Adjunct Faculty Computer Science

The Department of Mathematics Statistics and Computer Science at Augsburg University invites applications for adjunct faculty positions to teach introductory Computer Science courses. Responsibilities include teaching one or two sections of introductory courses and/or labs in Computer Science such as Introduction to Computer Programming (Python) Introduction to ObjectOriented Programming (Java) or Information Security and Assurance. Available courses vary by term. Most classes are held during the day 23 days per week.

In addition to teaching the class and grading student work instructors are expected to respond to student questions through email hold regularly scheduled office hours reach out to students with course progress information and communicate regularly with the course coordinator. A course syllabus with calendar textbook and homework selection sample activities and exams and shared office space are typically provided.

Most classes are taught inperson on our Minneapolis campus. Each fall or spring semester course requires approximately 1215 hours/week for 1516 weeks. Teaching inperson is a union position covered by a collective bargaining agreement with SEIU; pay starts at $5350 per course. Review of applications is ongoing during summer (for fall) fall (for spring) and spring (for summer).

Please note that due to employment law and payroll regulations we can only employ adjunct faculty who reside in Minnesota or Wisconsin. This restriction applies even to courses taught online.

Qualifications :

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Candidates should be committed to student engagement and student success with a diverse group of learners.
• A Masters in Computer Science or a related field.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• The ideal candidate will have some experience teaching at the postsecondary level or significant experience teaching at the secondary level.

Additional Information :

To apply for this position upload a cover letter CV and official transcripts. In the cover letter candidates should address their ability to educate and mentor diverse students and/or contribute to a diverse community. If your application advances in this search you will be notified prior to Augsburg University contacting your references. Application review will begin immediately; position open until filled.

Among the distinctive features of the university are its deep dedication to civic and community engagement robust undergraduate research programs and a strong belief in the integration of liberal arts and professional studies across all programs. The Universitys commitments to our urban context and the world beyond it are enhanced through the work of four signature centers: the Christensen Center for Vocation the Center for Global Education and Experience the Sabo Center for Democracy and Citizenship and the Strommen Center for Meaningful Work. 

As part of Augsburg Universitys commitment to intentional diversity 50% of our current student body identifies as Black Indigenous and persons of color. The emerging interdisciplinary Department of Critical Race and Ethnicity Studies builds on this foundation to further diversify our academic curriculum and cocurricular programs. We do this work out of historical and contemporary obligations rooted in our ethical and intellectual commitments to prepare our diverse student body for a cosmopolitan world.

Application Instructions:

Application Requirements

• Cover Letter
• CV
• Transcripts

As a part of the online application process you will be required to provide the names of three professional references.

For specific inquiries about these adjunct opportunities please email the Department Chair Pavel Belik ()

Augsburg is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender sexual orientation marital status gender identity race age disability religion national origin color or any other protected class. Successful candidates will have demonstrated abilities working in an academic community committed to intentional diversity. Candidates are thus encouraged to highlight skills and experiences that demonstrate these competencies. Women and persons of color are encouraged to apply.

Augsburg University is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race color creed religion gender age national origin familial status disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression marital status or public assistance status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law. 

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process please contact our Human Resources Department at phone number:or email:

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Parttime