The Computer Science and Technology Program at Plymouth State University invites qualified applicants to apply for a full time, 9-month, Tenure Track Assistant or Associate Professor or Non-Tenure Track Teaching Faculty to Commence in August 2023. We seek a dynamic colleague committed to teaching excellence, student development, and service. Preference will be given to those with a PhD in robotics, systems engineering, or an associated field, or an MS in those fields and 3-5 years experience in the industry. The successful applicant will join an existing team of dedicated, innovative individuals and will teach the Robotics sequence. They will also teach other courses across the CS&T discipline as assigned by the program coordinator and General Education Courses as needed. They will enhance and significantly grow our existing Robotics Program. The successful candidate will also help to develop our Robotics lab and recruit students by forging relationships with local community colleges and high schools. Establishing relationships with local robotics companies is a natural outcome of this person’s role.

Application reviews will begin on January 15, 2023.

The department currently offers three undergraduate degree programs: a B.S. in Computer Science, a B.S. in information Technology, and a new B.S. in robotics. At present, the department has five full-time faculty, several part-time faculty and serves approximately 150 majors. The department continues to explore innovative approaches, and adopt emerging technologies, to further improve Computer Science and Information Technology education. It also plays a vital role in Plymouth State’s General Education program, as well as the cluster-based environment, towards which the university is moving.

The new and developing Robotics program has significant support from the administration, especially during this transformative time of innovation and development.

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The search is open to all robotics-related fields, including Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, and Computer Science. But, preference is given to applicants with broad-based knowledge, practice and skills in Robotics and Mechatronics. Earned doctorate or Masters degree with 3 to 5 years experience in Mechanical/Electrical/Systems Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or a related field. A broad-based systems-oriented perspective is essential.

ABDs will be considered for the tenure-track position, but must have doctorate in hand before the starting date. Master’s degrees in related field will be considered for a non-Tenure Track position.

A record of scholarship or strong potential for scholarship and/or experience as a practitioner in industry University-level teaching experience in Mechanical / Electrical / Computer / Systems Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics or Computer Science discipline.

Experience with high-impact, engaging learning techniques in the classroom. Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated collegiality and ability to collaborate with colleagues.

Demonstrated commitment to success of all students. Interest in engaging in multidisciplinary research and project involving collaboration with internal and external partners.

Experience as a practitioner in industry. Interest or experience teaching in one or more of the following areas: Robotics, Digital Systems, Microcontroller and Distributed Systems. Experience working on interdisciplinary projects. Interest in developing and teaching courses in the General Education program. Experience with teams, committees, or other academic leadership.

Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off.

Plymouth State University offers high-quality baccalaureate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs. Through research and innovative community partnerships, the University contributes to the economic, social, cultural, and environmental development of the North Country and Lakes Region of New Hampshire and beyond.

Plymouth State University (PSU) is transforming the campus to create a first-of-its-kind university holistically organized around integrated clusters. Our goal is to provide a dynamic interdisciplinary and innovative learning environment. Students, faculty, staff, and community will connect to solve real-world challenges that will benefit people and organizations at all levels. We are a residential and comprehensive university with a warm and engaged learning community focused on teaching excellence and regional engagement. The University is located in the heart of the Lakes Region and White Mountains of New Hampshire and serves approximately 4,300 undergraduate and more than 2,000 graduate students.

Our Integrated Cluster Learning Model amplifies the educational experience and strengthens the institution’s legacy of interdisciplinary study and applied experiential learning. PSU students will work in teams with faculty and partners within 7 Integrated Clusters of degree programs: Exploration and Discovery; Innovation and Entrepreneurship; Arts and Technologies; Health and Human Enrichment; Justice and Security; Education, Democracy and Social Change; and Tourism, Environment and Sustainable Development. Now is an exciting time to join Plymouth State and help shape our new kind of university and ultimately tomorrow’s leaders.

Surrounded by lakes and mountains, PSU’s 170-acre campus provides students with an outstanding natural laboratory for learning and an ideal setting for outdoor recreation. PSU has consistently earned national recognition for its commitment to community service, environmental sustainability, academic excellence, and employee wellness.

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Plymouth State University offers high-quality baccalaureate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs. Through research and innovative community partnerships, the University contributes to the economic, social, cultural, and environmental development of the North Country and Lakes Region of New Hampshire and beyond.

Plymouth State University (PSU) is transforming the campus to create a first-of-its-kind university holistically organized around integrated clusters. Our goal is to provide a dynamic interdisciplinary and innovative learning environment. Students, faculty, staff, and community will connect to solve real-world challenges that will benefit people and organizations at all levels. We are a residential and comprehensive university with a warm and engaged learning community focused on teaching excellence and regional engagement. The University is located in the heart of the Lakes Region and White Mountains of New Hampshire and serves approximately 4,300 undergraduate and more than 2,000 graduate students.

Our Integrated Cluster Learning Model amplifies the educational experience and strengthens the institution’s legacy of interdisciplinary study and applied experiential learning. PSU students will work in teams with faculty and partners within 7 Integrated Clusters of degree programs: Exploration and Discovery; Innovation and Entrepreneurship; Arts and Technologies; Health and Human Enrichment; Justice and Security; Education, Democracy and Social Change; and Tourism, Environment and Sustainable Development. Now is an exciting time to join Plymouth State and help shape our new kind of university and ultimately tomorrow’s leaders.

Surrounded by lakes and mountains, PSU’s 170-acre campus provides students with an outstanding natural laboratory for learning and an ideal setting for outdoor recreation. PSU has consistently earned national recognition for its commitment to community service, environmental sustainability, academic excellence, and employee wellness.