Lecturer or Assistant Professor, Department of Mathematics and Computer Science

One-Year Term - Computer Science
Faculty of Science

Applications are invited for a one-year term position in the area of Computer Science in the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science. The Department offers B.Sc. degree programs and B.Sc. (Honours) degree programs with Majors and Minors in both Mathematics and Computer Science. Applicants are invited to consult the Brandon University course calendar for more information on the program offerings. The successful candidate will be required to teach courses in person in Brandon.

Teaching: The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching the following five courses in Computer Science, namely, in First Term: 62:160 Computer Science 1, 62:264 Digital Computer Fundamentals, and 62:367 Computer Organization, and in Second Term: 62:161 Computer Science 2, and 62:371 Database Systems. More information about these courses can be found in the Course Calendar on the Brandon University website.

Research & Service: The successful candidate will have an opportunity to apply for internal research funding, to participate in undergraduate student supervision in Computer Science, and to participate in service activities.

Qualifications: A Master’s degree is required, Ph.D. preferred, in the broad field of Computer Science or a related discipline. The successful candidate should demonstrate a record of successful undergraduate teaching and a clear commitment to undergraduate teaching excellence. Applicants may seek to establish an experiential/traditional equivalency to the Master's Degree degree and are invited to contact the Office of the Dean of Science on how to establish equivalent academic or professional credentials.

Rank: Lecturer or Assistant Professor

Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application Deadline: December 18, 2026 or until position is filled.

Start Date: July 1, 2027 or as mutually agreed

Internal Applicants: Qualified internal applicants are invited to apply. Internal applicants are current full-time or part-time Brandon University Faculty Association (BUFA) Members on a continuing or regular appointment (does not include Contract Academic Staff (CAS)), CAS who hold RFR in one (1) or more courses in the Department identified in this posting, or the spouse/partner of a current full-time or part-time BUFA Member on a continuing or regular appointment. Internal applicants are required to identify as such in their letter of application.

To Apply:
Interested applicants must submit an application package as one single electronic file (e.g., PDF) containing a letter of application (including details regarding area of specialization and its relevance to the stated position requirements and preferences), a summary of teaching experience, as well as evidence of the quality of teaching, if available, and willingness and ability to teach the five courses listed in the teaching section, a curriculum vitae, the names and contact information of three (3) references, and a statement on citizenship/Canadian immigration status to:

Dean of Science
Brandon University
Brandon, MB R7A 6A9
Science@BrandonU.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest in applying for this position and advise that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Short-listed candidates will be expected to provide copies of credentials at time of interview.

Brandon University is committed to equity, welcomes diversity, and hires on the basis of merit. All qualified individuals who may contribute to the diversification of the University, especially women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders are encouraged to apply. Canadian citizens and permanent residents are given priority. Evidence of citizenship must be provided.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment. This starts with the hiring process. If you require an accommodation during any phase of the evaluation process, contact HR at hr@brandonu.ca. All information received related to an accommodation is kept confidential. To ensure this employment opportunity is accessible to all interested individuals, this posting is available in an alternate format upon request.