One-Year Visiting Faculty Position
The Department of Computer Science at Williams College invites applications for a one-year visiting faculty position beginning in the fall of 2024. Successful candidates will teach a total of three courses with associated labs during the academic year.
The position is open to all areas of computer science. The visiting faculty member will join thirteen current members of the department in supporting a thriving and diverse undergraduate computer science major. The Department of Computer Science offers a congenial working environment, an excellent student body, and state-of-the-art facilities. Many opportunities exist for collaboration across disciplines, particularly with other faculty in the sciences. Williams offers visiting faculty participation in the college’s professional development program First3, access to several online NCFDD resources, and support through the newly established Rice Center for Teaching.
Qualifications
Candidates should have a demonstrated record of excellence in teaching and should have a Ph.D., or made significant progress towards completing a Ph.D., in computer science or a closely related discipline by September 2024.
Application Instructions
We welcome applications from members of groups traditionally underrepresented in the field, and applicants are encouraged to state in their cover letter how they will enhance the diversity of offerings and educational experiences if hired. Applications should also include a curriculum vitae, teaching statement, and three letters of reference, at least one of which speaks to the candidate’s promise as a teacher. Application materials must be submitted electronically via Interfolio. Materials may be addressed to:
Professor Jeannie Albrecht, Chair
Department of Computer Science
Williams College
Williamstown, MA 01267
The review of applications will begin on January 15th and will continue until the position is filled. We will conduct semi-finalist interviews online beginning in late January, and we aim to complete the search and hiring process by early March. Please direct all correspondence to [email protected]. All offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background check. Further information is available at http://dean-faculty.williams.edu/prospective-faculty/background-check-policy.
Position begins
Fall 2024
Application deadline
The review of applications will begin on January 15th and will continue until the position is filled.
Apply online
https://apply.interfolio.com/137533
Williams College is a liberal arts institution located in the Berkshire Hills of western Massachusetts. The college has built its reputation on outstanding teaching and scholarship and on the academic excellence of its approximately 2,000 students. Please visit the Williams website (http://williams.edu).