Adjunct Faculty in Information Systems

DePaul University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,452 - 66,960; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible teaching schedule

Access to university resources

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

An established academic institution is seeking passionate individuals to join their faculty pool for Information Systems courses. This role offers the opportunity to engage with diverse students and contribute to their learning in a dynamic environment. The position is part-time, allowing flexibility across various disciplines within the college. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, the institution encourages qualified candidates to apply and share their expertise in a supportive academic setting. This is a chance to inspire the next generation of tech leaders while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of Chicago.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or 5 years of relevant experience required.
• Experience in teaching diverse groups is essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Information Systems and related fields.
• Work with the college to determine quarterly teaching schedules.

Skills

Teaching in diverse environments

Systems analysis & design

IS management

Cloud computing

AI-related system functions

Analytics/business intelligence

Relational database systems

NoSQL database systems

Enterprise data management

End-user education and training

Education

Master's degree in Information Systems

5 years relevant professional experience

Job description

Adjunct Faculty in Information Systems

Full-time Faculty Positions

Full-time faculty positions will be posted on a per-opening basis. Postings are organized by college/school and department. Applicants will be evaluated at the college/school level for the position which they are submitting an application. Unless noted by a close date, positions will remain open until they are filled. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Part-time Faculty Positions

DePaul University invites expressions of interest for a pool of qualified Part Time Faculty to teach courses in a variety of disciplines across all 10 colleges and schools. Individuals may enter expressions of interest by submitting their credentials to any posting for which they are qualified to teach. Postings are organized by college/school and department. Screening of individuals in the pool is ongoing, depending on curricular need and funding. Individuals will be contacted by the department if they reach the finalist stage for teaching a particular course or set of courses. The pool will remain in place until the closing date specified in the posting details; those interested in remaining in the pool beyond that time must resubmit. All individuals in the pool will be notified by email when the posting is closed.

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Posting Details

Job ID: 47769

College/School: Chicago, IL - Jarvis College of Computing & Digital Media

Responsibilities:

DePaul's Jarvis College of Computing & Digital Media (CDM) is located in the heart of Chicago's Loop, the central business district of Chicago. CDM students come from a variety of backgrounds and cultures therefore CDM is interested in recruiting and maintaining a diverse faculty. Part-time teaching positions are available throughout the academic year, including summer sessions. Academic course schedules fluctuate from quarter to quarter, and the college will work with selected individuals to determine a quarterly schedule. Courses are not guaranteed, however the college does its best to give ample notice about available courses. Applicants with expertise that matches course scheduling needs will be contacted for an interview.

The School of Computing (SoC) offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs including Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Game Programming, Health Informatics, Human-Computer Interaction, Information Systems, Information Technology, Intelligent Systems Engineering, Network Engineering and Security, and Software Engineering. Find out more about SoC at https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/academics/Pages/School-of-Computing.aspx.

Required Qualifications:

Minimum requirements include a master's degree in the discipline, or 18 semester/27 quarter hours of graduate work in the discipline, or an undergraduate degree with a minimum of five years demonstrated relevant professional experience. Exceptions may be considered with approval of the dean.

The candidate must have demonstrated experience in working in teaching in a diverse learning environment.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Information Systems (IS) is the study of how to plan, design, utilize and upgrade systems leveraging information technology to overcome organizational problems and enhance organizational effectiveness. IS typically focuses on computer hardware, software, data, people and organization to achieve the best outcomes for businesses and non-profit organizations.

In addition to the required documents listed below, you may also submit evidence of your experience as an optional document relating to systems analysis & design, IS management, IS operations, cloud computing, AI-related system functions, enterprise systems, analytics/business intelligence application development, relational and NoSQL database systems, enterprise data management, end-user support, end-user education and training, and IS strategy planning & implementation.

Considerations:
Exceptions to standard rates may apply to courses with unique credit hours, supervision, labs, clinical/practicum courses, coaching, administrative tasks, and courses that are either over-enrolled or under-enrolled.

General Compensation/Benefits Statement:
DePaul University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the qualifications, education, experience, and training of the selected candidate, the scope and responsibilities of the position, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.

DePaul University offers a variety of benefit options for qualified part-time employees. Further information regarding benefits can be found here: https://offices.depaul.edu/human-resources/benefits/part-time/Pages/default.aspx

About DePaul University's Academic Calendar:
Except for the College of Law, DePaul University operates on a quarter system. Classes in Autumn, Winter, and Spring quarters are 11 weeks in length (including finals week) and Summer courses, in two sessions, are typically 5 weeks in length. The College of Law operates on the semester system. Classes in the Fall and Spring semesters are 16 weeks in length (including finals week) and it offers a Summer Session of 7 weeks (including final exams).

Salary Information: The anticipated hiring rate of this position is between $4,700 and $6,000 per course, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

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