Adjunct AI Instructor, MS in Applied AI (On-Campus)

University of San Diego; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of San Diego invites applications for adjunct faculty in the Master of Science in Applied Artificial Intelligence (MS-AAI) program. This on-campus role begins Fall 2026 in USD's Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering, delivering in-person instruction in accelerated 7-week blocks.

Candidates should hold a relevant master's or higher degree, have AI/ML industry or applied research experience, and demonstrate strong communication and inclusive teaching practices.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Electrical and Computer Engineering, or a closely related quantitative field.
• Demonstrated industry experience related to AI or applied research experience in artificial intelligence or machine learning.
• Strong foundations in machine learning principles, probability, statistics, and linear algebra relevant to deep learning and large language models.
• Strong interpersonal, collaborative, and professional communication skills.
• Commitment to inclusion, student engagement, and inclusive teaching practices.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching excellence in an applied graduate program.
• Deliver engaging instruction in 7-week, in-person course formats.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback and meaningful engagement with graduate students.
• Integrate industry experience, real-world case studies, and emerging AI practices into the teaching curriculum.
• Mentor and advise graduate students on academic progress, career planning, and capstone project development.
• Uphold USD's Vision, Mission, and Core Values, including academic excellence, community, ethical conduct, and compassionate service.
• Maintain high standards of academic integrity and student performance.

Skills

AI industry experience

ML foundations

Communication skills

Inclusion & engagement

Education

Master's degree or higher in AI/CS/DS/Statistics/EECS

Tools

Python

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Scikit-learn

LangChain

AWS SageMaker

Vector databases

Job description

The University of San Diego invites applications for adjunct faculty in the Master of Science in Applied Artificial Intelligence (MS-AAI) program. This on-campus role begins Fall 2026 in USD's Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering, delivering in-person instruction in accelerated 7-week blocks.

Candidates should hold a relevant master's or higher degree, have AI/ML industry or applied research experience, and demonstrate strong communication and inclusive teaching practices.