Temporary Data and AI Instructor

Position Overview

The Data Science and AI Academy (DSA) is NC State’s first Academy, a university‑wide effort uniting all 10 colleges to promote data science across education, research, and service. The Academy offers 1‑credit project‑based courses and customized non‑credit courses grounded in the ADAPT model (All Campus Data Science Accessible Project‑Based Teaching and Learning). Instructors are drawn from industry, government, and academia and work to broaden participation among learners from many disciplines.

Instructors will join a professional teaching community that meets twice monthly to discuss data science teaching, research, and practice. Courses such as Data at Work and AI at Work are developed in partnership with clients, feature minimal lecturing, and address real‑world problems and challenges, enabling learners to engage in relevant practice and projects.

Appointment
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Temporary, part‑time, contract‑based teaching. Opportunities for renewal exist, and the position is only for teaching on a temporary and part‑time basis.

• Develop and teach customized, active, hands‑on, project‑based non‑credit courses in Data Science and AI.
• Collaborate with clients to design curriculum that addresses real‑world problems, tasks, and challenges.
• Participate in a professional teaching community that meets twice monthly to share best practices and research.
• Organize and facilitate coursework and projects aligned with client and university learning goals.

• Hands‑On Introduction to AI and Machine Learning
• Exploration of AI Uses in Human Resources
• Data at Work for Extension Agents
• Data Science Bootcamp for Incoming Graduate Students
• Advanced Excel and Power BI for government employees

• Master’s degree in a relevant field (data science, computing, analytics, or related discipline).
• Excellent strong communication and interpersonal skills with a sense of collaboration.
• Experience designing and delivering project‑based, active‑learning courses is preferred.

• Health Insurance for Temporary Employees
• Enhance your career with LEAD courses
• Attend non‑revenue generating sporting events for free
• Childcare discounts
• Wellness & Recreation membership and wellness programs

Disclaimer:
Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part‑Time or Full‑Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

• Work Schedule:
  
  Varies depending on course.
• Valid NC Driver's License:
  No.
• Commercial Driver's License:
  No.

Job Open Date: 10/01/2024. Anticipated hiring range is commensurate with education and experience.

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability‑related accommodations are welcome to contact 919‑513‑0574.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515‑2135 or workatncstate
. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E‑Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.