Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Practical AI and Automation

Position: Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Practical AI and Intelligent Automation - Up to 5 positions to be filled
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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Position Information

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Position Title Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Practical AI and Intelligent Automation - Up to 5 positions to be filled

Requisition F Rank Lecturer-Pool FLSA status Exempt Hiring Salary

Commensurate with education and experience.

Position Category Position Type Part-Time Non-Tenure Track College Polytechnic College Department Polytechnic College Open Date 09/23/2025 Quicklink

Refer Applicants To

Contact Name Stephen Mujeye Title

Computer Information Systems & Security Program Director

Contact Phone  Contact Email sxm
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Position Details

Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job

Our Practical AI & Intelligent Automation program equips students with the applied skills needed to harness artificial intelligence, data analytics, and automation technologies in real-world settings. Through project-based learning and industry tools, students gain hands-on experience deploying solutions that solve modern business and technical problems.

We are accepting general applications from professionals across the AI and automation landscape.

Teach online courses in our accelerated Practical AI & Intelligent Automation program. Your instruction will guide students in developing practical solutions using modern AI platforms and automation tools, preparing them for workforce-ready roles in AI implementation and data-driven decision-making.

Essential Job Functions:

Teaches courses in applied AI, machine learning, automation, and data analytics using industry tools such as OpenAI, Hugging Face, Power BI, and UI Path. Designs labs and assignments involving chatbot development, model deployment, workflow automation, and business intelligence visualization. Provides timely, constructive feedback and mentorship to help students build AI portfolios and demonstrate career-ready competencies. Maintains updated syllabi and instructional materials aligned with evolving AI industry standards and ethical AI practices.

Contributes to curriculum development, assessment, and institutional training related to ethical automation, responsible AI, and applied data science. Assess student performance using a variety of evaluation tools and communicates progress promptly, providing constructive feedback to guide improvement. Maintains professional and collegial relationships with students, colleagues, and community stakeholders, contributing to a positive and inclusive learning environment. Participates in departmental meetings, curriculum development, assessment activities, professional development workshops, and institutional trainings.

Performs other duties as assigned, which may include collaboration on program enhancement, advisory committee engagement, or coordination of instructional resources.

This is a part-time online position.

Key Responsibilities:

Delivers engaging, hands-on instruction. Develops syllabi, lesson plans, and assignments aligned with program objectives. Provides constructive feedback and support to students. Stays current with trends, technology, and industry standards. Collaborates with other faculty to enhance curriculum and student outcomes.

Educational Requirements for the Position

Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field. Work experience may also be considered.

Experience Required for the Position

Strong commitment to the mission of Sam Poly. Proficiency in applying machine learning and natural language processing using platforms like OpenAI and Hugging Face. Familiarity with data visualization and reporting tools, especially Power BI.

Experience with robotic process automation (RPA) tools such as UI Path. Ability to explain core AI concepts such as supervised/unsupervised learning, prompt engineering, and model evaluation. Strong communication and technical instruction skills with a focus on hands-on,…