Computing Science at Surrey, Lecturer

The School of Computing Science at Simon Fraser University (SFU) invites applications for a full-time continuing Lecturer position at the Surrey campus. The School is seeking outstanding candidates with proven track records of developing and teaching courses in computing science and programming, technical writing and human-centred computing.
The School of Computing Science is among the top computer science departments in Canada and internationally, with excellent research and teaching programs at the graduate and undergraduate levels. SFU is located in Metro Vancouver, which is rated one of the most livable areas in North America. SFU offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a collegial and vibrant work environment.
Lecturers are considered an integral part of the School, and they contribute to its academic mission of teaching and preparing computer science students for competitive industrial careers and advanced graduate studies. Lecturers fully participate in the administration of the School and have voting rights similar to those of tenure-track faculty on all School and University issues. Analogous to tenure-track faculty, Lecturers can be promoted to Senior Lecturer and University Lecturer (equivalent to Full Teaching Professor) ranks, and they can apply for partially/fully paid study leaves for career advancement and professional development.
The responsibilities of the successful candidate will include the following:
■ Develop and teach university courses such as:
o Introduction to Computer Science and Programming
o Data Structures and Algorithms
o Social Issues and Communication Strategies in Computing Science
o Human-Centred Computing
■ Supervision of capstone projects
■ Contribute actively to building a vibrant culture in the School, with service contributions to areas such as:
o Academic integrity and student conduct
o Student recruitment and community outreach
o Experiential learning and capstone project coordination
o Curriculum development
o Diversity, equity, and inclusion
o Student liaison
An ideal candidate is expected to possess the following qualifications:
■ A doctoral degree in computing science or a related discipline.
■ Academic and/or industrial experience of teaching and developing courses mentioned above.
■ Excellent communication, leadership, and group management skills.

■ Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Faculty salaries at SFU are based on the salary scales defined by the collective agreement between the University and the SFU Faculty Association. A reasonable estimate of the salary range at the Lecturer rank is $95,012 – $110,450 (subject to experience).
To apply, please submit the following materials to our on-line application system at: http://www.sfu.ca/computing/about/job-opportunities.html

o Curriculum vitae.
o Teaching statement.
o EDI statement regarding teaching.
o Names and contact information of three referees.
The deadline for receiving complete applications is May 6, 2024. The position is subject to availability of funding and approval by the SFU Board of Governors. Any inquiries regarding this posting may be directed to cs_faculty_affairs@sfu.ca.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
Simon Fraser University is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges SFU to “foster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty staff and our community.” SFU is committed to ensuring no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, SFU will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.
Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/SFU Collective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice: https://www.sfu.ca/vpacademic/academic-careers.html

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