Description

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The Physical Sciences Division of the University of Chicago is seeking
qualified applicants for the position of part-time Adjunct Professor
(open rank) to teach in the Masters Program in Computer Science (MPCS)
and/or the MS in Applied Data Science (MS-ADS).

The search is open with respect to subfield, but we encourage
applications from practitioners and educators in Machine Learning and
Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, and Computer Systems. More
specifically, the MPCS has specific programmatic needs in Generative AI,
Cloud Computing for Application Development, Databases, and Computer
Security; the MS-ADS program has specific programmatic needs in
Statistics and Machine Learning, Cloud Data Architecture for Data
Science and AI, and ML and LLM Ops for model implementation and
productionisation.

Selected candidates will be appointed as Adjunct Assistant Professor,
Adjunct Associate Professor, or Adjunct Professor, depending on
qualifications. Adjunct faculty are appointed to an initial one-year
term, with possibility of renewal to a three or five year term, and are
typically expected to teach at least one course per academic year.
Selected candidates will have a primary appointment in one program, with
an option to teach in other programs. The primary program and class(es)
that selected candidates will teach during their first term will be
determined as part of the interview process, and taking into
consideration the candidate’s background, qualifications, and
preferences.

This position is part-time and is not benefits eligible. Compensation is
paid on a per-course basis in the teaching quarter(s). Applicants must
currently be authorized to work in the U.S.

Courses are held for nine weeks during each academic quarter, with the
tenth week for a final project or exam. Instruction is expected to be
primarily in person, with some limited opportunities to offer remote or
hybrid courses. Courses can meet in the daytime (meeting 2-3 times a
week for a total of up to three hours) or in the evening (meeting once
per week for up to three hours). The exact day(s)/time(s) are determined
in consultation with the adjunct faculty member.

While university-level teaching experience is preferred, it is not
strictly required. Successful applicants without university-level
teaching experience will receive coaching and mentoring from more senior
instructors before and during a new hire’s first course.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • One of the following:

    • A doctorate in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related
      field at the time of appointment
    • A masters degree and 4 years of relevant professional
      experience.
    • A bachelor’s degree and 8 years of relevant professional
      experience.

**Preferred Qualifications:**

  • Teaching experience in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related
    field at the undergraduate or graduate level, as either an
    instructor of record or a teaching assistant.
  • Work experience in a computing-related industry.

**Application Instructions**

Applications must be submitted online through the University of Chicago
Jobs website: apply.interfolio.com/147661. Review of applications will
begin on July 10, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.

**The following materials are required:**

  • Cover letter detailing teaching experience and interests
  • Curriculum vitae
  • A list of three references, include name, title, employer/school and
    email address

**The following optional materials may be submitted:**

  • Sample syllabus for a class the applicant has taught before, or
    would be interested in teaching
  • Teaching evaluations from past teaching at the university level