Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Computer Science

January 30, 2025

Goshen College is a Christian liberal arts institution that prepares students to thrive
in life, leadership and service. We strive to model an inclusive community committed to transformative justice, peace, and sustainability. A respect and appreciation of the Anabaptist-Mennonite faith perspective and practices, and a commitment to the mission, vision, core values and community standards of Goshen College, are important for teaching and administrative faculty members.

Position Summary:

Goshen College invites applications for a full-time appointment as Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor of Computer Science starting July 2025 with expertise in one or more of the following: artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data science, ethical hacking, software engineering, or applications of computing to business, health, or science. Leadership as the department chair is available to those with prior teaching experience.

Primary responsibilities will be teaching computer science courses, updating the curriculum to reflect current trends in the field, and attracting more students into computer science courses, minor, and major. The candidate will recruit, advise, and mentor an increasingly culturally, racially and religiously diverse student body and support departmental co-curriculars. The ideal candidate will collaborate with other faculty to integrate computing across campus.

The Mathematics and Computer Science department offers majors in Computer Science and Mathematics as well as minors in Game Development, Computer Science and Mathematics. In addition, the college offers an Information Technology major through the Business department and a number of courses are shared between majors. All faculty members have opportunities to develop courses within their expertise.

Goshen College is a teaching college with a 4-3-1 load. During the first year, some of this course load may be replaced with curriculum development and student recruitment responsibilities. There is an expectation that all teaching faculty, after their first year, serve on institution-wide committees and assist with advising current students and recruit prospective students. Candidates must be interested in working closely with students and fellow faculty members as part of a small, vibrant campus and community. The successful candidate will continue to engage in scholarly activities, broadly defined.

Successful candidates should be able to teach a wide range of courses across the undergraduate computer science curriculum. We encourage the candidate to revise current courses and develop new courses in their area of expertise. The ideal candidate will bring an ability to teach computing related courses in mathematics or business, teach courses that involve community engagement, and develop new internship opportunities.

Essential Functions:

Develop new courses and curriculum for the program
Prepare course syllabi for assigned courses in collaboration with department chair and academic dean
Teach assigned courses with appropriate active and engaged learning practices
Oversee student internships
Mentor students through advising and recruiting activities
Routinely collaborate with the Information Technology Services department to ensure the appropriate technology infrastructure and cybersecurity controls are in place for course needs
Participate in department, school and college meetings
Pursue appropriate professional development opportunities, including scholarly activities
Complete other assigned duties

Supervisory Responsibility:

Students in assigned courses
Student workers in department as needed

Education and Experience:

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree required (completed by August 2025), in computer science, mathematics or related field
Interest in collaboration and service
Understanding of current computer science job needs
Commitment to working with diverse populations
Commitment to the mission and core values of Goshen College

Skills

Collaborative, innovative teacher-scholars dedicated to undergraduate teaching in an inclusive academic and campus community.
Excellent aptitude and ability in teaching and educational technology
Mentorship of student projects
Active engagement in relevant scholarship
Public speaking and public relations
Interest in community collaboration and service
Ability to establish positive working relationships with colleagues and students
Contribute knowledge and ideas to department and college endeavors

Preferred preparation

Ph.D. preferred (dissertation completed by August 2025), in computer science or mathematics
Experience in a developing courses and curriculum relevant to the field of study
A record in research and publication.
Experience teaching diverse college students

Work Environment/Environmental Conditions:

Mostly inside/office conditions; Temperatures are usually moderate; Artificial lighting; Some exposure to dust and molds. Must use stairs or elevators to use toilet facilities. Using computers and other office equipment; moving around campus, inside and outside.

All of the essential job functions are subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform other job-related instructions as requested by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. This position description is not all-inclusive and may change at the option of the (supervisor or department head). Any major change will result in the position being reviewed for reclassification.

Benefits

Health insurance (employee premium 100% covered)
Dental, vision, life and LTD insurance
Retirement plans
Tuition discounts
Professional development
Free employee membership to Recreation/Fitness Center
Flexible Spending Account
Paid holidays and sick leave

See our website for additional benefits information

About Goshen College

Goshen College is a nationally-ranked college and Hispanic-Serving Institution in Indiana renowned for its distinctive hands-on, real-world educational opportunities, and its commitment to creating positive change in the community and the world. The college offers over 65 undergraduate areas of study; as well as best-in-class graduate programs in nursing, business administration, social work and environmental education. This caring, safe and diverse campus prides itself on providing excellent academic programs that connect arts with sciences, and theory with practice — exposing students to multiple perspectives and encouraging them to think deeply, live creatively and lead purposefully.

The college is located in the City of Goshen in the heart of Elkhart County, within several hours of Chicago, Indianapolis and Detroit. Residents of Goshen enjoy a culturally diverse small-town atmosphere with an active arts community, a vibrant and entrepreneurial downtown, the Maple City Greenway network of bicycle paths and affordable housing prices. Learn more at goodofgoshen.com.

How to Apply

Application materials may be attached to the Faculty Application Form or sent electronically to hr@goshen.edu. Goshen College will not be sponsoring candidates for this position.

Required:

Complete the online Faculty Application Form
Letter of Application
Curriculum Vitae
List of three professional references with contact information
Graduate and undergraduate transcripts (official transcripts) and background check
will be required prior to hire.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. With a
commitment to building a diverse faculty and staff, underrepresented persons are encouraged to apply.

E-Verify Statement of Participation

Goshen College participates in E-Verify. If you are hired, we will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Goshen College Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement

Goshen College is an equal opportunity employer, committed to enhancing diversity across the institution. Goshen College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or any legally protected status. As a religious institution, Goshen College expressly reserves its rights, its understandings of, and its commitments to the historic Anabaptist identity and the teachings of Mennonite Church USA, and reserves the legal right to hire and employ individuals who support the values of the college. To protect the welfare and provide for the safety of the students, employees, visitors, and resources of Goshen College, background checks are conducted by the Office of Human Resources on all new and re-hired employees.

Human Resources
Goshen College
1700 S. Main Street
Goshen, IN 46526-4795

E-mail: hr@goshen.edu
Telephone: (574) 535-7111