Demonstrate potential for broad-based teaching at undergraduate and graduate level in the areas of Information Systems and Technology, Applied Artificial Intelligence and Applied Cybersecurity. The candidate will be expected to engage with the Center for Teaching and Learning for continuous improvement of teaching skills.
Develop a new 4-yr BS program in Information Systems and Technology that will be offered face-to-face as well as fully online, with an embedded 2-yr AS program. Future expansion into the graduate domain by leveraging partnerships with existing graduate programs in the college will need to be part of the strategic approach to develop a BS program.
Implement inclusive and evidence-based teaching and learning approaches to ensure the academic success of a diverse population of students.
As part of the obligations, the hired candidate is also expected to mentor students, serve on various committees, and participate in recruiting and outreach activities.
Demonstrate willingness to collaborate with diverse groups of faculties.
Be involved in service at the departmental, college and university levels.
Be involved in student outreach and recruitment
Maintain normal office hours and availability with regular and reliable attendance
Monday – Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM
Additional hours as requested and/or needed
About Jonesboro, Arkansas:
Jonesboro is the regional hub of Northeast Arkansas for healthcare, entertainment, business, advanced manufacturing, software development, and civil engineering applications. It is the 5th largest city in Arkansas with a population of over 76,000. Our Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) is over 130,000. With a thriving downtown entertainment sector near campus to the west and the growing Hilltop area to our east, the A-State campus is situated in the heart of our hometown.
About Arkansas State University:
Founded in 1909 and accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association, the university has maintained its student-centered teaching tradition while achieving Carnegie R2 status as a national doctoral-granting university. Arkansas State currently offers 160 degree programs across the doctoral, specialist, master, bachelor, and associate degree levels. A-State Online is the largest provider of digitally accessible programming in the state of Arkansas. The Jonesboro campus is host to the first osteopathic medical school in Arkansas, New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine at Arkansas State and operates the first American-style residential campus in Mexico, A-State Campus Querétaro. A second location has been launched in Qatar. Further, a new College of Veterinary Medicine has been launched by the university. Home to more than 15,726 students, including from over 50 countries, and more than 100,000 alumni, Arkansas State is the largest campus of the Arkansas State University System.
About the College of Engineering and Computer Science:
The College of Engineering and Computer Science has two departments: Computer Science and Engineering, The Department of Computer Science offers a BA and a BS in Computer Science as well as a MS in Computer Science. The Department of Engineering also offers ABET-accredited BS degrees in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering as well as ATMAE-accredited degrees in Engineering Technology, BS degrees in Land Surveying and Geomatics, Construction Management, Engineering Management Systems. The college also offers MS degrees in all three engineering disciplines and Engineering Management. The college is on an ambitious growth trajectory that has included upgrades to student and faculty spaces and that emphasizes a stellar student experience, professional development of faculty, emphasis on excellent teaching and research, and proactive engagement with the external community. The new hire will be a part of an outstanding CoECS team to take the college to greater heights of achievement in the years to come.
