currently has eight full-time faculty members and offers B.S. degrees in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, and Software Engineering. In collaboration with our sister UW institutions, we also offer an online M.S. in Cybersecurity and an online B.S. in Applied Computing.

We are proud to be the first university in Wisconsin to offer a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity in Fall 2020, establishing ourselves as leaders in this vital and expanding field. Our Software Engineering program is the second largest in Wisconsin, providing students with a comprehensive blend of theoretical and practical knowledge to meet the demands of the evolving tech industry.

Our department offers a wide range of hands-on learning opportunities, including real-world capstone projects, collaborations with industry partners, and active student organizations in computer science, software engineering, and cybersecurity. We take pride in fostering a collaborative and supportive environment. With small class sizes and strong student-faculty engagement, you'll become part of a community that values mentorship, teamwork, and a sense of belonging.

 

College of Engineering, Mathematics and Science:

The Computer Science and Software Engineering Department is in the College of Engineering, Mathematics, and Science (EMS). The College of EMS serves 2,534 undergraduate students and 73 graduate students.

The College of EMS’s values are provided below:

We, the employees of the College of EMS, value being a key player in our undergraduate st