Instructor - Computer Science; Adjunct

Position: Instructor - Computer Science (Adjunct)
Department College of Arts, Sciences, and Technology Reports To Dean, College of Arts, Sciences, and Technology Appointment Fall 2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Classification Adjunct, Part-Time

Essential Functions

Teach INTC 4273 Computer Architecture for traditional undergraduate students at our main campus in Kirkland, WA.

Qualifications

The successful candidate:

* Holds a bachelor's (master's or doctorate preferred) degree in computer science, information technology, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.

* Evidences a demonstrated record of successful career experience in a computer science-related field.

* Demonstrates deep technical expertise in systems architecture, hardware design, and/or systems-level programming (e.g., firmware, RISC-V Instruction Set Architecture, or embedded systems).

* Shows aptitude for teaching college-level coursework.

* Possesses a deep, personal commitment to Jesus Christ and to the Spirit-filled life.

* Demonstrates a commitment to the integration of faith and learning.

* Establishes and maintains positive relationships with students, faculty, university staff, and the general constituency of the University.

Compensation

Based on highest applicable degree earned, the compensation range per credit is $1,281 - $1,449.

Application Requirements

To be considered as a candidate, the applicant must submit the following documents and information:

* Letter of interest.

* Curriculum vitae.

* A statement describing the candidate's personal Christian faith, practice, and current local church affiliation.

* Names, addresses, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references.

Contact Information

Dr. Clint Bryan, Dean, College of Arts and Sciences

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Search procedures will be closed, when a sufficient number of qualified applicants have been identified. Applicants are urged to provide sufficient information, so that the application file may be considered complete at the end of the search period.

Northwest University

Northwest University is a Christian coeducational undergraduate and graduate institution, related to the Assemblies of God, offering baccalaureate and master's, and doctoral level education. The sixty-acre campus is located in Kirkland, Washington, just ten miles from downtown Seattle. The campus is an ideal setting for study, recreation, and inspiration and is centrally located and convenient to industry, business, and commercial activities.

Mission Statement

We, the people of Northwest University, carry the call of God by continually building a learning community dedicated to spiritual vitality, academic excellence, and empowered engagement with human need.

In addition, all faculty members at Northwest University must subscribe to our Statement of Faith.

Accreditation

Northwest University is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (regional). The University is endorsed by the Commission on Christian Higher Education of the Assemblies of God and the Association of Christian Schools International. The University holds membership in the Council of Christian Colleges and Universities.

Northwest University's College of Business is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). The Buntain College of Nursing's baccalaureate degree is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. In addition, the College of Nursing has received approval from the Washington State Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission. The University is also approved by the Board of Education and Superintendent of Public Instruction of the State of Washington to prepare elementary and secondary education teachers and recommend for certification.

It is a member of the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education. Northwest University's doctoral program in counseling psychology is accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA).

The University is approved by the Federal and State Governments for student aid programs and for the training of international students. Selected programs of study are approved by a…