Faculty of Practice, Data Science

Job Title Faculty of Practice, Data Science Rank Recruiting at Multiple Levels Tenure Information Non-Tenure Track Summary

The Department of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Data Science (MCDS) at John Carroll University invites applications for a Faculty of Practice (open rank, non-tenure-track) position in Data Science. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of our growing Data Science and Analytics program and serve as a vital link between our students and industry. We welcome applicants from a broad range of data science specialty areas.

Faculty rank and salary will be commensurate with experience and academic credentials. Full consideration will be given to applications that are complete by January 26, 2026, although applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The anticipated hire start date is August 2026.

In addition to teaching a variety of undergraduate courses, the successful candidate will play a critical leadership role in the development and growth of our Data Science and Analytics curriculum and student outcomes. They will also collaborate with the Career Center to help establish industry partnerships and serve as a mentor to students pursuing careers in data science and analytics. Service to the department and university is also a key component of this position.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS, COMPUTER SCIENCE, AND DATA SCIENCE

John Carroll University has a well-established culture of fostering interdisciplinary research with an emphasis on social justice, service to the common good, and human health. The department and the university have strong ties with world-renowned organizations in the Cleveland area in healthcare, manufacturing, and finance, and a commitment to supporting faculty research and professional development.

The MCDS Department is a dynamic and collaborative department at John Carroll University that is central to the University's strategic plan for interdisciplinary growth. It is home to innovative programs in Mathematics, Computer Science, and the rapidly expanding field of Data Science. Building off of an existing Data Science major, the visionary new, high-impact Data Science and Analytics major features a core curriculum housed in MCDS and offers specialized concentrations across multiple disciplines (including Business, Healthcare, Sports Analytics, and Data Science & Statistics).

This structure is designed to equip our students with market-relevant expertise and a competitive edge, with a required internship component ensuring practical, real-world experience.

We offer a supportive environment that values industry engagement, innovative teaching, and collaborative program building. You'll be joining a dedicated faculty committed to student success and the continued evolution of our technical and analytical programs. The university offers teaching support through the Office of Teaching Innovation and Enrichment.

Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will play a critical leadership role in the development and growth of our Data Science and Analytics curriculum and student outcomes, including:

* Teach a variety of undergraduate courses. Potential courses include data mining, big data and cloud computing, or agentic development.

* Assist with crafting and implementing a vision for the Data Science and Analytics program, guiding its strategic direction and evolution.

* Keep up to date on trends in Data Science & Machine Learning, given traditional DS techniques are being handled by AI (e.g. exploratory data analysis, outlier detection, etc.).

* Collaborate with the Career Center to help establish industry partnerships, serving as a key industry liaison to facilitate internships and career opportunities for students.

* Mentor and advise students pursuing careers in data science and analytics.

* Contribute to departmental and university service, including participating in cross-university data initiatives.

Required Qualifications

* A Master's degree in a related field.

* Experience communicating findings effectively in the professional world.

* Interest and enthusiasm in working with undergraduate students in a liberal arts environment.

* Familiarity with strong pedagogical practices, including active learning approaches.

Preferred Qualifications

* Prior teaching experience as an instructor of record at the undergraduate level.

* Industry experience in data science or an adjacent analytical field.

* Evidence of effective teaching, training, or mentoring at the college level or in professional settings.

Normal Work Location, Hours and Conditions

This position teaches in person from our campus in University Heights, Ohio. University core business hours are generally 8:30 am - 5 pm. However, this position may require work to be performed outside of normal business hours based on department operations.

About John Carroll University

John Carroll University is a private, coeducational, Jesuit Catholic university, founded in 1886, dedicated to developing…