Adjunct Teaching - Information Systems - IS 590R: AI Applications in Business

Brigham Young University; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 64,000; Part time

Job summary

Brigham Young University seeks an adjunct instructor for Information Systems IS 590R: AI Applications in Business. The position runs with a January 4, 2027 start date and a November 19, 2026 closing date for applications.

Requires a Master’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field by start date. The role focuses on practical AI applications in business, AI architectures, problem framing, systems thinking, and evaluating AI-powered solutions, with labs and a year-long

Qualifications

• Master’s degree completed by start date.
• University-level teaching or training experience preferred.
• Ability to teach practical AI applications in business and guide AI-assisted ideation, prototyping, and coding.

Responsibilities

• Lead discussion-based class sessions and encourage attendance and engagement.
• Guide a semester-long team project and review peer-contribution summaries.
• Encourage AI use for ideation, prototyping, and coding.
• Uphold BYU Honor Code and academic integrity standards.
• Engage effectively with students in person and online.

Skills

AI in business applications

Class discussion facilitation

Student mentoring & assessment

Team project guidance

Academic integrity modeling

Education

Master's degree in Information Systems/Computer Science or related field

Job description

Job Title and Dates

Job Title: Adjunct Teaching - Information Systems - IS 590R: AI Applications in Business Close Date: November 19, 2026 *NOTE: Last day to apply is Wednesday, November 18, 2026, at 11:59pm (MT) Position Start Date: January 4, 2027

Required Degree: Master's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field, completed by the position start date.

Experience

• Must be able to do the following: Teach practical applications of AI in business, including business AI architectures, problem framing, systems thinking, and evaluation of AI-powered solutions. Guide students through AI-assisted ideation, prototyping, and coding in individual labs and an end-to-end team project. Facilitate discussion, develop students' communication and collaboration skills, and assess individual and team contributions. Model sound AI judgment, academic integrity, and transparent disclosure of AI use.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior teaching or training experience at the university or professional level.
• Experience applying AI to business problems and guiding collaborative projects with practical deliverables.

Duties/Expectations

• Lead discussion-based class sessions, encourage attendance and active engagement, and support students through course assignments and labs.
• Guide a semester-long team project and review short peer-contribution summaries; adjust individual credit for consistent under-contribution as appropriate.
• Encourage AI use for ideation, prototyping, and coding.
• Uphold the BYU Honor Code and academic integrity standards, and demonstrate commitment to the Information Systems program.
• Engage effectively with students in person and through online course communication.

Course Outcomes

• Identify high-quality business problems and apply systems thinking to understand their context and implications.
• Communicate with influence and collaborate across stakeholders.
• Understand AI architectures in business and exercise strong judgment when selecting and using AI tools.
• Integrate problem identification, communication, collaboration, and AI solution design into a meaningful end-to-end project.

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EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. The mission of Brigham Young University — founded, supported, and guided by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints — is to assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.

BYU employees must possess a commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the Aims of a BYU Education. That commitment is demonstrated through the following behaviors, attitudes, and expressions: intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among members of the BYU community commitment to seek and be led by the Holy Ghost in all aspects of university assignments student-centeredness above all other professional pursuits excellence in teaching, scholarship, mentoring, and citizenship commitment to a campus culture of unity, love, and belonging a pattern of exemplary conduct that combines spiritual values and personal integrity in conducting work in a professional manner consistent with the values espoused by the university and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints a pattern of public expression that faithfully promotes the mission and doctrines of the Church; is devoid of contradicting or opposing Church doctrines, policies, and general leaders; and refrains from expressions and behaviors that are dishonest, unchaste, profane, or disrespectful of others

BYU is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.