Instructor/Assistant Professor - Computer Information Systems

Northwestern State University seeks qualified applicants for the position of Instructor/Assistant Professor.

Position starting date will be August 12, 2024.  Review of applicants will begin immediately and will remain open until filled. Rank will be determined upon credentials, experience and other qualifications. This position will be funded through a combination of a grant and/or the operating budget for one year and is planned to continue beyond that time through the operating budget. This position is a non-tenure-track position. However, with agreement of pertinent parties, time worked in this position may be applied towards tenure if the position becomes fully funded through the operating budget. Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory background check and educational credential verification.

To Apply: Submit 1) a letter of application, 2) vita, 3) official transcript (if not from NSU), 4) a list of three professional references with complete contact information to:  

Dr. Curtis Penrod, Director of School of Business
Northwestern State University
201A Russell Hall
Natchitoches, La 71497
318-357-5033
318-357-5990 (fax)
penrodc@nsula.edu

The successful candidate will be subject to a background check, as a condition of employment.
  

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It has been, and will continue to be, the policy of Northwestern State University to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on job related standards and must comply with the principles of equal employment opportunity.

In keeping with this policy, the University will continue to recruit, hire, train, and promote into all job levels the most qualified persons without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or retirement status. All personnel actions, such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, training, and education are administered without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or retirement status.

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In accordance with Section 35.106 of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), all participants, applicants, organizations, and interested individuals are advised and notified that the ADA Coordinator for Northwestern State University for facilities is the Director of University Affairs, Jennifer Kelly (318-357-4300), located in New Fine Arts, 104 Central Avenue, Ste. 102 or email andersonje@nsula.edu. For student academic services, contact the Director of Access and Disability Support, Taylor Camidge (318-357-5460) located in Room 108-C Watson Memorial Library or email camidget@nsula.edu.  For faculty/staff accommodations and services, contact Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Human Resources, Veronica M. Biscoe (318-357-6359), Room 111 Caspari Hall or email ramirezv@nsula.edu.

 

Doctorate in Computer Information Systems or close equivalent, master's, and ABD will be considered (will expect completion within three years). All complete applications will be considered. Preference given to applicants with extensive knowledge/experience in multiple platforms (Apple, Windows, Linux, Red Hat, etc.), classroom and teaching technologies, and an outstanding record of teaching performance in both face-to-face and online classes.
Applicants with knowledge/experience in various CIS areas (programming, networking, databases, security, etc.) will be considered. Applicants must be legally authorized to work at Northwestern State University.Teach 12 to 15 credit hours of undergraduate related computer information systems courses. Graduate courses may be available depending on credentials and expertise. Engage in scholarly activities including research and professional publication. Participate in professional service activities within the School, College, or University. Other duties as assigned by the Director of the School of Business.