Your mission
We invite visionary PhD scholars in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics and Artificial Intelligence, with expertise in programming, AI/ VR/AR, Robotics and Immersive technologies to join us at SIU in shaping the future of experiential and project-based education. The instructor will have the opportunity not only to teach but also to lead a state-of-the-art Immersive Technology Lab, fostering collaboration among students, colleagues, industry partners, and researchers to redefine the engagement of Computer Science, Applied Mathematics with AI and their applications.
Tasks and Responsabilities
- Demonstrate leadership to students in an Immersive Hands-On Lab equipped with:
- 3D printers, robotics kits, VR headsets, GPU clusters and Arduino kits.
- Design real-world integrative projects with students.
- Expertise to shape curriculum innovation in AR/VR/AI and robotics.
- Cross-disciplinary collaboration with industry, Business Analytics, and other STEM programs.
- Promote the university’s vision, to training international future-ready graduates with cutting-edge immersive technologies in STEM and other disciplines.
- Organize AR/VR/AI-focused seminars such as hackathons, coding festivals and networking events for students to connect directly with industry, colleagues and peers.
- Completes projects as directed by the Associate Dean of STEM.
- Responds to student inquiries in a timely manner, facilitating discussions and relevant guidance in accordance with university policy, utilizing university assigned email account.
- Maintain announcement and communication schedule in each course in a timely manner.
- Grade and assess student work using approved rubrics, ensuring fairness and accuracy.
- Provide timely and constructive feedback on summative and formative assessments to students via Blackboard with clear explanation to grading and deductions.
- Address academic concerns such as academic integrity issues, grade disputes, and challenges within established timelines.
- Monitor student progress through our LMS (Blackboard) tools, identify at-risk students, and collaborate with our academic advisor and the Associate Dean of STEM to provide support for successful course completion.
- Fulfill academic and administrative duties, including documentation, compliance with policies, and participation in faculty meetings and training as well as promoting constructive collaboration with colleagues.
- Promote integrity and professionalism by adhering to Schiller International University policies, handbooks, and accreditation requirements.
- Provide support to innovation by sharing ideas on good practices, integrating e-books and digital tools into student engagement strategies.
- Other responsibilities as assigned by the Associate Dean of STEM, Chief Academic Officer / Provost and /or Campus Director.
Your Profile
- Terminal degree (PhD) in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence, Human-Computer Interaction, or related fields.
- Experienced in Programming pedagogy, AR/VR/AI applications, machine learning, robotics, immersive technology.
- Expertise in Hands-on teaching in laboratory, industry collaboration, and ideally some published work in immersive technologies.
- Innovative, student-centered, and comfortable bridging academia and applied industry skills.
- 3-5 years of professional experience at university level teaching preferred (desirable)
- Practical experience with Blackboard (LMS) or comparable e-learning tools (desirable but not a requirement)
- Industry experts and professionals with PhDs and interested in academia are encouraged to apply.
- Postdoctoral candidates and recent postdocs working in immersive computing, AR/VR, and AI research groups are encouraged to apply.
- Either native English speaker or proficiency level of English competency. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
