Chair (Full Professor or Associate Professor) - Department of Computer Science

FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Hunter College of The City University of New York (CUNY) seeks a dynamic individual to lead the Department of Computer Science, in the position of Chair, starting from the 2025-2026 academic year (starting in January 2025, if possible).

Nestled in the vibrant heart of Manhattan's 68th Street,Hunter College is the largest college in the City University of New York (CUNY). Founded in 1870, it is also one of the oldest public colleges in the country. More than 23,000 students currently attend Hunter, pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees in more than 170 areas of study. Hunter College's Computer Science Departmentisthe fastest growing department at Hunter College, graduating over300students annually. We are dedicated to providing students with exceptional preparation for both their professional endeavors and future graduate studies. Our diverse, research-active faculty members foster an open and collaborative atmosphere, encouraging students to develop creative solutions to challenging problems across various contexts. With a curriculum focused on hands-on programming skills,computer systems,and the fundamental mathematics of computer science, we empower students to thrive in today's rapidly evolving tech landscape.

The successful candidate will demonstrate outstanding skills in leadership, teaching, and research, and will apply those skills to lead department strategic planning, including expansion of the faculty; promote an effective educational experience for a diverse student body; support faculty development; and expand research programs. The Chair will serve as a mentor for faculty and staff, advocate for the department within the broader college context, and facilitate collaborations with other units in the college. The Chair is expected to commit to at least two terms (equivalent to six years) in this role.

Requirements include a terminal degree and the current academic rank of Full Professor (preferred) or Associate Professor with tenure. Candidates with outstanding academic and research experience but who currently work in a non-academic environment in a position with substantial leadership experience are also encouraged to apply. A strong record of research, excellent communication skills, and successful teaching experience are required. Experience in a large urban public university is not required, but desirable. The Chair will be appointed a faculty member in the department, with a competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Faculty in the Department of Computer Science at Hunter College are generally afforded membership in the doctoral faculty of the Computer Science Program at the Graduate Center of the City University of New York, which enables them to teach doctoral level courses and mentor Ph.D. students.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a closely related discipline

• Outstanding leadership and administrative skills

• Strong educational background including research/scholarship

• Committed to quality undergraduate and graduate education

Preferred:

• Experience in leadership in a large, urban, public university

• A vision for growing the department

• The ability to build strong relationships with other academic departments, the School of Arts & Sciences, and other CUNY campuses

• The ability to build strong relationships with external constituencies including potential students, alumni, nonprofit organizations, and corporations

COMPENSATION

Salary at the top level of the CUNY professorial scale, with the possibility for salary above scale. Department chairs receive summer salary.

Associate Professor: 117,805

Professor: $141,858

CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications must be submitted online by accessing the CUNY Portal on City University of New York job website www.cuny.edu/employment. To search for this vacancy, click on SEARCH ALL POSTINGS and in SEARCH JOBS field, enter the Job Opening ID number 28701.

Click on the "APPLY NOW" button and follow the application instructions. Current users of the site should access their established accounts; new users should follow the instructions to set up an account.

Please have your documents available to attach into the application before you begin. Note, the required material must be uploaded as ONE document under CV/ Resume (do not upload individual files for a cover letter, references, etc.). The document must be in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .rtf, or text format- and name of file should not exceed ten (10) characters – also DO NOT USE SYMBOLS (such as accents (é, è, (â, î or ô), ñ, ü, ï , –, _ or ç)).

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Please include:

• Cover Letter and/ or Statement of scholarly interests

• Curriculum Vitae/ Resume

• Names and contact information of 3 references

(Upload all above listed documents ¿ as ONE single file-- PDF format preferred.)

For more information, please contact Chair’s chief of Staff Khant Naing at kn963@hunter.cuny.edu

CLOSING DATE

The committee will begin reviewing complete applications on Oct 1, 2024. Applications submitted after the deadline will only be considered if the position(s) remain open.The search will stay open , and screening and review of applications will be ongoing-- until the position is filled.

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Faculty

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID

28701

Location

Hunter College