Senior Instructor I

Position Details Proposed Start Date 09/16/2024 Rank D1 - Senior Instructor I Working Title Senior Instructor I Position Number D91333 Representation AU - AAUP Faculty Type Non-Tenure Track Continuous Fixed Term End Date: Position FTE 1.0 Term of Service 9 month Position Summary Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities. Our mission to “let knowledge serve the city” reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners. More than 27,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation. Position Summary The Department of Computer Science (CS) at PSU invites applications for a non-tenure-track continuous appointment at the rank of Senior Instructor I. This is a 9-month, full-time position (1.0 FTE). The position is eligible for a continuous appointment following successful annual reviews during the probationary period and a final milestone review. Please see Article 18 Section 1 and Section 2 of the AAUP collective bargaining agreement (https://www.pdx.edu/academic-affairs/sites/g/files/znldhr2396/files/2021-11/AAUP%20CBA%202021-2024%20Article%2018%20Watermark.pdf) for more details. Candidates should have a strong commitment to education, demonstrate excellence and innovation in teaching, have the ability to motivate students in an engaging manner and be able to contribute to the department’s educational mission. The ideal candidate will develop, coordinate, and support a curriculum that significantly extends or enhances educational opportunities for students in the department. Priority will be given to candidates who best match the department’s teaching needs. This includes, but is not limited to, courses in the areas of internet, web, and cloud computing; cybersecurity and trusted systems; databases and data management; and/or machine learning and natural language processing. Candidates for this position will typically be responsible for teaching three 4-credit courses each quarter in a broad range of courses in computer science. Additional responsibilities include service to the department, college, and university. While this position is focused on instructional responsibilities, additional supporting scholarly activities (including the pedagogy of engineering education) and service to the community and profession are expected. Instructional Activities Instructional activities are related to developing and teaching courses in computer science. Anticipated teaching and related duties include: Teaching courses as assigned. Participation in assessment and accreditation activities. Preparation of students to be successful leaders in their chosen profession. Creation of an inclusive classroom environment and experience. Research/Scholarly Activities The position is primarily focused on instructional responsibilities and is primarily evaluated with regard to their teaching and service. University Service Activities Serve on relevant school, college, or university committees. Participate in strategic meetings to advance departmental, college, and university educational initiatives. Professional Service Activities Candidates are encouraged to participate in professional societies such as related industry organizations. Primary Activity I - Instructional Minimum Qualifications Master of Science in Computer Science or related area with experience teaching college-level Computer Science courses. Preferred Qualifications Key Cultural Competencies Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences. Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds. Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement Adheres to all PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct. Environmental Stewardship Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals. Professional Standards of Conduct At Portland State University, all employees are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner which maintains a safe, respectful, and productive environment for faculty, students, administrators, and staff. It is the responsibility of every member of the Portland State University community to conduct themselves in accordance with our PSU Professional Standards of Conduct which are available at https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/professional-standards-conduct-policy. Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement Salary is dependent on several factors, and new employees will typically start around the Q1 level to allow for later growth within the salary band. PSU has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, and internal equity. The annual salary range for this position is $60,000-$85,500, but may be negotiated above this rate dependent upon the factors above, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR. An excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools : https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/benefits-overview Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package : https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/psu-total-compensation-calculator Application Instructions Additional Information Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.) Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle? 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