Faculty - Database Systems and Software Development

Ashesi University is seeking faculty with expertise in Database Systems and Software Development to join the Computer Science and Information Systems Department.

Ashesi’s mission is to propel an African renaissance by educating ethical, entrepreneurial leaders with the concern, courage, and compassion needed to transform their continent. Located in Ghana, this non-profit, multidisciplinary university combines a rigorous liberal arts core with degree programs in Computer Science, Business Administration, Management Information Systems, and Engineering. The Computer Science and Information Systems Department seeks to educate ethical innovative leaders who have mastery of computing disciplines, understand well the interplay between theory and practice, are skilled in applying principles of computing, and are life-long learners. These innovators will strive to be change-makers for Africa and the world. 

Ashesi is a recognised centre of educational excellence and innovation in Ghana and is a high-impact contributor in Africa’s higher education landscape.  Faculty at Ashesi make significant contributions to Ashesi’s mission and are recognised as thought leaders in academia and industry. As a 'teacher' at Ashesi, you will be helping shape our curriculum, strengthening our teaching and learning model, and working with some of the brightest students across Africa. And as a scholar, you will be working with motivated colleagues and students to uncover new knowledge in your chosen field. 

 General Requirements:

• PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems or related fields; a master’s degree with relevant teaching experience will also be considered for adjunct lecturers.
• Willingness to work on a team to develop and deliver an innovative and world class curriculum.
• Willingness to teach in a participatory environment and demonstrated capability with hands-on teaching approaches.
• Willingness to engage in research and supervise undergraduate projects.
• Demonstrated capability in the use of computer technology.
• Excellent written & verbal communication.
• Familiarity with the liberal arts method of instruction. An undergraduate education at a liberal arts college is a plus.
• Expertise and ability to design and teach three or more of the following courses:
  • Database Systems
  • Advanced Database Systems
  • Web Technologies (full-stack web development)
  • Mobile Application Development
  • Software Engineering
  • Agile Software Engineering Methods
  • Software Measurement and Testing
• This expertise should be combined with:
  • Strong programming skills, preferably in at least two languages and web application development skills (server-side scripting and/or full stack development).
  • Experience with developing real-world software systems.

  Prospective faculty should submit the following as part of their application:

• Brief overview of research interests (optional for part-time faculty).
• A Curriculum Vitae.
• A one to two-page statement of teaching philosophy, explaining the benefits of the proposed approach to teaching and learning.
• Names and contact addresses of three professional references, of whom at least two can directly attest to teaching and student counselling capabilities or potential.

 Selection Process:  Screening of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview and may also be asked to conduct an academic seminar.

Ashesi University is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building a faculty and staff committed to excellence and equity and encourages applications from people who value same. 

Disability Confident: Ashesi University is committed to taking positive steps to employ, keep and develop the abilities of staff with disabilities.