Adjunct/Affiliate Faculty- Computer Science and Data Analytics - College of at Colorado Christian University
Remote, Oregon, USA -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Sep, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Jun, 25

Experience

3 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Good communication skills

Industry

Education Management

Description

JOB SUMMARY

Colorado Christian University is currently looking for qualified instructors to become online affiliate faculty (course by course contract-based) for graduate and undergraduate courses in computer science and data analytics. Ideal candidates will have areas of research and education in CS in the following areas: operating systems and architecture, physical systems, machine learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence as well as data analytics. Regardless of specific discipline, the successful candidate(s) should also demonstrate an ability to contribute to a curriculum that includes application-oriented coursework grounded in foundational computer science principles. Specialties in cybersecurity will also be considered.
The University’s faculty is a group of experienced professionals who are able to integrate their evangelical Christian faith in the classroom and help disciple the next generation of Christian leaders.
College of Adult and Graduate Studies (CAGS) courses are offered in an accelerated format during evenings, on weekends, or in combination of the two. Courses are offered in a variety of durations, including five, seven, and ten weeks. Classes are taught using in-seat and online formats to a predominantly adult audience.

Responsibilities
  • Must follow all course policies and meet expectations according to established faculty guidelines, including timely grading of assignments, tests, papers, and final grade submission. Communicate with students in a timely manner. This includes: Contacting students using the Blackboard e-mail system before class starts to welcome them.
  • Using the Blackboard notification system to communicate with students and check it regularly to assist and support students. Participating in the course and in threaded discussions as appropriate. Returning assignments in a timely manner with meaningful and helpful critiques. Using the Blackboard Grade Center for all assignments and returning all graded assignments to maintain a permanent record of student work.
  • Commitment to the integration of Christian faith and learning.
  • Class preparation and continual course maintenance required. Course maintenance includes updating assignment due dates in the calendar function in Blackboard and providing a phone number and e-mail address to students.
  • Faculty have access to their Blackboard course one month before their course is scheduled to begin and are expected to take the time necessary to familiarize themselves with the course objectives, content, text, assignments and delivery format. Technology training is not provided, so faculty must be willing to watch videos provided by the university to learn how to use the learning management system.
  • Grades must be turned in a maximum of 14 days after the last day of class. (Note: final payment will not be made until grades have been turned in.)
  • Provide supplemental material that will enhance the class according to the experience and expertise of the faculty. Adhere to the course and course objectives for basic content.
  • Maintain established office hours (minimum of two hours per week) when contracted for a course and be available for individual student consultations (during evenings and weekends for CAGS students).
  • Participate in the faculty orientation program, bi-annual faculty meetings and other training & forums as required.
  • Communicate promptly with the Program Director, Dean, Regional Center Administrator, Director of Faculty Development, or other designated CAGS staff, if you face any difficulties. Report errors, deficiencies, misrepresentations and make suggestions for improvement in course content to the Program Director, Dean, or Director of Curriculum.
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