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Current Open Positions

We currently have two positions open: an open rank teaching faculty position including a role as the faculty director of our MS in data science program; and an assistant teaching professor. Both will start in the Fall 2024 semester. Teaching faculty (our equivalent to Professor of Practice) are full members of the department who vote on decisions and are involved in curriculum discussions, but have no research expectation. Details can be found on this page.

About Us

Our department offers an ABET accredited B.S. In Computer Science as well as a more flexible B.A. in Computer Science. We also support Loyola’s undergraduate and masters-level Data Science programs, and interdisciplinary majors across campus. We graduate 25-30 computer science majors each year.

US News ranks Loyola University Maryland #4 in Regional Universities North. Baltimore is #5 on Forbes’s list of rising start-up cities, and the Baltimore/Washington region is a national technology hub. The Baltimore area is home to many governmental and private institutions that offer opportunities for scholarly collaboration such as the National Institutes of Standards and Technology (NIST), NASA, Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin, many startups, etc.

Loyola’s commitment to diversity and inclusion spans the entire campus. With an Office of Equity and Inclusion headed by our Chief Equity and Inclusion Officer, we are committed to providing an environment where everyone can learn, grow, and thrive. Key efforts include faculty development programming, opportunities for learning (e.g., Diversity Reading Groups), investment in pedagogical resources for differential instruction (e.g., Fellows Programs), affinity faculty and staff groups, and following best-practices for hiring.

Loyola also offers a wide range of benefits for full-time faculty, including excellent 403-b retirement matching, full semester parental leave, and more. View a full list of the benefits available at Loyola University Maryland.

Details on the Open Positions

Open Rank Teaching Faculty Position with MS in Data Science Director Role to Start August 2024

We seek an individual committed to excellence in undergraduate teaching to join the Computer Science teaching faculty at the rank of Associate Teaching Professor, who will also be interested in filling to role of Faculty Director of the MS in Data Science program. Applicants should feel comfortable teaching computer science majors, and will have the opportunity to teach upper-level electives based on expertise. As Faculty Director for the MS in DS program, a successful candidate will work with faculty who teach in this interdisciplinary program to manage the curriculum and student concerns, and will have two course releases and a summer stipend for fulfilling the role. Interest in teaching in our data science undergraduate and MS programs is also welcome.

Required Qualifications

  • Masters’ degree in Computer Science or related field
  • For the associate teaching rank, the equivalent of at least five years of full-time teaching experience, or equivalent academic/industry experience
  • Knowledge of computer science, if degree is in a related field
  • Expertise in Java, Python, or a similar high-level programming language
  • The ability to teach across multiple courses in the curriculum
  • Ability to direct the MS in Data Science program and strong interest in curricular and program development.
  • Experience overseeing or coordinating programs
  • A desire to and/or experience in teaching in the liberal arts context
  • A demonstrated appreciation of or engagement in high-impact teaching practices
  • Commitment to the goals of education in the Jesuit tradition
  • An awareness of approaches for creating a sense of inclusion and belonging in the classroom

Preferred Qualifications

Any of the following preferred qualifications will help a candidate stand out:

  • Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related discipline
  • Significant teaching experience in majors-level computer science courses
  • Significant teaching experience at a four-year higher education institution

Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.

How to Apply

To apply please upload the following at https://careers.loyola.edu/hr/postings/7174:

  • A cover letter noting why the applicant is interested in both the teaching position and Data Science director positions, listing specific teaching interests and summarizing relevant experience in the classroom and in overseeing programs.
  • A up-to-date curriculum vitae.
  • A teaching statement that includes your philosophy of teaching, a summary of your teaching experiences, and the courses that you are interested in and able to teach.
  • A list of courses previously taught either on CV or in teaching statement.
  • Contact information for three professional references; this must include email addresses. We will contact references to provide letters for candidates who are chosen for the initial phone interview.
Assistant Teaching Faculty Positions to Start August 2024

The Department of Computer Science at Loyola University Maryland is seeking two individuals committed to excellence in undergraduate education at a vibrant liberal arts university, to join our department as teaching faculty. The hired faculty members will be joining a collaborative and supportive small department of eight full-time faculty, with a teaching load of 11-12 credits during each of the fall and spring semesters, and no required summer teaching.

We are looking to hire at least one individual interested in focusing on teaching non-majors and/or first year computer science majors, and at least one individual who is interested in teaching across the computer science major. Interest in supporting our data science undergraduate and MS programs is also welcome. Applicants should feel comfortable teaching computer science majors, and will have the opportunity to teach upper-level electives based on expertise. Applicants beginning their teaching careers are also strongly encouraged to apply.

Teaching faculty are on renewable contracts with no limit for the number of years they stay with the university. Teaching faculty also have the opportunity for promotion similar to the tenure-track structure (Assistant Teaching Professor, Associate Teaching Professor, Teaching Professor), and multi-year contracts.

Deadline: Applications will continue to be considered until both positions are filled.

Required Qualifications

The successful candidate for either position must have

  • Masters’ degree in Computer Science or related field
  • Knowledge of computer science, if degree is in a related field
  • Expertise in Java, Python, or a similar high-level programming language

Preferred Qualifications

Any of the following preferred qualifications will help a candidate stand out:

  • Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related discipline
  • Teaching experience in majors-level computer science courses
  • Teaching experience at a four-year higher education institution
  • A desire to and/or experience in teaching in the liberal arts context
  • A demonstrated appreciation of or engagement in high-impact teaching practices
  • Commitment to the goals of education in the Jesuit tradition
  • An awareness of approaches for creating a sense of inclusion and belonging in the classroom

How to Apply

To apply please upload the following at https://careers.loyola.edu/hr/postings/7058:

  • A cover letter that states a brief summary of your teaching interests and experience, a brief summary of what qualifications you have for the position, and why you are interested in Loyola.
  • An up-to-date Curriculum Vitae.
  • A list of three professional references.
  • A teaching statement that includes your philosophy of teaching, a summary of your teaching experiences, and the courses that you are excited to teach.

Quick Apply Links

 

Apply to our Open Rank Teaching Faculty Position that includes serving as Faculty Director of our Masters in Data Science Program

 

Apply to our Assitant Teaching Professor Position

 

The materials expected in each application include:

  • - A cover letter
  • - An up-to-date CV
  • - A teaching statement including teaching philosophy, teaching experience, and courses you are interested in teaching for us
  • - Name and email address for 3 professional references