Instructor, Computer Science (half-time position)
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Summary:
The Computer Science Department at the University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) invites applications for a half-time non-tenure-track instructor position to begin January 2026. The UIS Computer Science Department offers innovative programs in computer science, information systems security, and data analytics. The department has been designated a National Center for Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education, and prides itself on its small class sizes and distinguished faculty dedicated to research and teaching. The position involves on-campus and online development and delivery of core and elective undergraduate Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, and Software Engineering courses, with a 2/2 teaching load. Candidates must hold an MS in computer science or a closely related field and have experience teaching core and elective, on-campus and online computer science and cybersecurity courses.
This is a half-time on-campus non-tenured academic appointment. UIS faculty are expected to be available and engaged in the university community to perform professional responsibilities as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates must hold an MS in computer science or a closely related field and have experience teaching core and elective, on-campus and online computer science and cybersecurity courses.
Application deadline: 8/26/2025
Salary - half-time position: $20,000 minimum
Application instructions: Click the “Apply Now” button at the top or bottom of the posting, create or update your profile, complete the online application, and upload current curriculum vita or resume and letter of application addressing your qualifications for the responsibilities of this position. Contact information for professional references will be requested later in the search process. Formal review of applications will begin soon after application deadline and continue until the position is filled or the search is terminated.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching: The position involves on-campus and online development and delivery of core and elective undergraduate Computer Science and Cybersecurity courses.

The University of Illinois offers a very competitive benefits portfolio. UIS employment in this role is not covered by Social Security, and instead, is covered by the State Universities Retirement System

• You do not pay Social Security taxes and your earnings will not be on your Social Security record. (Your record will, however, show your Medicare wages.)
• Your pension from the State Universities Retirement System may affect the amount of your:
• Social Security benefit and
• Social Security benefit as a spous