Hybrid AI Professor: Practitioner-Focused Teaching

Clear Destination Inc.; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 8,400 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

DeVry University invites industry professionals to join as Visiting Professors to teach AI-related courses for undergraduate and graduate students in a blended learning environment in Phoenix. Courses run in 8‑week sessions with face-to-face and online discussions, and instructors develop syllabi and assessments aligned with campus requirements.

Faculty participate in comprehensive training and ongoing development, emphasizing responsible AI use and real-world applications in AI, ML, and data

Qualifications

• A doctorate in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, or a closely related field is required, with at least 18 graduate credit hours in artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, or a related computational discipline.
• Degrees must be awarded by an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, or by an international institution determined to hold equivalent accreditation.
• Three to five years of applied professional experience in artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, intelligent systems, or related computational technologies.
• Demonstrated experience with AI-enabled software development, which may include machine learning pipelines, generative AI tools, data modeling, or full-stack application development integrating AI services.
• Two to five years of teaching experience at the post-secondary level, preferably in artificial intelligence, data science, programming, or emerging technology disciplines.
• Industry-recognized certifications or professional credentials relevant to artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, or software development.
• Strong subject matter expertise in AI concepts and technologies, combined with effective communication skills and the ability to explain complex technical topics to diverse learners.
• Knowledge of ethical, responsible, and secure AI practices, including awareness of data governance, bias mitigation, and responsible AI deployment.
• Additional requirements driven by state licensing, institutional policy, or accreditation standards may apply.

Responsibilities

• Develops and provides students with an approved DeVry University syllabus that follows campus templates and course objectives.
• Organizes, prepares, and regularly revises and update all course materials.
• Uses appropriate online technologies and course-related software to prepare and deliver courses.
• Models effective oral and written communications that engage students and clarify material.
• Sets clear expectations for the course by publishing objectives, dates, and grade weightings.
• Ensures exams align with course objectives and grading is fair with timely feedback.
• Embraces and integrates responsible use of AI technologies in teaching outcomes.
• Demonstrates the ability to recognize, evaluate, and address appropriate and inappropriate student use of AI tools.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Skills

AI/ML/DS experience

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Education

Doctorate in AI/CS/DS/IS

18 graduate credit hours in AI/ML/DS

Tools

AI tools

Generative AI tools

Job description

DeVry University invites industry professionals to join as Visiting Professors to teach AI-related courses for undergraduate and graduate students in a blended learning environment in Phoenix. Courses run in 8‑week sessions with face-to-face and online discussions, and instructors develop syllabi and assessments aligned with campus requirements.

Faculty participate in comprehensive training and ongoing development, emphasizing responsible AI use and real-world applications in AI, ML, and data