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Job Description
ANNOUNCEMENT OF FACULTY VACANCY
Visiting Lecturer of Computer Science The Division of Mathematics and Computer Science at Maryville College, a selective four-year liberal arts college committed to superior teaching, invites applications for a one-year Visiting Lecturer of Computer Science position beginning in August 2026. Qualified candidates will have a commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching in a liberal arts setting. A master's or Ph.D. degree in computer science or closely related field is required; ABD in the final stages of completion will also be considered. Strengths of the computer science program at Maryville College have included quality undergraduate research, placement of students in internships at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, and competitive programming teams. Teaching responsibilities for the upcoming academic year include courses in programming, software design and development, algorithms, and supervision of senior projects. Additional responsibilities may include advising students and/or coaching the programming team. Founded in Maryville, Tenn., in 1819, Maryville College is one of the oldest baccalaureate-granting institutions of higher learning in the South. Consistently ranked in the top tier of regional colleges and universities, it offers a curriculum notable for its strong liberal arts core program, undergraduate research requirement and emphasis on career preparation. The College maintains an affiliation with the Presbyterian Church (USA) and encourages students, faculty, and staff to grow in wisdom and work for justice. Maryville is ideally situated between the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Knoxville, the state's third largest city, and is within minutes of the major research facilities of Oak Ridge Associated Universities (MC holds associate membership), the University of Tennessee, and Oak Ridge National Laboratory. The College is also an institutional member of the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE). Its historic, 263-acre campus includes a 140-acre multi-use forest. Consideration of applicants will begin June 8 and will continue until the position is filled. To be considered, the applicant will need to complete the Maryville College Employment Application Paycom, available at https://www.maryvillecollege.edu/about/inside/human-resources/careers/ . Application materials, including a letter of interest addressed to Professor Jeff Bay, Chair, Division of Mathematics and Computer Science; graduate transcripts (all official transcripts will be required upon hire); a curriculum vitae; and a statement of teaching philosophy, should be sent to the email address below. Additionally, three letters of reference (two of which should address teaching experience and/or potential) should be submitted by referees to computerscience.search@maryvillecollege.edu .
Non-Discrimination Statement:
Maryville College is an equal opportunity employer. As a learning community, our members include persons with a variety of interests, backgrounds, beliefs and nationalities which enriches the experience for all. The College embraces diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive and safe environment free from harassment and discrimination. Maryville College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, ethnic or national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, veteran status or political beliefs in the provision of educational opportunities, employment practices or employee benefits. The College may, at its discretion, sponsor employment-based immigration petitions (such as H-1B or permanent residency) on behalf of employees when permitted by law and aligned with institutional priorities and budget. Sponsorship is contingent on satisfactory continued employment, compliance with applicable federal regulations, availability of institutional resources, and the College's sole determination of fiscal feasibility. The College cannot guarantee sponsorship in any case, particularly where newly introduced federal filing fees or wage obligations create financial burdens inconsistent with institutional budget stewardship. The College always reserves the right to defer or decline sponsorship.
