Faculty for MS in Data Science Program

University of the Cumberlands; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

University of the Cumberlands seeks a full-time faculty member for the MS in Data Science program to teach graduate courses online and/or in residency formats. The role emphasizes instructional excellence, curriculum development, and student mentorship.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD in Data Science, Data Analytics, Computer Science, or a related field with at least two years of online graduate-level teaching experience, and should have exposure to accreditation standards and program outcomes.

Qualifications

• PhD in Data Science, Data Analytics, Computer Science, or related field required with a minimum of 2 years of online teaching experience at the University Level (Graduate Level Courses)
• 8 graduate semester credit hours in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and/or Data Science.
• Preferably from an institution regionally accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate-level courses in the MS in Data Science programs (online and/or residency format, as assigned).
• Maintain instructional excellence aligned with course objectives, accreditation standards, and program outcomes
• Engage in curriculum development, assessment, and continuous program improvement
• Provide academic advising and mentorship to graduate students
• Participate in faculty meetings, program initiatives, and university service activities
• Collaborate with program leadership to support student success, retention, and professional preparation
• Perform other duties as determined by the Dean and Program Director
• Perform other responsibilities and abide by the appropriate policies and procedures contained in UC's Faculty Handbook.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Blackboard proficiency

Office & mobile apps

Statistics, Python, R, AI, NLP, DL

Education

PhD in Data Science/Analytics/CS or related field

8 graduate credit hours in AI/ML/DS

Regionally accredited institution preferred

Tools

Blackboard

Job description

Get Set for Cumberlands!

Join our team of student-focused individuals working together in order to encourage intellectual and spiritual growth, leadership and service.

The School of Computer and Information Sciences is currently seeking a full-time faculty member for the Master's in Science in Data Science (MSDS) program. This position supports the continued growth and academic excellence of the program and offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to graduate education in data science.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate-level course in the MS in Data Science programs (online and/or residency format, as assigned).
• Maintain instructional excellence aligned with course objectives, accreditation standards, and program outcomes
• Engage in curriculum development, assessment, and continuous program improvement
• Provide academic advising and mentorship to graduate students
• Participate in faculty meetings, program initiatives, and university service activities
• Collaborate with program leadership to support student success, retention, and professional preparation
• Perform other duties as determined by the Dean and Program Director
• Perform other responsibilities and abide by the appropriate policies and procedures contained in UC's Faculty Handbook.

Required Skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal and oral presentation/written communication skills.
• Proficiency in working effectively with Blackboard
• Proficiency with standard office and mobile applications
• Proficiency in any of the following topics: Statistics, Python Programming, R Programming, Artificial Intelligence, Natural Language Processing, and Deep Learning.

Required

• Doctoral/PhD Degree in Data Science, Data Analytics, Computer Science, or related field required with a minimum of 2 years of online teaching experience at the University Level (Graduate Level Courses)
• Preferably from an institution regionally accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
• 8 graduate semester credit hours in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and/or Data Science.

Recommended

• Data Science courses & certification from Microsoft, Google, IBM, and other similar Academic institutions.
• Documented work experience in the field of Data Science or related field.
• Candidate must be based in the US.

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