Assistant Lecturer​/Assistant Teaching Professor of Computer Science

The Indiana Academy for Science, Mathematics, and Humanities is a residential school for academically gifted high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors. The Indiana Academy is located on the campus of Ball State University. This is a full-time, 10-month (academic year) contract position, renewable based on satisfactory job performance. Anticipated assignments include three to four sections per semester of high school computer science courses, including AP, dual credit, and electives that align with Indiana Computer Science standards, in addition to Colloquium, student advising, or other service requirements.

Other computer science electives are possible. Student needs and teacher experience determine the final course load.

Indiana Academy faculty, ranked in the top 10 in the nation (2026  rankings) among public high school faculty, have the opportunity to create unique courses tailored to their areas of specialization. Faculty work together across disciplines to provide a one-of-a-kind education to Indiana's high-ability students that includes AP, dual-credit, and specialty courses.

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Teach 12 credit hours each in fall and spring semesters of AP, dual credit, and electives that align with Indiana Computer Science standards, in addition to Colloquium, student advising, or other service requirements. Computer science electives that match the candidate's specialty are possible. Student needs and teacher experience determine the final course load. Teach a colloquium course or be assigned a service duty each semester.

Holding approximately 10 office hours per week. Providing professional service through various Outreach programs of the Indiana Academy. Engaging in scholarly activity.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution in Computer Science, Computer Education, or a related field. Previous teaching experience at the secondary or undergraduate collegiate level.

Preferred Qualifications:

Doctoral degree from a regionally accredited institution in Computer Science or a related field. Significant previous teaching experience at the secondary or undergraduate collegiate level.

How to apply:

Please follow upload instructions and attach all required supporting application documents. Only applications submitted through Workday following this link: , which include all required documents listed below, will be considered.

Required Application Documents:

* Cover Letter

* Curriculum Vitae
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Optional Documents:

* Teaching Statement

* The option to upload your transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts from the issuing institution reflecting the highest degree earned are required at the time of hire (even if your degree is from Ball State University).

Final date to receive applications:
February 23, 2026, 12:01 am

At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's why we offer 12 paid sick days and 10 holidays a year. Plus, our paid parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's most significant moments. We offer affordable health and dental insurance, robust long-term disability and life insurance plans, as well a range of retirement benefits to provide financial security to you and your family.

These benefits ensure that you can focus on your work and personal growth without worrying about the unexpected.

When you work for us, you are family. And to show our support of your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. This offer is good from the very first day you start. It's just one way we do our part to uplift you.

Let's fly together toward a secure and prosperous tomorrow.

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