Lecturer of Data Science

Working Title:

Lecturer of Data Science

Anticipated Hiring Range: $4K per credit (additional compensation for course customization or supervisory duties as needed).

Department:
Data Science and AI Academy

About the Department:
The Data Science and AI Academy is the first of several NC State Academies, which are true university‑wide efforts involving all 10 colleges. The Data Science and AI Academy’s goal is to network and catalyze data science across all three pillars of the university’s land‑grant mission: education, research and service to the state of North Carolina. At NC State, data science and AI are for everyone.

The Data Science and AI Academy offers 1-credit project-based courses and customized non‑credit courses on a variety of topics grounded in our ADAPT (All Campus Data Science Accessible Project-based Teaching and Learning) course model. We seek instructors from industry, government and academia who are excited about broadening participation in data science and welcoming learners from many disciplines.

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits:
As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well‑being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

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.

The DSA occasionally offers not‑for‑credit customized courses through the Data and AI at Work program. We also seek applicants to teach these professional, customized and continuing education courses.

For example course topics:
Introduction to R/Python for Data Science, Introduction to Data Visualization, Data Communication, Introduction to AI Ethics, Data Science for Social Good, Introduction to Data Science for Cybersecurity, Measuring Success, Data Wrangling and Web Scraping, Exploratory Data Analysis for Big Data, Data Internships Preparation for Social Impact, Predictive Analytics for Improving Services.

The for‑credit courses meet for 50 minutes once a week for a semester and can be delivered in person or online. Data and AI at Work (not‑for‑credit) courses have a customized schedule.

Appointments will be for one or two semesters with the possibility of renewal. Note that this position is only for teaching a few (often just
1) credits, not full‑time.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative approach to working with learners and colleagues.
• Teaching or facilitation skills suited to learners with varying levels of technical knowledge.
• Skill in translating technical concepts into practical, understandable applications relevant to learners’ work or academic goals.
• Experience developing and delivering engaging learning experiences using appropriate instructional methods and technology.
• Adaptability and responsiveness to different audiences, course formats, and learner needs.

Preferred Qualifications:

N/A

Required License(s) or Certification(s): N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required

Valid NC Driver's License required No

Commercial Driver's License required

Commercial Driver's License required No

Position Number: DSA
2024F-1

Position Type:
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)

Position Type:
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) .075

Mandatory Designation
- Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation
- Adverse Weather Non Mandatory
- Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation
- Emergency Events

Mandatory Designation
- Emergency Events Non Mandatory
- Emergency Event

Department
- Data Science and AI Academy

Job Open Date: 09/04/2026

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