Adjunct Instructor, AI & Machine Learning

Lamar State College-Port Arthur; Port Acres (TX); On-site; USD 34,440 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

Lamar State College-Port Arthur seeks an Adjunct AI and Machine Learning Instructor for classroom and lab instruction covering AI topics. The position entails quality instruction and involvement in curriculum development.

Candidates must hold an Associate's degree in a relevant field and three years of industry experience. Strong communication and time management skills are essential for success in this role. This position requires a valid driver’s license and offers a dynamic teaching environment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in qualifying field such as Computer Science, Data Analytics or related.
• Three years of industry work experience required.
• Valid driver’s license necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality instruction in AI and Machine Learning.
• Maintain current knowledge in subject areas.
• Respond to students and staff in a timely manner.

Skills

Industry Certifications such as Google AI Essentials

Proficient in Microsoft Word

Communication skills

Time management skills

Education

Associate's degree in Computer Science/Data Analytics or related field

Bachelor's degree in a qualifying field

Tools

Blackboard or other computerized teaching systems

Job description

Lamar State College Port Arthur is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including and as it pertains to pregnancy and wages), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, and/or retaliation.

Please email the Human Resources department at [e-mail] or call 409-984-6560.

LSCPA’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is provided in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (20 USC § 1092(f), 34 CFR 668.46).

Job Summary

The Adjunct AI and Machine Learning Instructor has responsibilities that include, but are not limited to, classroom and lab instruction of all courses related to artificial intelligence and machine learning. Assigned classes may occur during the day, evening, and/or online with varying teaching locations including on-campus, dual enrollment, and Early College High School. This position reports to LSCPA’s Business and Industrial Technology Department.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Provide quality instruction
• Exhibit commitment and involvement in the development, implementation, and assessment of curriculum based on program, department and college goals and objectives
• Attend faculty meetings
• Maintain current knowledge, expertise, and safety in the subject areas of teaching responsibility along with broader higher education matters and trends
• Respond to students, faculty and staff in a timely and professional manner
• Comply with campus policies and procedures
• Other related duties, as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in qualifying field such as Computer Science/Data Analytics, Information Technology, Machine Learning, Software Engineering/Development, Robotics, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering
• Industry Certifications such as Google AI Essentials, AWS Certified Machine Learning – Specialty, AI Engineer (ARTiBA), Certified Artificial Intelligence Scientist (CAIS), DeepLearning.AI Specializations (Coursera), Microsoft AI Fundamentals
• Three (3) years of industry work experience
• Work independently in the classroom
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Possess great time management and communication skills
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a qualifying field
• Experience with Blackboard or other computerized teaching systems
• Teaching experience in higher education
• Teaching experience at a two-year college

Supplemental Information

Physical Requirements: Duties may include standing, walking, bending, reaching, and occasional lifting or moving of equipment or materials up to 25 pounds. Visual and auditory acuity are required to ensure effective instruction and safe supervision of students in classroom and field settings.

Lamar State College Port Arthur is an E-Verify Employer.

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Click here for the Security Sensitive Release Form located at the bottom of the page.