Lecturer in Computational Science and Data Science
Organisation Name: Harvard University
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Lecturer in Computational Science and Data Science
School Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
Department/Area Institute for Applied Computational Science
Position Description
The Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences seeks applicants for the position of Lecturer in Computational Science and Data Science in the Institute for Applied Computational Science (IACS) (http://iacs.seas.harvard.edu), with an expected start date of July 1, 2022. This is a 12-month academic appointment for three years, with the second two years contingent on a satisfactory performance review during the first year.
Duties include teaching three computational or data science courses per year, supervising and advising master’s student projects, and conducting independent research in an area of the lecturer’s choosing. In addition, the lecturer is expected to participate in the activities of the vibrant community of IACS.
We seek candidates that have strong expertise in computing using a variety of languages and computer architectures. We appreciate a record of teaching at the undergraduate or graduate level. SEAS values diversity among its faculty, is committed to building a culturally diverse intellectual community, and strongly encourages applications from women and underrepresented minorities.
Basic Qualifications
Candidates are required to have a doctoral degree in the broad area of Computational and Data Science by the expected start date.
Additional Qualifications
Special Instructions
Required documents include: a cover letter, including a description of teaching experience and philosophy and efforts to encourage diversity, inclusion, and belonging; a current CV; and (if applicable) syllabi and course evaluations for all recently taught courses. Candidates are also required to submit the names and contact information for three to five references. The application is considered complete only when at least three letters have been received.
We encourage candidates to apply by December 15, 2021 but will continue to review applications until the position is filled.
Contact Information
Erin Erhart, Program Manager
Institute for Applied Computational Science at the John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Science
Contact Email erhart@seas.harvard.edu
Equal Opportunity Employer
Harvard is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, military service, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or other protected status.
Minimum Number of References Required 3
Maximum Number of References Allowed 5
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