Adjunct Instructor, Advanced Cyber Operations and AI Cyber

UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA

United States

Hybrid

USD 75,000 - 90,000

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition reduction for employees and family members

Access to recreation and cultural activities

Job summary

The UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA seeks an Adjunct Instructor for Advanced Cyber Operations and AI Cyber. This part-time role will instruct students and engage in course planning and feedback. Candidates must hold a Master's or Ph.D. in a related field with at least three years of professional experience. The position offers flexibility, including remote options for candidates across the U.S. Competitive hourly pay ranges from $46.88 to $56.25. Possible benefits include health insurance and tuition reductions.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in a related field or Ph.D. with minimum 3 years professional experience.
Preferred terminal degree in Cybersecurity, Game Design or related field.

Responsibilities

Instruct students in their field of expertise.
Plan course delivery and provide feedback.
Advise students and hold office hours.
Assist with student capstone projects.

Skills

Expertise in field

Feedback on student work

Education

Master’s degree or Ph.D. in a related field

Job description

Adjunct Instructor, Advanced Cyber Operations and AI Cyber

Posting Number: req25867

Department: Applied Science

Location: To Be Determined

Address: USA

Position Highlights

The University of Arizona College of Information Science focuses on the intersection of people, data, and technology, offering innovative programs in information science, data science, cybersecurity, game design, and immersive technologies. Established in 2023 and expanded in 2025, the college provides STEM-designated undergraduate and master’s degrees, and a PhD in Information. With nationally ranked programs such as the #1 Best Online Bachelor’s in Cybersecurity, #4 Best Master’s in Data Science, and #10 Global Ranking of Library an Information Science Programs. It emphasizes computational thinking, ethical reasoning, and multicultural communication while driving research and partnerships such as Arizona Cybersecurity Academy, AI Core, Gaming and Virtual Worlds, Human-Centered Computing, and many other areas of research.

The Adjunct Instructor for Advanced Cyber Operations and AI Cyber will provide instruction for programs for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027, contingent upon availability of funding. The teaching schedule will be dependent upon class assignment, which may be classroom-based, virtual, or a combination, depending on need and instructor preference. Candidates working anywhere in the U.S. may be considered for a remote assignment. If selected and employed to work remotely from outside of Arizona, overtime exemption status will depend on state law; the position title would be “Part‑Time Faculty” instead of “Adjunct Instructor” in accordance with university practices. An hourly rate for this position would be $46.88 - $56.25 per hour.

Your teaching load may make you eligible for benefits if you work at a 0.50 FTE or greater for 90 days or longer. You may also become eligible for retirement if you work at a 0.50 FTE or greater for 20 weeks or longer. As courses and loads are determined, we will notify employees should they gain benefits and/or retirement eligibility status.

Possible U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

Duties & Responsibilities

Instruct students in field of expertise.
Plan course delivery, align content with other courses, and provide feedback on student work.
Advise students, hold office hours, and provide student support.
Assist with capstone projects or individual student projects as needed, engaging in project-based pedagogy when possible.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree in a related field (undergraduate instruction) or Ph.D. in a related field AND a minimum of 3 years working as a professional expert in the field (graduate instruction).

Preferred Qualifications

Terminal degree in Information Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, Library Science, Media Ecology, Game Media, Gaming Behavior, Game Design and Production, Game Development, or other related field.
Content expertise that aligns with enrollment needs.

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