Data Science Lecturer - Part-Time, Higher Ed Teaching

University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); Hybrid; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Virginia School of Data Science invites part-time instructors to teach undergraduate and graduate students in the 2026-27 academic year. Instruction may occur in a classroom or via distance education, with opportunities for curriculum development.

Required is a master’s or terminal degree in a data science–related field, with Ph.D. preferred but not required. Candidates should have experience and a strong commitment to teaching in higher education.

Qualifications

• Master’s or terminal degree in data science or related field.
• Ph.D. in data science-related field preferred but not required.
• Experience in and a strong commitment to teaching in higher education.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate students in the data science curriculum.
• Deliver instruction in classroom or distance education settings.
• Possibly contribute to curriculum development.

Skills

Teaching experience in higher ed

Education

Master's or terminal degree in data science

PhD in data science (preferred)

Job description

The University of Virginia School of Data Science invites part-time instructors to teach undergraduate and graduate students in the 2026-27 academic year. Instruction may occur in a classroom or via distance education, with opportunities for curriculum development.

Required is a master’s or terminal degree in a data science–related field, with Ph.D. preferred but not required. Candidates should have experience and a strong commitment to teaching in higher education.