Associate Professor / Professor – BS Computer Science / Artificial Intelligence

ILLINOIS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

  • Mumbai, Maharashtra
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 30 days ago
Job DetailsAssociate Professor / Professor - BS Computer Science / Artificial Intelligence Teaching-Track Faculty PositionIllinois Institute of Technology - Mumbai CampusAbout the UniversityIllinois Institute of Technology (Illinois Tech), based in Chicago, USA, is a private, Ph.D.-granting research university with globally recognized programs in architecture, engineering, computing, sciences, humanities and social sciences, psychology, business, law, and design.Illinois Tech is ranked #1 in Illinois and #23 nationally in The Wall Street Journal's “America's Best Colleges 2024.”The College of Computing at Illinois Tech is expanding its global presence through the establishment of a new campus in Mumbai, India. The Mumbai campus will offer the following degree programs:
  • Bachelor's in Computer Science
  • Master's in Computer Science
  • Bachelor's in Artificial Intelligence
  • Master's in Artificial Intelligence
  • Master's in Data Science
To support these programs, Illinois Tech invites applications for Associate Professor and Professor teaching-track faculty positions focused on undergraduate (BS) programs in Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence.Position SummaryIllinois Institute of Technology invites applications for Associate Professor and Professor level teaching-track faculty positions for its Mumbai campus. These positions will primarily focus on delivering high-quality undergraduate instruction for the BS programs in Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence. Candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching excellence, student mentorship, and curriculum development. Senior faculty will also contribute to academic leadership, program development, and mentoring of junior faculty, helping establish a strong academic foundation for Illinois Tech's Mumbai campus.Courses will be delivered in person in Mumbai, India, and online teaching is not an option.Key Responsibilities
  • Teach undergraduate courses in Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence
  • Deliver foundational and core courses including:
  • Object-Oriented Programming
  • Data Structures
  • Discrete Structures
  • Computer Organization
  • Introduction to Machine Learning
  • Contribute to curriculum development and course design
  • Mentor and advise undergraduate students
  • Participate in departmental, college, and campus service activities
  • Provide academic leadership and mentorship to junior faculty
  • Support the development and growth of Illinois Tech Mumbai academic programs
Special consideration will be given to candidates with experience or interest in:
  • Object-Oriented Programming
  • Data Structures
  • Discrete Structures
  • Computer Organization
  • Machine Learning
Applicants must have:
  • A minimum of an M.S. (or equivalent) in Computer Science or a closely related field by the start of the appointment
  • Ph.D. is strongly preferred
  • Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the university level
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to teach core undergraduate computer science and AI courses
For Associate Professor and Professor-level candidates, the following are preferred:
  • Significant experience teaching undergraduate computing courses
  • Evidence of curriculum development or academic leadership
  • Experience mentoring students and junior faculty
  • A record of scholarly or professional contributions in computer science or artificial intelligence
Application RequirementsApplicants must submit the following materials:
  • Cover Letter
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Teaching Statement detailing teaching experience, teaching philosophy, and teaching interests
  • Names and contact information for three or more professional references
The faculty will deliver courses in person in Mumbai, India. Online delivery is not an option.If you are unable to upload the documents, please share your application pack at

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