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Gonzaga University
Adjunct Instructor, Computer Science
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What they do
A Science Teacher teaches in the natural science fields for elementary to secondary school students. Most science courses taught prior to high school are general, with specialization occurring later in high school. Teachers may teach specialized courses in physics, biology or chemistry. Other topics taught include physical science, computer science, astronomy, and geology.
$73,173 / year median in Washington
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Title:
Adjunct Instructor, Computer Science Area:
School of Engineering & Applied Science Department:
Computer Science Telework Availability:
On-campus Position Employee Classification:
Adjunct Appointment Percentage:
50 Months per year: 4.5 (Faculty Only)Salary Range:
The budgeted annual salary that the University reasonably expects to offer for this position is $2,020 per credit for undergraduate lectures, $2,102 per credit for graduate lectures.Review Date:
August 13, 2026 Is this position eligible for relocation reimbursement?: No Is this position eligible for a signing bonus?: No At this time, the University has suspended all new H1B visa sponsorships.Job Purpose:
The School of Engineering and Applied Science at Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington, invites applications for its Adjunct Faculty Pool within the Computer Science department. We welcome applicants with backgrounds in Computer Science who can contribute to our vibrant and growing student-centered program. Successful candidates will have the enthusiasm, classroom/lab presence, and skills to engage students and should be committed to pursuing excellence in teaching and promoting an inclusive learning environment. Candidates will be fully responsible for course or lab planning with existing course materials, delivering class sessions, collecting and grading assignments or lab reports, submitting grades, and being available to students for office hours for one hour per week per course (or more if needed). Gonzaga University is committed to building an intellectually vibrant and culturally inclusive community for our students, faculty, and staff. Teaching assignments could include lectures or labs in the Computer Science undergraduate program, Cybersecurity undergraduate program, or Data Science undergraduate or graduate program.- This is a pool for the department to draw on as necessary.
Essential Functions:
Prepare, plan, and teach assigned labs or courses- (Essential) Hold office hours (amount determined in consultation with Department Chair)
- (Essential) Create and grade assignments or lab reports, including submitting grades according to established deadlines
- (Essential)
Minimum Qualifications:
Master's degree in computer science or related disciplines (or a Bachelor's degree with professional experience equivalent to a Master's degree).Preferred Qualifications:
Prior teaching experience at the university level. Demonstrated ability/potential to provide quality educational experiences to a diverse student population.Educational Requirement:
Master's Degree Physical & On-Campus Requirements:
In-Office Presence- Ability to work on-site in typical office setting and participate in in-person meetings with colleagues: 5 days/week Standing/Sitting
- Ability to remain in a stationary position for a prolonged period: Daily (>75% of time) Walking
- Ability to move about on foot to accomplish tasks: Daily (>75% of time) Lifting/Carrying
- Ability to move or transport objects up to a specified weight: Often (50
- 75% of time) Attention to Detail
- Ability to focus on detailed tasks for extended periods: Daily (>75% of time) Problem-Solving
- Ability to identify and resolve issues effectively: Daily (>75% of time)