Lecturer​/Senior Lecturer of Computer Science

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer of Computer Science AD-1701-03/05

Department of Computer Science

Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey, CA

The Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) is accepting applications for a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science (non‑tenure term, full‑time seasonal). We are especially interested in candidates with recent strong CS teaching experience in one or more of these areas: AI, data science, cybersecurity, cyber operations, and networking. Experience with student mentoring or research publication is desirable.

NPS is located close to the technology hubs of the San Francisco Bay Area and is very well connected in the US Navy and U.S. defense agencies. Our students consist primarily of U.S. and international military officers seeking master’s or PhD degrees, U.S. civilians entering the Cyber Corps who already have bachelor’s degrees.

We primarily seek applicants with recent (past 5 years) teaching experience across one or more of the topic areas mentioned above; applicants with recent (past 5 years) in‑depth experience across one or more of the topic areas mentioned above and a track record of academic publication are also considered.

We seek to fill the positions as soon as possible and will begin reviewing applications on a rolling basis on June 15, 2026. In your application package, include your CV, names of three references and a teaching statement that details your teaching interests and experience. Discuss in the cover letter why you are interested in this position. The appointment will be made at the Lecturer or Senior Lecturer level, depending upon the candidate’s experience.

• All levels:
  Must have a graduate degree in computer science or a related field and currently hold or be eligible for a U.S. Secret clearance.
• AD‑03:
  Evidence of teaching aptitude.
• AD‑05:
  Broad experience (typically 6 years) as a faculty member in an accredited institution of higher education; evidence of excellent teaching; and a reputation for expertise in the discipline in the DoD.

Forward the application package to Dr. Geoff Xie, Search Committee Chair: xie

Veterans Preference:
If you are entitled to veterans' preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume. Your veterans' preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to the excepted service; however, the Department of Defense considers veterans' preference eligibility a positive factor for hiring.

Applicants eligible for veterans' preference must include that information in their cover letter or resume and attach supporting documentation such as a DD‑214 or a VA Letter.

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Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Naval Postgraduate School is an equal opportunity employer. For additional information about NPS, please refer to the website at http://.