Assistant Professor - Computer Science w/ Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, Video Game Design or

$100,000 - $110,000/Yr

San Jose State University - San Jose, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

San Jose, CA

10,001+ employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Department of Computer Science at San José State University is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor with expertise in Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, Video Game Design, or related fields. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses, supervising students, and establishing a research program. The position emphasizes a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching and scholarship, reflecting the diverse student population at SJSU.

Responsibilities

• Teach a variety of required and elective courses in Computer Science and Data Science.
• Supervise and advise undergraduate and graduate students.
• Establish a successful research program in the candidate's field of interest.
• Participate in shared governance through department, college, and university committees.
• Demonstrate awareness and experience in understanding the needs of a diverse student population.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and scholarship.
• Awareness of and sensitivity to the educational goals of a socially and economically diverse student population.

Nice-to-haves

• Teaching, research, and/or industry experience in Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, Video Game Design, Computer Graphics, or related areas.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Excellent employment benefits for higher education sector.