Computer Science - Part-Time Lecturer Pool

computer science - part-time lecturer pool

job no: 557773
work type: instructional faculty - temporary/lecturer
location: fullerton
categories: unit 3 - cfa - california faculty association, temporary, part time, faculty - computer science

department of computer science
part-time lecturer pool

position

the department of computer science at csu fullerton invites applications for its part-time lecturer pool.

we welcome applications from individuals who are passionate about teaching and student-centered to teach in the following subject areas:

• artificial intelligence and machine learning
• web or mobile application programming
• cybersecurity
• cloud computing
• high performance computing
• computer graphics
• computer networks
• machine intelligence
• bioinformatics
• programming languages and compilers
• algorithms
• operating systems
• software engineering

this is a pool of part-time lecturers for the department to draw on as necessary. Qualified applicants will be contacted when positions are available.

appointments from the part-time pool are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term. Applicants must be available on very short notice.

required qualifications

• ms degree in computer science or closely related field, or bs degree in computer science or closely related field with at least 5 years industry experience in computer science field, and demonstrable experience in the appropriate field.
• ideal candidates will be able to document their excellent academic preparation in computer science or closely related field along with current experience in industry
• proficiency in online teaching strategies
• candidates should have prior teaching experience at the university level
• candidates should demonstrate their ability to interact and work effectively with a wide and culturally diverse student population, including first-generation college students.

preferred qualifications

• a ph.d. In computer science or related field
• preference will be given to those with significant teaching experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment.
• preference will also be given to those with relevant work experience and those who bring professional capabilities

how to apply

a complete online application must be submitted in order to receive consideration. Please provide the following materials as it relates to your application requirements:

• letter of interest or cover letter explaining expertise and what courses you are competent to teach and/or interested in teaching
• curriculum vitae (cv)
• three letters of recommendation
• sample course syllabi (if applicable)
• undergraduate and graduate unofficial transcripts (official transcripts upon appointment)
• inclusive excellence statement (no more than 500 words)
  this statement provides the candidate's unique perspective on their past and present aspirations for promoting and engaging with a diverse student population. This statement aims to showcase the candidate's professional experience, intellectual commitments, and/or willingness to teach and create an academic environment supportive of all students.

applications will be reviewed as needed. Please direct all questions about the position to: dr. Doina bein, department chair at dbein.

appointment date and academic calendar

the need for part-time faculty is greatest in fall and spring semesters. The fall term begins in the late august and ends in mid-december; the spring term runs from the middle of january through the end of may. On rare occasions part-time faculty are needed during one of the summer session segments.

performance evaluation

regular performance evaluations of part-time lecturers are made by the department in accord with the faculty collective bargaining agreement and university policy statement 210.070. These performance evaluations determine which lecturers will be retained for future and continued teaching assignments. And in some instances, syllabi, assignments and reading material will be reviewed by the departmental personnel committee.

appointment and salary

all part-time faculty appointments are made as lecturers, under the terms of the collective bargaining agreement between the csu…