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Computer Science/Bioinformatics - Assistant Professor Tenure Track
California State University, San Bernardino


Overview
The School of Computer Science and Engineering at California State University, San Bernardino invites applications from a diverse group of qualified applicants and seeks a visionary and collaborative individual for a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin August 2020.

The School of CSE offers the programs of B.S. in Computer Science (ABET accredited), B.S. in Computer Engineering (ABET accredited), B.S. in Bioinformatics, B.A. in Computer Systems, and M.S. in Computer Science.

California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB) is located in San Bernardino in the Inland Empire, 60 miles east of Los Angeles and operates a satellite campus in Palm Desert located in Coachella Valley. CSUSB serves approximately 20,000 students, of which 81% are first-generation college students, and graduates about 5,000 students annually. As a designated Hispanic Serving Institution, CSUSB reflects the dynamic diversity of the region and has one of the most diverse student populations of any university in the Inland Empire, and the second highest Hispanic enrollment of all public universities in California. CSUSB employs 467 full-time faculty and offers 48 undergraduate, 35 graduate, and 1 doctoral degree programs and 14 academic programs with national accreditation.

At CSUSB, diversity, equity and inclusion are values central to our mission. We recognize that diversity and inclusion in all its forms are necessary for our institutional success. By fully leveraging our diverse experiences, backgrounds and insights, we inspire innovation, challenge the status quo and create better outcomes for our students and community. As part of CSUSB's commitment to hire, develop and retain a diverse faculty, we offer a variety of networking, mentoring and development programs for our junior faculty. We are committed to building and sustaining a CSUSB community that is supportive and inclusive of all individuals. Qualified applicants with experience in ethnically diverse settings and/or who demonstrate a commitment to serving diverse student populations are strongly encouraged to apply.
Typical Activities
We are particularly interested in candidates with research experience in Bioinformatics. We encourage the balance of teaching and research. The successful candidate will teach core and elective courses in computer science and actively contribute to the school's curriculum development. The successful candidate will be involved in forming a core of bioinformatics collaborative projects with chemistry and biology departments in the College of Natural Sciences, where CSE belongs. The College has declared bioinformatics as one of its major goals. The successful candidate will also provide service to the School, the College, the University, as well as the community and the profession.

Qualified candidates must demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring a diverse student population and to working effectively with faculty, staff and students across a wide range of disciplines.
In addition, new faculty are encouraged to develop and participate in activities that support the University's strategic plan. This plan emphasizes: a) student success; b) faculty and staff success; c) stewarding resources; d) community engagement and partnerships; and, e) enhancing the campus identity. CSUSB's Strategic Plan is available at https://www.csusb.edu/strategic-plan.

Minimum Qualifications
A Ph.D. in Computer Science is required by time of appointment. The dissertation/research must be in bioinformatics or a closely related area.
Supplemental Information
To apply please submit the following required documents:

1) Curriculum Vitae
2) Cover Letter that includes:
a. A statement of your teaching philosophy.
b. A description of your research interests.
c. A statement of how you might contribute to CSUSB's Strategic Plan.
3) If available, evidence of teaching effectiveness such as teaching portfolios, reports on teaching observations, and/or student evaluations of teaching.
4) Unofficial copies of all postsecondary degree transcripts (official transcripts will be required prior to appointment).
5) Reference List - names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three (3) referees whom we may contact to obtain letters of recommendation.
6) A Diversity Statement, which may include your interpretation of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and must include specific examples of how your background and your educational and/or professional experiences have prepared you for this role at California State University, San Bernardino (maximum 1,000 words).

We strongly encourage women and members of other underrepresented groups to apply.??The College of Natural Sciences is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive climate for people from diverse backgrounds and is committed to enhancing diversity. CNS also strives for excellence and fosters harmony.

Formal review of applications will begin Sept 30, 2019 and continue until the position is filled. Information regarding CSUSB's School of Computer Science and Engineering can be found at https://cns.csusb.edu/cse. Questions about this position can be directed to Dr. Haiyan Qiao, Director of the School of Computer Science and Engineering, at hqiao@csusb.edu.

If you are interested in this opportunity, we invite you to apply at: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/csusb/jobs/2535295. Salary is commensurate with experience.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

California State University, San Bernardino is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status. This position adheres to CSU policies against Sex Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, and Sexual Violence, including Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, and Stalking. This requires completion of Sexual Violence Prevention Training within 6 months of assuming employment and on a two-year basis thereafter. (Executive Order 1096)

This position may be "Designated" under California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. This would require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within 6 months of assuming office and every 2 years thereafter. Visit the Human Resources Conflict of Interest webpage link for additional information: https://hrd.csusb.edu/conflictInterest.html.


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