Job Description
China Programs Instructor - Computer Science/Software Engineering Job Type Full-time Description
Job ID CES-0308-083
Position Classification FT Faculty UDMPU, Non-Tenure Track (9 month)
Position Summary The Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Detroit Mercy College of Engineering and Science invites applicants for a full-time non-tenure track China Program instructor position in Computer Science or Software Engineering beginning in August 2024. This position is an annual appointment, renewable based on performance reviews.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities - Teach undergraduate classes to support the Department programs in China. Overseas teaching assignments currently range from six to twelve weeks in length. Instructors are expected to teach various computer science and software engineering undergraduate courses and laboratories in China.
- Commit to engaging a variety of instructional strategies to support student success.
- Provide students with a course syllabus consistent with the university and department guidelines that provides clear expectations to students, particularly regarding grading and policies.
- Exhibit a positive professional attitude toward students and the teaching process.
- Represent the University of Detroit Mercy and be a positive ambassador in the foreign institution.
- Maintain appropriate communication channel with diverse stakeholders.
Requirements
The successful candidate will be an effective and enthusiastic student-centered teacher, engaging in best practices for active learning and student success, with a demonstrated commitment to supporting a diverse population of students. Instructors are expected to teach undergraduate courses and laboratories in computer programming and software engineering at our partner schools in China.
Minimum Requirments - A minimum of a Master degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field is required. Doctorate degree is preferred.
- Strong communication skills, and a student-centered approach to excellent teaching and student learning are required.
- Record of effective and enthusiastic student-centered teaching, engaging in best practices for active learning and student success, with a demonstrated commitment to supporting a diverse population of students is required.
Physical Requirements Job may require lifting light weight objects (1 to 10 pounds) with no repetitive bending or stooping. Occasionally lift average weight objects (1 to 10 pounds).
Work Environment Regular exposure to favorable conditions such as those found in a normal office.
Salary/Pay Information Commensurate with experience
Special Instructions to Applicants Candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and statement of teaching philosophy that includes support of diverse student populations and should include contact information for three references.
Michigan's largest, most comprehensive private University, University of Detroit Mercy is an independent Catholic institution of higher education sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy and Society of Jesus. Detroit Mercy seeks qualified candidates who will contribute to the University's mission, diversity, and excellence of its academic community. University of Detroit Mercy is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer with a diverse student body and welcomes persons of all backgrounds.
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