Assistant/Associate Professor, Computing Technology

Position Title:

Assistant/Associate Professor, Computing Technology

Department/School:

Department of Computing Technology, School of Computer Science & Math

Salary/Pay Rate:

$100,000 - $120,000

Job Summary:

The Department of Computing Technology in the School of Computer Science and Mathematics at Marist University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence and Data Science at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank to begin in the Fall of 2025. The Department of Computing Technology's academic mission is enriched by an inclusive community in which diverse perspectives are encouraged, respected and valued. Thus, candidates from backgrounds that are under-represented are encouraged to apply.

Minimum Qualifications:

Candidates must have adoctoral degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Scienceor a closely related field. We will consider ABDs in an appropriate field who will complete their dissertation within one year of hire. Evidence of excellence in teaching and scholarly work is required. Excellent written and oral communication skills are required. Evidence of the ability to work effectively in diverse environments is highly regarded.

Essential Functions:

Applicants should have the abilityto teach in multiple areas, but we welcome candidates who haveteaching and research interests inartificial intelligenceand can help develop new curricula in AI.

Applicants must be willing to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in both traditional in-person and online environments.

Required duties besides teaching and researchinclude engagement in university and professional services such as advising/mentoring students, and serving on department, school, or university committees.

Preferred Qualifications:

We seek candidates working in several areas of AI, including, but not limited to, machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, computer vision, and robotics. In addition to basic research, candidates with interdisciplinary research programs in applied areas of Artificial Intelligence and Data Sciences are encouraged to apply. Candidates with a robust track record of publications and/or the potential to develop a strong research agenda will receive preference.

Required Application Documents:

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, a statement of research interests and contact information for three references that includes phone number and email address.

The review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until positions are filled.

Benefits:

The position includes a comprehensive benefit package*. Benefits for this position include but are not limited to the following:

is position include but are not limited to the following:

• 3 weeks of paid vacation. 4 weeks of paid vacation beginning in the 6th year of employment.
• Unlimited paid sick time.
• 14+ paid holidays per year.
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs at a 15% employee / 85% employer contribution rate. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD).
• Life insurance.
• Generous short-term and long-term disability programs and workers compensation.
• 403(b) defined contribution plan:
  
  
  
  • First 6 years University contributes 7.5%, Employee contributes a mandatory 4%.
  • University contribution increases to 10.5% in year 7, and 12% after 15 years.
  • Employee contribution decreases to 1% in year 7. Remains 1% thereafter.
  • Typical eligibility requirements: 1 year of service and 1,000 hours with Marist University.
  
  
  
  
• 403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity - Roth option available. Voluntary, up to IRS maximum contribution.
• Tuition Benefits:
  
  
  
  • Up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester. Up to 18 graduate credit per academic calendar. Eligibility extends to employee, spouse, and dependent children under age 26.
  • University pays 100% tuition only.
  • Eligible dependents may be Reimbursed up to $2,000 per semester towards tuition at another accredited institution.
  
  
  
  

*Eligibility requirements including waiting periods and/or employee probationary periods may apply at the discretion of the University.

About the Department/School:

The Department of Computing Technology, formed of faculty in both Computer Science and Information Technology & Systems, provides a challenging curriculum and has access to the full spectrum of state-of-the-art equipment. Our existing research is driven by a Cyber Security Operations Center, the Enterprise Computing Research Lab, the IBM Joint Study, our Institute for Data Center Professionals, and the New York State Cloud Computing and Analytics Center.

About Marist University:

Founded in 1929, Marist is a comprehensive, independent four-year institution whose signature educational approach blends the liberal arts with pre-professional studies and emphasizes experiential learning to enrich classroom instruction. With campuses in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., and Florence, Italy, plus over 70 programs offering a variety of international study, Marist is a portal to the world and is devoted to nurturing a welcoming, inclusive community. Through six schools offering almost 50 majors, Marist cultivates the intellectual growth and well-being of its more than 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students and encourages them to color outside traditional academic lines as they pursue coursework and personal experiences that provide valuable occupational expertise and reflect their individual passions. Marist has been acclaimed a top institution in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse, Princeton Review, and others. To learn more, please visit https://www.marist.edu/about

Type of Position:

Full-time

Classification:

Faculty (Full-Time)

Months per Year:

9

Work Schedule:

Time as required for teaching.

Hours per Week:

37.5

Location:

Marist University Main Campus

Number of Position Openings:

1

Equal Employment Statement:

Marist University is committed to creating a diverse workforce on our campus by ensuring that barriers to equal employment opportunity and upward mobility do not exist here. To this end, the University will strive to achieve the full and fair participation of minorities, women, people with disabilities, and any other protected groups found to be under represented.

Equal opportunity means employment, development, and promotion of individuals without consideration of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status unless there is a bona fide occupational requirement which excludes persons in one of these protected groups. The University will review its employment policies and procedures to ensure that barriers which may unnecessarily exclude protected groups are identified and eliminated. The University will also explore alternative approaches if any policy or practice is found to have a negative impact on protected groups.

Marist's policy of non-discrimination includes not only employment practices but also extends to all services and programs provided by the University. It shall be considered a violation of University policy for any member of the community to discriminate against any individual or group with respect to employment or attendance at Marist University on the basis of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other condition established by law.