Adjunct Faculty Computer Science Lecturer

umd; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 2,900 - 3,500; Part time

Job summary

UMES invites applications for an adjunct Lecturer in Computer Science and Engineering Technology to teach undergraduate courses in diverse modalities (face-to-face, hybrid, online) and to motivate students to actively participate in the learning process.

The position requires a Master’s or doctoral degree in computer science or a closely related field, with evidence of teaching excellence and mentoring ability, plus strong written and interpersonal communication.

Qualifications

• Master's or doctorate in computer science or a closely related field.
• Note: Individuals with degrees outside of the United States may be subject to verification at the expense of the applicant.
• Applicants must have excellence in teaching and a commitment to mentoring students.
• Applicants must have effective communication skills including written communication and strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Teaching undergraduate CS courses in face-to-face, hybrid, and online modalities.
• Motivate students to actively participate in the educational process.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Mentoring

Education

Master's degree in CS

Doctorate in CS or related field

Job description

Job Description Summary

Organization's Summary Statement: The Department of Computer Science and Engineering Technology (CSET) at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is currently accepting resumes for adjuncts in the area of Computer Science. Resumes will be reviewed as needed for each semester.

Benefits: UMES offers exciting opportunities for professional growth. Generous benefits include medical, prescription, dental, and accidental death & dismemberment. The medical benefits are subject to subsidy restrictions based upon number of courses taught. Voluntary participation in supplemental retirement accounts (SRAs) to include TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-Nationwide; participation in state sponsored MetLife life insurance and/or USM sponsored MetLife life insurance plan; long term disability insurance, and the employee assistance program.

Responsibilities:

• Teaching expectations include instructing undergraduate courses in Computer Science in a variety of instructional modalities, including face-to-face, hybrid, and on-line.
• Motivate students to actively participate in all aspects of the educational process.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Master's or doctorate in computer science or a closely related field.
• Note: Individuals with degrees outside of the United States may be subject to verification at the expense of the applicant.
• Applicants must have excellence in teaching and a commitment to mentoring students.
• Applicants must have effective communication skills including written communication and strong interpersonal skills.

Physical Demands:

• May require extended periods of standing, bending, stooping, sitting at desk.
• May require lifting.
• Requires communication with a variety of constituents externally and internally.
• Requires operation of a variety of office equipment.

Preferences:

• A strong preference will be given to candidates with expertise in the COBOL language and it's business data processing environment.

Minimum Qualifications

The title Lecturer will ordinarily be used to designate appointments of persons who are serving in a teaching capacity for a limited time or part-time. The normal requirement is a Master's degree in the field of instruction or a related field, or equivalent professional experience in the field of instruction. Appointments to this rank are typically one to three years and are renewable.

Additional Job Details

Required Application Materials: Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of names of three current professional references (current or past supervisor) including e-mail address, and telephone number (current supervisor will not be contacted without the candidate’s prior consent). The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Best Consideration Date: N/A

Posting Close Date: N/A

Open Until Filled: Yes

Department

UMES-BNTC-Computer Science & Engineering Technology

Worker Sub-Type

Faculty Non-Regular (Fixed Term)

Salary Range

$3,189 per course

EEO Statement

UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Diversity Statement

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunityinstitution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.

Title IX Statement

It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliationfor asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.