Part -Time Faculty (Temporary) in Computing and Information Science

University of Maine; Orono (ME); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Maine is seeking part-time temporary faculty members for fall 2026 and/or spring 2027 in the School of Computing and Information Science. Candidates are expected to have a Master’s degree in a relevant field and possibly at least two years of college teaching experience. Responsibilities include syllabus development, lesson planning, and teaching in person on campus. Interested candidates should apply with a cover letter and resume.

Qualifications

• At least two years’ college teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Syllabus development aligned with departmental expectations.
• Lesson planning, assignment design, and grading.
• Conducting office hours and correspondence with students.

Education

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Spatial Informatics, Digital Media, or a closely related field

Academic preparation adequate for the courses to be taught

Job description

Job Description

In the School of Computing and Information Science, one or more courses may be offered to part‑time, temporary faculty members in fall 2026 and/or spring 2027. Courses available include introductory programming, time‑based media, computing foundations, cybersecurity, GIS, and graduate electives.

Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: syllabus development aligned with departmental expectations, lesson planning, assignment design, grading, office hours, correspondence with students, use of an online learning management system or other instructional software, course coordination meetings with other faculty members, and required orientation and training. Positions require teaching in person on campus.

Part‑time temporary faculty members may be rehired in subsequent semesters based on course availability, schedule, funding, and performance. Continuation is subject to the terms of the PATFA bargaining agreement and other applicable university policies.

Qualifications

Required

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Spatial Informatics, Digital Media, or a closely related field.
• Academic preparation adequate for the courses to be taught.

Preferred

• At least two years’ college teaching experience.

Other Information

To be considered for this position you will need to apply and upload the documentation listed below:

1) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position
2) a resume or curriculum vitae

Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references.

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

Review of applications will be ongoing to meet the needs of the Fall 2026 and/or Spring 2027 semesters.

For questions about the search, please contact school director Penny Rheingans.

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Maine System is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

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