Assistant Professor, Tenure-Track - Computer Science

Department: Dean of Science and Engineering

Location: Wellesley Hills

MassBay fosters educational excellence and academic success to prepare students for local and global citizenship, to meet critical workforce demands of communities, and to contribute to the region's economic development.

Massachusetts Bay Community College values diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. We strongly encourage members of underrepresented communities to apply to join our community.

Located in Greater Boston, MassBay is a comprehensive, open-access community college offering associate degrees and certificate programs on three campuses in Wellesley Hills, Framingham, and Ashland, Massachusetts.

Position Summary:

MassachusettsBay Community College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-trackfaculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Computer Science fromqualified applicants. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a passion forteaching and promoting success among a diverse student population. Facultymembers are responsible for developing educational and evaluation materialsconsistent with the philosophy and framework of MassBay Community College andthe Computer Science programs in accordance with the evolving needs of the STEMdivision. The faculty member will be responsible for maintaining expertise inrelated computer science and programming curricula, instruction, andassessment. The successful candidate will be able to teach across a range oftopics in the following areas of expertise currently offered: computer science,computer information systems, computer networking, cybersecurity, andinformation systems technology. The candidate will be experienced in andable to contribute to growth in one or more high priority areas of relevance for the ComputerScience Department, including data science, cloud computing (e.g., Internet ofThings/IoT and Edge Computing), and the use and optimization of artificial andvirtual reality (AR/VR) that coordinates with the manufacturing and automationfocuses in MassBay's Engineering Department. The successful candidate will alsobe comfortable offering hands-on laboratory courses using current computertechnologies, software, and tools.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a passion for relevanttechnical field(s), collaborative work with diverse faculty and staff, and anability to positively influence, mentor, and work with diverse studentpopulations. More generally, thesuccessful applicant will demonstrate a solid understanding of a communitycollege's role in workforce development as well as successful transfer(through the creation of pathways) to higher institutions, shared governance,commitment to collaboration, and professional development. Knowledge and or understanding ofgrant funding is not necessary but would be advantageous. The successfulcandidate will assist the department in developing relevant future courses andteaching strategies for students with diverse backgrounds, interests, and learningstyles to support student recruitment and retention. Additionally, the successful candidate will demonstrate agood understanding of shared governance and a strong commitment tocollaboration and professional development. The ideal candidate will alsodemonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills. Overall, thesuccessful candidate will support the integrity of curricula, champion studentsuccess, and promote the mission of the College, including its transition to adesignation as a Hispanic-serving institution.

Classes may be held in the classroom at any of the three campuses(in-person), or in the hybrid or online environment upon approval aftercompleting training. However, the candidate must be able to teach in-person oncampus. Classes may also be held at regional high schools and regionalemployers. The candidate will have the opportunity to shape the curriculum,assist the Computer Science Department in the selection and use of appropriateeducational materials and technology in the classroom, and engage incommunity-based outreach activities as applied to computer science.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

• Teach a full-time (15 credit hours per semester) schedule of Computer Science and related courses, which may include, but are not limited to, the list found online in the academic catalog;
• Effectively communicate inter-personally orally and in writing;
• Work and collaborate effectively with a diverse student body, faculty, and staff;
• Prepare course syllabi and develop curricula to meet course and program requirements and student learning outcomes;
• Serve as academic advisor to students;
• Post and maintain a minimum of four (4) office hours per week;
• Teach at Wellesley Hills, Framingham, or Ashland campuses as assigned; classes may also be held at regional high schools and regional employers and other off-site locations;
• Participate in the improvement and development of academic programs and resources, designations, accreditation, articulation, and assessment of courses and programs;
• Collaborate in selecting, recommending, creating, and preparing suitable instructional materials, lab experiences, simulations, and demonstrations that utilize a wide variety of teaching methods and modalities;
• Assist the Computer Science Department and the Dean of STEM in identifying adjunct computer science, computer information systems, computer networking, cybersecurity, and information systems technology faculty, and work with them to make sure instructional objectives are being met;
• Submit midterm and final grade reports, attendance records, early alerts, and other reports about assigned courses by required due dates;
• Serve on College committees as elected or appointed;
• Attend Program, Department, Division, and Committee meetings;
• Engage in professional development activities to maintain excellence in teaching and learning;
• Carry out other related duties as assigned by the Dean consistent with the Collective Bargaining Agreement;
• Maintain a commitment to and understanding of the community college's mission as well as observing, supporting, and enforcing the College's regulations, policies, and programs; and
• Other duties as assigned.
  

Commitment to Equity:

• Support MassBay's commitment to the Equity Agenda;
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and students on the College's strategic initiatives dedicated to closing the equity gap related to student outcomes;
• Support MassBay's commitment to being anti-racist; embracing a community free of bias and inequality;
• Contribute to discussion and review of applicable College policies with a critical lens toward diversity, equity and inclusion;
• Engage with the Office of Diversity on issues related to underserved student success;
• Further the examination of pertinent practices that are culturally responsive and reflective of inclusive perspectives;
• Engage in conversations with colleagues and students regarding best practices within the discipline or programmatic related to equity and inclusion.

This list is not to be considered all-inclusive. A supervisor may assign other duties as required to meet the needs and foster the mission of the College.

All employees of MassBay are expected to work collegially and collaboratively within a community that values and celebrates diversity.

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Computer Science or Computer Information Technology, or a relevant field from an accredited university;
• Post-secondary teaching experience; and
• Evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practice within the classroom.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Sensitivity and commitment to the goals of Affirmative Action and workforce diversity;
• Experience working in a diverse environment;
• Demonstrated commitment to working with underserved students;
• Teaching experience at a community college;
• Two years of teaching experience in credit-bearing courses at the college level;
• Relevant industry experience in Computer Science or Computer Information Technology;
• Current industry-recognized certification or licenses in programming, IT, networking, or security;
• Demonstrated versatility in teaching a range of courses offered in computer science, cybersecurity, or computer information technology programs;
• Experience in curricular planning and assessment as well as practices, technologies, and inclusive pedagogy to enhance student learning;
• Familiarity with college accreditation standards;
• Familiarity with the use of appropriate educational technology and equipment;
• Experience with distance learning and/or alternate instructional delivery systems;
• Fluency and/or experience teaching in Spanish and/or Portuguese;
• Experience with federal and/or state grants;
• Interest in and familiarity with workforce development needs in the regional community; and
• Experience with outreach activities with K-12 schools.
  

Additional Information:

Salary Range: $56,190- $62,837, in accordance with one'seducation and experience as dictated by the collective bargaining agreementclassification compensation structure.

As a Massachusetts State Employee, youare offered an outstanding suite of benefits adding value to your salary.

• Array of choices for health insurance plans to meet individual/ family needs
• Affordable Dental Insurance and vision discount program
• 12 paid State/ Federal holidays
• Generous sick, and personal time
• Flexible Spending Plans to reduce your taxable income
• Low-cost basic and optional life insurance
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan, providing a fixed, pre-established benefit for employees at retirement
• Thinking to save more money towards retirement: consider Deferred Compensation plans i.e., 457(b) or 403(b).
• Tuition Benefits for employees and dependents at state colleges and universities
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Eligibility towards Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Free gym and parking on campus

Need more info: https://www.massbay.edu/employment/benefits

Position Type: MCCC-Faculty

Application Deadline: October 17, 2024, or thereafter until filled.

To Apply: Please include a letter of interest and resume with your online application.

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Hiring is subject to state appropriation funding.

Final candidates are required to provide sealed transcripts and/or certifications.

Hiring is contingent upon a successful CORI clearance.

Massachusetts Bay Community College isan affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate onthe basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, disability,religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or relatedconditions, gender identity, sex characteristics, sex stereotypes or sexualorientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of theEducational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990,Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil RightsAct of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The Collegeprohibits Sex-Based Harassment. Inquiries or complaints concerningdiscrimination, harassment, or retaliation shall be referred to the College'sAffirmative Action Officer and/or Title IX Coordinator (Lisa MacDonald, lmacdonald@massbay.edu (781) 239-3147), the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the EqualEmployment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department ofEducation's Office for Civil Rights.