Part Time - Computer Science - Adjunct Instructor

Davita Inc.; Mount Vernon Gardens (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a part-time instructor in Computer Science at Penn State Abington, starting Fall 2025. The role involves teaching various college-level courses on a diverse campus, with a requirement for a Master's degree and demonstrated teaching excellence.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse students is essential.
• Preference for candidates with prior college-level teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach college-level courses in Computer Science including Compiler construction and object-oriented programming.
• Flexibility in course scheduling and delivery methods may be required.

Skills

Effective communication

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science or Data Science

Job description

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• CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
• If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Penn State Abington's Science and Engineering Division seeks an instructor in the area of Computer Science for a part-time appointment to begin Fall 2025.

Job Duties

• The successful candidate will teach one or more of the following college level courses in computer science: Compiler construction, formal languages with applications, object oriented programming with web-based applications in Java.
• The ideal candidate should be open to offering flexibility in course scheduling and methods of course delivery.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Applicants must have the ability to communicate effectively with an ethnically and culturally diverse student population.
• Candidates must have completed at least a Master's degree in either computer science or data science or a related field.
• Preference will also be given to candidates with demonstrated excellence in teaching at the college level.

The review process will begin immediately and continue until the vacancy is filled. Applicants should submit an electronic dossier including:

• A cover letter.
• A curriculum vitae.
• A list of courses taught at the college level.

Candidates should be prepared to provide the names, titles, and contact information (telephone, email, and mailing address) of three (3) professional references, if requested.

Penn State Abington is a thriving four-year college of The Pennsylvania State University and is conveniently located on a picturesque suburban campus near Philadelphia (a virtual tour can be found at www.youvisit.com/tour/abington?pl=v). Penn State Abington serves racially- and ethnically-diverse students, first-generation college students, students from a range of socio-economic backgrounds, and a significant international student population. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to helping all students succeed through engagement in and out of the classroom. For more information about the college, visit abington.psu.edu.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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