Faculty Position- MS in Data Science

Position

The School of Computer and Information Sciences is currently seeking a full‑time faculty member for the Master’s in Science in Data Science (MSDS) program. The position supports the continued growth and academic excellence of the program and offers the opportunity to contribute to graduate education in healthcare leadership and administration.

• Teach graduate‑level courses in the MS in Data Science program (online and/or residency format, as assigned).
• Maintain instructional excellence aligned with course objectives, accreditation standards, and program outcomes.
• Engage in curriculum development, assessment, and continuous program improvement.
• Provide academic advising and mentorship to graduate students.
• Participate in faculty meetings, program initiatives, and university service activities.
• Collaborate with program leadership to support student success, retention, and professional preparation.
• Perform other duties as determined by the Dean and Program Director.
• Perform other responsibilities and abide by the appropriate policies and procedures contained in UC’s Faculty Handbook.

• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and oral presentation/written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Blackboard and standard office/mobility applications.
• Proficiency with topics:
  Statistics, Python programming, R programming, Artificial Intelligence, Natural Language Processing, and Deep Learning.

• Doctoral/PhD degree in Data Science, Data Analytics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of online teaching experience at the university level (graduate courses).
• Minimum of 18 graduate semester credit hours in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and/or Data Science.
• Institution regionally accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
• Must be based in the United States.

• Data Science courses and certifications from Microsoft, Google, IBM, and other academic institutions.
• Documented work experience in the field of Data Science or a related field.

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