Part Time Lecturer-Computer Science

San Jose State University; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 61,458 - 115,472; Full time

Job summary

A public university in California is seeking a faculty member to teach Computer Science courses. The role demands a commitment to equity and inclusion, strong teaching capabilities, and a relevant graduate degree. Responsibilities include organizing classes in the Canvas LMS and ensuring a diverse student body is supported. Compensation varies from $5,507 to $10,347 per month based on qualifications. Applications are accepted through May 22.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years teaching experience required.
• Strong commitment to teaching and diverse student needs.
• Ability to teach in late afternoon and evening hours.

Responsibilities

• Teach 15 weighted teaching units each semester.
• Organize classes within the Canvas LMS.
• Ensure classes meet as scheduled.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Proficiency in written and oral English

Commitment to equity and inclusion

Sensitivity to multicultural education

Education

MSc or Ph.D. in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Department Summary

The Department of Computer Science provides high‑quality graduates to the technology industry. It offers Bachelor's degree programs in Computer Science, Data Science, and Computer Science and Linguistics (jointly with the Dept. of Linguistics and Language Development or LLD). It also offers Master's degree programs in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Data Science (jointly with the Dept. of Math/Stat), and Computational Linguistics (jointly with LLD, expected to begin in Fall 2024). Faculty members are excellent educators with practical and research expertise in machine learning, data science, artificial intelligence, information security, mobile networking, social networks, bioinformatics, etc. The department enjoys rich interaction and collaboration with Silicon Valley and has received a Best Practice Implementation Grant from the Center for Inclusive Computing to increase the representation of women and under‑represented minorities in undergraduate computing.

Successful candidates will demonstrate evidence of a commitment to equity and inclusion through their research, teaching, and/or service. Applicants should include a Diversity Statement with their application package.

Brief Description of Duties

• Teach an equivalent of 15 weighted teaching units (WTUs) each semester (a full‑time position) through teaching courses (most are 3 WTUs) and administrative/service duties.
• Demonstrate awareness of and address the needs of a highly diverse student population—age, abilities, cultural background, ethnicity, religion, economic background, primary language, sexual orientation, gender identity, and academic preparation—through inclusive course materials, teaching strategies, and advisement.
• Organize all classes within the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS).
• Ensure all classes meet as scheduled throughout the semester or term in the assigned format (in‑person, synchronous, or hybrid).

Required Qualifications

• L‑A: MSc in computer science or a closely related field with a minimum of two years of teaching experience.
• L‑B: MSc in computer science or a closely related field with a minimum of five years of professional experience—including teaching—or Ph.D. in computer science or a closely related field.
• L‑C: MSc in computer science or a closely related field with a minimum of nine years of professional experience—including teaching—or Ph.D. in computer science or a closely related field with a minimum of five years of professional experience—including teaching.
• Strong commitment and potential for teaching excellence; broad knowledge of computer science or data science; demonstrated proficiency in written and oral English.
• Ability to teach on the SJSU campus in late afternoon and evening hours as needed.
• Awareness of and sensitivity to the educational goals of a multicultural population, gained through cross‑cultural study, training, teaching, or comparable experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in computer science or a closely related field.
• Teaching experience at SJSU or similar institutes.

Compensation

Compensation and salary range placement are determined by qualifications and experience as per University Policy S21‑2.

• L‑A / Range 2 – $5,507 – $5,959 per month
• L‑B / Range 3 – $6,221 – $7,481 per month
• L‑C / Range 4 – $6,825 – $9,431 per month
• L‑D / Range 5 – $8,593 – $10,347 per month

Range salaries above are anticipated monthly rates for full‑time faculty; part‑time rates are prorated. There are six monthly payments per semester.

Application Procedure

Applicants should submit a Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, Diversity Statement, list of at least three references with contact information, list of CS Department courses you are qualified to teach with evidence of qualification, and student evaluations related to teaching experience (if available).

Applications are accepted through May 22 and the posting will be closed when filled or when the position is no longer open.

Employment Conditions

Faculty employees must complete CSU employee training as required for their role (preventing discrimination and harassment, gender equity and Title IX, health and safety, etc.).

Faculty in this position will be subject to ongoing review for designation as a Campus Security Authority, and may need to complete related training.

Employment is conditional upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information.

Equal Employment Statement

San Jose State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of Age, Ancestry, Caste, Color, Disability, Ethnicity, Gender, Gender Expression, Gender Identity, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Military Status, Nationality, Race, Religion, Religious Creed, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Sex Stereotype, and Veteran Status. Reasonable accommodations are made for applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose.