Job Description

Specific Job Duties:

Serve as the strategic architect of the Computer Science program, transforming traditional curriculum into a versatile, future-focused pathway that integrates human-led AI literacy across disciplines.
Lead a comprehensive curricular update that shifts focus from syntax-focused programming to computational thinking, system architecture, machine learning operations, and cloud architecture. Integrate AI ethics and human-centered design into foundational coursework. Develop interdisciplinary degree pathways and minors in collaboration with disciplines across campus.
Re-envision assessment practices to include team-based product sprints and client-facing projects that solve real-world problems for local businesses and non-profits. Help students bridge the entry-level hiring gap by creating opportunities for them to articulate their experience and skills.
Cultivate local and regional corporate, civic, and non-profit connections to secure project pipelines, internship opportunities, and job prospects.
Oversee departmental operations, budgets, course scheduling, program assessment, and faculty development.
Drive marketing, recruiting, and retention efforts in the department, at campus events, and online.
Maintain a reduced teaching load (commensurate with administrative duties as Chair) delivering core and advanced Computer Science courses.
Benefits:

Generous sick time and family leave, comprehensive insurance (medical, dental, vision, etc.) and retirement plans, flexible spending account, tuition remission, life and long-term disability insurance, and more. Learn more about employment benefits at the University of Lynchburg.


Teaching Load:

The typical full-time faculty teaching load is 12 contact hours per semester, reduced for this role to accommodate departmental leadership and administrative responsibilities.



Salary:

90,000-$117,000. Salary and rank are commensurate with education and experience



Physical Demands:

Prolonged periods standing or sitting at a desk




Qualifications
Required Qualifications/Education:



A PhD in Computer Science, Data Science, Systems Engineering, or a closely related computational field required by the start date.
Demonstrated record of teaching excellence and curriculum development.
2+ years of leadership experience in industry or higher education.
A clear vision for Computer Science education within a liberal arts framework, with demonstrated commitment to human-centered AI, system architecture, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
A passion for high-touch undergraduate mentorship, project-based learning, and building industry/community partnership
Preferred Qualifications:



3+ years of professional industry, consulting, or software architecture experience alongside academic credentials.
Demonstrated success leading academic change management, curriculum redesign, or launching new interdisciplinary academic programs.
A proven track record of securing external corporate, civic, or grant partnerships that yield student internships, client projects, or seed funding.
Demonstrated ability to communicate the strategic value and career ROI of a liberal arts-grounded technical degree to prospective students, parents, and external stakeholders.
Work Remotely:

No



Candidates may show interest in this position by submitting to the Human Resources Jobs Page. Applications should include:

A completed application in Paycom
A cover letter detailing your vision for leading a future-focused Computer Science program within a liberal arts university.
A current curriculum vitae (CV) or resume
A statement of teaching philosophy and curriculum innovation
Unofficial graduate transcripts (official transcripts will be requested later)
Names and contact information for three professional references