Job description

Hangzhou, China

Westlake University is a new type of non-profit research-oriented university in Hangzhou, the People’s Republic of China, supported by public and private funding. At Westlake, we strive for excellence in advanced research and nourish talented change-makers while remaining small and refined to ensure research and education quality.

Westlake University is currently accepting multiple applications from high-level talent for teaching faculty positions to expand the university’s professional teaching force further, establish a high-level teaching system aligned with the university’s mission and goals, and provide students with firm learning guidance and support. The specific job responsibilities and application requirements are as follows:

Open Rank, Non-tenure Track Full-Time Teaching Faculty Positions in Computer Science

Responsibilities:

1. Develop and teach introductory computer science courses for undergraduate students in English.

2. Enhance students’ motivation and interest in computer science.

3. Support students’ learning and provide individualized assistance; ensure sufficient office hours to assist students in regular consultation; provide training and guidance to teaching assistants.

4. Organize and participate in other computer science teaching-related activities on campus.

Requirements:

1. Strong professional ethics and a sense of dedication in teaching. Passionate about teaching computer science with extensive theoretical knowledge and practical experience at the university level.

2. Ph.D. degree in Computer Science or a closely related field obtained from a leading Chinese or international university.

3. Experienced in teaching computer science (in English) at leading universities at home or abroad, in courses such as Programming, Introduction to Algorithm, Data Structure, Discrete Mathematics, etc. Teaching experience in advanced programming courses for undergraduate students, including Computer Architecture, Assembly Language, Computer Networking, and Operating Systems is a plus.

4. Strong communication, writing, and interpersonal skills.

WHAT WE OFFER:

These full-time teaching faculty positions are open at three distinct ranks: Lecturer, Associate Professor, and Professor. The length of the contract is typically fixed to three years. There is the possibility of renewal, potentially over several years.

Westlake University offers an internationally competitive salary, an attractive benefits package, and comprehensive insurance coverage.

How to apply

To apply, please send the following documents in English as a single PDF file to [email protected]:

1. Cover letter containing the teaching statement describing your teaching philosophy

2. Curriculum vitae

3. Course description and syllabus for a proposed introductory undergraduate course

4. A list of at least three professional references with complete contact information

Please indicate “Computer Science-Your Name-HigherEdJobs” in the email subject lines and the CV attachment title.

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. Outstanding short-listed applicants will be contacted for interviews. Interviews will continue until all positions are filled.

Westlake University is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals of all ethnic backgrounds and countries.