Summary of Position
The School of Computer Science, Information, & Engineering Technology offers bachelor’s degrees in information technology and computer science, as well as the rapidly growing master’s degree in computing and information systems.


The successful candidate will teach various courses, encompassing both lower and upper division levels, delivered both online and in-person. They should possess the ability and experience to teach software engineering-related courses, such as software engineering, software security, software testing, project and process management, software architecture and design, software development life cycle, and/or programming-related courses in multiple languages, including Python, C/C++, and Java, across a wide range of proficiency levels from beginner to advanced. The candidate should also demonstrate the ability, experience, or desire to actively participate in the design and development of online courses.



Candidates are expected to have passion for teaching, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and enthusiasm for developing new courses and programs. Additional services will include student advisement, program assessment initiatives, and continuous course and program development and revision.

Position Information
Plans, organizes, teaches, and provides feedback to promote and direct student success. Responds to students in a timely manner. Communicates with students, departments, and university officials via university provided tools and resources.


Ability to contribute to the diversity, cultural sensitivity, and excellence of the University community through teaching.


An Institution of Opportunity: YSU inspires individuals, enhances futures, and enriches lives.


As a student-centered university, Youngstown State University’s mission is to provide innovative lifelong learning opportunities that will inspire individuals, enhance futures, and enrich lives. YSU inspires individuals by cultivating a curiosity for life-long learning; enhances the futures of our students by empowering them to discover, disseminate and apply their knowledge; and enriches the region by fostering collaboration and the advancement of civic, scientific, and technological development. YSU’s culture of enrichment flourishes in our diverse, accessible, and quality education.


Work Schedule: Typically, Monday through Friday, including some evenings, and the possibility of some weekend days.

Qualifications and Competencies
Required Certifications, Training, and/or Licensures: None


Minimum Qualifications: At least a master’s degree in computer science, information technology, computing and information sciences or a computing-related area; one or more years of experience teaching courses in computer science, information technology, computing and information sciences, or other closely related field.


Preferred Qualifications: Ph.D. in computer science, information technology, computing and information sciences, or other closely related field.