Adjunct Instructor in Computer Science

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School School of Science, Engineering and Health

Department

Department Dept of Computing, Mathematics and Physics (2025)

Discipline Computer Science

Level

Level Undergraduate

Time Status

Time Status Part-Time

Campus

Campus Main Campus (Grantham)

Position Description

Position Summary

The Department of Computing, Mathematics and Physics in the School of Science, Engineering and Health at Messiah University invites applications for a part-time/adjunct faculty position to teach one or more courses in computer science, including Programming for User Interaction ( CIS 281: fall, MWF 10-10:50 am), Introduction to Mobile Application Design ( CIS 315; spring, T-Th 10:30-11:45 am), and Interactive 3D Graphics ( CIS 487; spring, MWF 12-12:50 pm). Please indicate in the application which courses you are qualified to teach.

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate courses in introductory and advanced computer science on an as-needed basis; Create and maintain a course page in Canvas LMS structure; Design and grade assessments of student learning; respond to students in a timely manner via weekly office hours and/or email.

Courses meet face to face for 2.5-hours/week for 15 weeks either in three 50-minute lectures ( MWF ) or two 75-minute lectures (T-Th).

Qualifications

Master’s degree in a computing field or equivalent professional certification. Previous experience teaching at the university level is preferred. Candidates must evidence the potential for strong classroom teaching and positive student interaction and mentorship. Messiah University selects its educators for their Christian commitment as well as their proven teaching ability.

The Program

The department offers undergraduate computing majors in computer science, cybersecurity, data science, digital media and software development as well as minors in computer science, cybersecurity, data science, and web development.

The department’s cybersecurity program is recognized by the US Department of Defense as a Center of Academic Excellence in CyberDefense Education ( CAE – CDE ).

The Department

The Department of Computing, Mathematics and Physics employs 4 full-time CS faculty members, including one in cybersecurity education, 6 full-time faculty in mathematics/statistics, and 2 full-time physics faculty. The department serves a wide range of majors in CS, Cybersecurity, Mathematics, Actuarial Science, and Physics, in addition to providing service courses for other fields of study, primarily engineering. CS faculty pursue professional interests in cybersecurity, web development, database applications, computer simulations, programming and programming languages, and ethics of technology. The mission of the CS-Cybersecurity program is mentoring students and preparing them professionally, personally and spiritually for impact and community, a growth mindset, and a strong foundation in the processes and applied practices of Cybersecurity/CS. Core attributes we seek to instill in our students include a Christ-like character, competence in the discipline, preparation for lifelong learning, perseverance, and strong communication and relational skills.

The University

Messiah University is a Christian university of the liberal and applied arts and sciences and has a student body of over 2,500 undergraduate students including 20.0% under-represented and 2.4% international students from 21 countries and over 700 graduate students including 20.7% of students from under-represented populations.

The University is committed to an embracing evangelical spirit rooted in the Anabaptist, Pietist and Wesleyan traditions of the Christian Church. Our mission is to educate men and women toward maturity of intellect, character and Christian faith in preparation for lives of service, leadership and reconciliation in church and society. Messiah University is a teaching institution that emphasizes instruction but values research and public service. Strong support is given to faculty development in teaching and scholarship.

Diversity

Messiah University’s commitment to diversity and inclusive excellence draws inspiration from its mission “to educate men and women toward maturity of intellect, character and Christian faith in preparation for lives of service, leadership and reconciliation in church and society.” The university has pursued this vision through a strategic planning process that encourages diversity through employee and student composition, campus climate, and an educational program that seeks to equip and enable educators and students to embrace diversity. Candidates should clearly articulate why diversity and inclusive excellence matter to them as persons of faith as well as in their profession. Candidates will speak to how as a potential employee, they will contribute to the advancement of this vision through their teaching-learning, research, institutional service, and public engagement.

Starting Date for Position

Starting Date for Position Fall 2025

Compensation

Salary and rank commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Applications/Nominations

Application materials will be reviewed upon receipt and will be accepted until the position is filled. Please provide a current curriculum vitae or resume as well as a letter of interest that clearly explains how your Christian faith represents a strong fit with the mission of Messiah University, which is “to educate men and women toward maturity of intellect, character and Christian faith in preparation for lives of service, leadership and reconciliation in church and society.\”

Vitae Instructions to Applicants

Curriculum Vitae must include: (1) education, (2) previous employment history, (3) scholarly and professional accomplishments (e.g., papers, publication, recitals, showings), (4) membership in scholarly, professional, or honor societies, and (5) awards and honors received.

Applicants will submit the name and e-mail address for the number of referees listed below. Referees will receive an e-mail notifying them to upload a confidential letter via the provided URL .

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