Tenure Associate Professor of Computer and/or Data Science (Remote U.S.)

Job Description
The Opportunity
The department of Mathematics, Science and Technology of the Embry-Riddle Worldwide | College of Arts & Sciences seeks an experienced professor or working professional with a passion forresearch and education in addition toprior university experience who has a scholarship record commensurable with a tenured associate professor rank, to support our recently established and growing data science program. The primary initial need will be to develop and then first teach several courses within our growing data science program. Then, as various programs continue to grow, opportunities for additional more advanced courses are to be expected. The department offers a range of higher enrollment courses in domains throughout mathematics, in addition to the sciences, and an ideal candidate would also be able to teach some of these courses, such as mathematics or statistics; this would require a candidate having completed 18 graduate credit hours within one of those domains. In addition, a successful candidate will have an existing research agenda connects to Embry-Riddle's research focus areas and could benefit from collaboration with existing department faculty.
This is a fully remote online position within the U.S. with no relocation required;some faculty travelis required to attend mandatory college meetings and events as well as for scholastic activities, such as presenting at conferences .
About the College of Arts & Sciences
The Embry‑Riddle Worldwide College of Arts & Sciences develops and supports career-ready graduates and advances all students to be lifelong learners and leaders in their professional disciplines in digitally enabled, globally distributed learning environments.
Through the general education program, the college emphasizes academic rigor in critical thinking, global perspectives, creative problem solving, communication skills, scientific and cultural literacy, responsible engagement with emerging technologies and ethical interaction with the contemporary world. In its academic degree programs, the college focuses on applied studies that implement state-of-the-art curriculum to educate students for long-term success in their profession.
Our vision is to be a destination college for multidisciplinary studies and impactful collaborative research as well as continue to be a national leader in general education, developing opportunities for our diverse student population to fulfill their educational goals and become responsive, responsible global citizens.
The Department of Mathematics, Science and Technology in the College of Arts & Sciences designs and delivers a wide range of curricula at both the undergraduate and graduate level, with the primary focus being to contribute in line with Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University's broader mission (e.g., applied mathematics and sciences). Many of the courses offered by the department are courses that are at the core of ERAU's most in-demand majors, such as aviation and engineering. Additionally, the department has a strong research interest, and growing faculty expertise, in the extremely high-demand field of data science, with the current initiatives focusing on applied data science and engineering-driven machine learning.
Embry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and Aerospace
With vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach, FL, and Prescott, AZ—along with a Worldwide network spanning roughly 120 global locations as well as a global online environment—Embry-Riddle proudly stands as the world’s largest aviation and aerospace university. Now celebrating our 100th year, we continue to lead innovation in STEM education, serving more than 30,000 students worldwide. Our cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, Space, and more prepare the current and emerging new leaders shaping the future of flight and beyond.
Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!

• Generous Time Off: Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.

• Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.

• Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution – with no vesting period.

Qualifications
Required Education and Qualifications:

• PhD in Data Science or closely related field.

• Candidates with a PhD in fields such as Physical Sciences or Engineering maybe considered if they have either a Masters degree in Data or Computer Science, or are otherwise credentialed to teach Data or Computer Science at the university level

• Scholarship record and/or industry experience commensurable with tenured associate professor

Application process/requirements
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R311006. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:

• Cover letter

• Full CV

• Unofficial graduate transcripts

• Student ratings of teaching effectiveness

• Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process)

Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.
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