Part-Time Faculty: Health Informatics - Fall 2025

Quinnipiac University; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking dedicated part-time faculty for its MS Informatics program. This role offers a chance to teach in the Health Informatics track, contributing to a dynamic learning environment. Candidates will engage with students, develop course materials, and assess performance while fostering an inclusive atmosphere. The university prides itself on high-quality instruction and hands-on training, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about education and technology. Join a community committed to excellence and innovation in teaching, and help shape the future of health informatics.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Informatics or related field preferred.
• Prior teaching experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Cover up to 9 credits of courses per semester.
• Develop new course material and assess student performance.
• Hold regular office hours and engage students in learning.

Skills

Teaching Experience

Collaboration Skills

Engagement Techniques

Education

Master's degree in Informatics

Master's degree in Health Informatics

Master's degree in Data Science

Master's degree in Computer Science

Job description

Overview:

The School of Computing and Engineering at Quinnipiac University seeks highly qualified applicants who are committed to excellence in teaching for part-time faculty openings in the MS Informatics program for the Fall 2025 semester and beyond. The school is specifically looking to staff courses within the Health Informatics track and is looking to develop and maintain a pool of candidates as this program grows.

About the School/Program: The School of Computing and Engineering became the ninth school at Quinnipiac University on July 1, 2016 (then the School of Engineering). The school offers degrees in civil, industrial, mechanical and software engineering, cybersecurity, and computer science. Housed in the newly renovated Communications, Computing and Engineering building, the school features newly constructed and outfitted laboratories, and classrooms. Dedicated to providing a first-rate computing and engineering learning experience for our students, the school focuses on high-quality instruction, and offers hands-on training, applied learning opportunities and meaningful student-faculty relationships.

About Quinnipiac: Quinnipiac is a private, coeducational institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university enrolls 9,000 students in more than 130 degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Education, Computing and Engineering, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing and the College of Arts and Sciences. Quinnipiac is recognized by U.S. News & World Report and Princeton Review’s “The Best 388 Colleges.” The university is in the midst of program expansion and renewal for both traditional and adult learners, attraction of diverse communities, development of innovative corporate partnerships and construction of an ambitious set of capital projects. For more information, please visit qu.edu.

Responsibilities:

The current fall semester openings are for day or early evening on-ground sections (some flexibility regarding offering time and modality is possible) for INF 607 Introduction to Health Informatics. We are also interested in building a pool of part-time faculty who could support INF 622 Controlled Medical Terminology and/or INF 680 Foundations of Epidemiology & Public Health in future semesters.
Responsibilities for the position include:

• Covering up to 9 credits of courses per semester (12 credits may be possible under certain circumstances).
• Develop new course material.
• Presenting material to students in an engaging interactive environment.
• Assessing student performance as appropriate throughout the semester.
• Holding regular office hours (generally 1 hour a week per 3 credits taught).

Education Requirements:

• A minimum of a Master’s degree in Informatics, Health Informatics, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred, although consideration will be given to excellent candidates who possess practical experience or professional licensure.

Qualifications:

• While prior teaching experience is preferred, we also welcome applicants interested in adding teaching experience to their portfolio.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with individuals from varied backgrounds.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Quinnipiac University is considering only those applicants who have valid authorization to work in the United States. Quinnipiac University does not sponsor employment based visas for this position.

TO APPLY:

Applications must be submitted electronically and include a cover letter indicating your interest and qualification for the position along with your teaching availability in terms of days of the week and times for the semester, curriculum vitae or resume and the names and contact information for three references on the application form. Reference letters will only be required at the interview stage.

Consideration of candidates will begin immediately and may continue as long as teaching sections remain open.

Quinnipiac University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful community.