Assistant Professor of Computer Science & Software Engineering

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Do you want to join a collegial dynamic and growing department The Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering (CSSE) at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville is looking for one tenure-track Assistant Professor in Software Engineering.

Our Software Engineering program is ABET accredited underscoring our commitment to high-quality engineering education. The primary duty will be teaching undergraduate courses in Computer Science and Software Engineering utilizing modern and inclusive pedagogy. Faculty members are also expected to participate in curriculum development academic assessment undergraduate research and scholarly activities as well as university/community service. Candidates with expertise in Computer Science and Software Engineering as well as those from related computing fields will be considered.

This is a full time benefit-eligible position with a 9-month academic will be commensurate with qualifications and University of Wisconsin System has anationally top ranked retirement planand acomprehensive benefits package. The department also provides relocation assistance and the university has a Trailing Partners Engagement Program.

Review of candidates will begin on November 8 2025. Applications willbe considered until the positions are filled. The anticipated start date is Spring or Fall of 2026.

Key Job Responsibilities:

Responsibilities:

• Teach various software engineering computer science and/or cybersecurity courses.

• Carry out appropriate professional development activities.

• Carry out service activities.

What Youll Need to Succeed:

• Ph.D. in computer science software engineering or a related field.

• A minimum experience of one semester teaching computer science or software engineering at the college level as an instructor or a teaching assistant is required.

• Ability to teach a variety of software engineering computer science or cybersecurity courses

• A strong commitment to undergraduate education and using modern pedagogy

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Computer Science and Software Engineering Department:

The Computer Science and Software Engineering Department currently has seven full-time faculty members and four lecturers offering B.S. degrees in Cybersecurity Computer Science and Software collaboration with our sister UW institutions we also offer an online M.S. in Cybersecurity and an online B.S. in Applied Computing.

We are proud to be the first university in Wisconsin to offer a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity establishing ourselves as leaders in this vital and expanding field. Our Software Engineering program is ABET accredited and the second largest in Wisconsin providing students with a comprehensive blend of theoretical and practical knowledge to meet the demands of the evolving tech industry.

Our department offers a wide range of hands-on learning opportunities including real-world capstone projects collaborations with industry partners and active student organizations in computer science software engineering and cybersecurity. We take pride in fostering a collaborative and supportive environment. With small class sizes and strong student-faculty engagement youll become part of a community that values mentorship teamwork and a sense of belonging.

College of Engineering Mathematics and Science:

The Computer Science and Software Engineering Department is in the College of Engineering Mathematics and Science (EMS). The College of EMS serves 2534 undergraduate students and 73 graduate students.

The College of EMSs values are provided below:

We the employees of the College of EMS value being a key player in our undergraduate students success:

• We value teaching excellence continuously improving our teaching skills creating engaging learning environments and implementing known best practices in STEM education

• We value nurturing a culture of care toward our students and our colleagues

• We value the universitys goal of serving students with a wide range of preparation and we meet our students where they are

• We value high standards to prepare our students for the rigors of the STEM workplace

• We value providing job-ready skills to our students through authentic applied and hands-on learning experiences

Campus Information:

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville founded in 1866 offers 47 baccalaureate and 10 masters programs. It possesses institutional strengths in middle-level education engineering industrial technology agriculture criminal justice and business. The campus is in Southwest Wisconsins largest and most historic community. The region offers excellent school systems high-quality medical and hospital facilities outstanding recreational opportunities and vibrant businesses and industries. UW-Platteville is a cultural and educational center for the Tri-State region of Illinois Iowa and Wisconsin.

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Application Deadline:

Applications must be submitted by October 27 2025 for priority consideration. Applications will be accepted until the positions have been filled.

How to Apply:

The following documents are required for applicant consideration:

• Letter of application addressing all required qualifications

• A current resume

• Research StatementorTeaching Statement

• Contact information (name telephone number and email address) for 3 professional references

• Additional documents as needed

For questions regarding this position please contact:

Dr. Joshua Yue Phone: Email:

Legal Notices and Important Information:

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University ensures physical accessibility to work environments for persons with disabilities and will provided reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment. Upon request the University will provide reasonable accommodations for religious observances and practices.

The University is committed to a program of affirmative action for women racial minorities persons with disabilities disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam era. While the Chancellor assumes overall responsibility for the success of the program university administrators and supervisors are responsible and accountable for implementation. Authority for monitoring the program is delegated to Human Resources.

Each individual associated with the University is called upon to pledge a new and revitalized commitment to build and maintain a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination an environment that fosters mutual respect recognizes the dignity and worth of all people and promotes to the fullest equal employment opportunity through affirmative action.

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The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released.See Wis. Stat. . 19.36(7).

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age pregnancy disability status as a protected veteran or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds perspectives and skills and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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