Adjunct Faculty Positions, Division of Computer Science Mathematics and Science

LESLEY H. AND WILLIAM L. COLLINS COLLEGE OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES

ADJUNCT FACULTY POSITIONS, DIVISION OF COMPUTER SCIENCE MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE

The Institution

St. John’s established in 1870, has three New York City campuses; international locations in Rome, Italy; Limerick, Ireland; and Paris, France; and study abroad locations around the world. The Princeton Review and other top rankings consistently recognize the University’s outstanding academics, diverse student body, dynamic internship and volunteer opportunities, focus on student life, and diverse study abroad offerings. St. John’s University offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in its six colleges and schools, with a growing number of programs offered online. The University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and 12 other major academic and professional associations.

Commitment to Inclusion

A dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is at the heart of our mission. As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St. John’s is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all members of our community. We will become an even stronger university as we enhance equity at every level of our institution. Our graduates will excel in the competencies and values required for leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world.

The College The Collins College of Professional Studies (CCPS) has the largest undergraduate student body within the University and serves close to 3600 students in 28 undergraduate and 10 graduate degree programs. For more information about CCPS, please visit http://www.stjohns.edu/ccps

 The Division The Division of Computer Science, Mathematics and Science delivers undergraduate programs in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Healthcare Informatics and Networking and graduate programs in Computer Science, Data Science and Cyber and Information Security. For more information about the Division, please visit https://www.stjohns.edu/resources/places/computer-science-mathematics-and-science

The division is seeking someone to teach courses in  person on the Queens Campus in computer science including Java Programming, Dat Structures, Operating Systems and Software Engineering.

Qualifications  

For all ranks, a master’s degree in the discipline or a related field is required. At the instructor level, relevant industry experience and college teaching experience is preferred. At the assistant professor level, relevant industry experience and college teaching experience is required. At the associate professor level, extensive relevant industry experience and college teaching experience is required, and an earned doctorate in a related field is preferred. At the full professor level, extensive relevant industry experience, extensive college teaching experience, and an earned doctorate in a related field is required.

Experience using Canvas or Blackboard learning management software (LMS) is preferred, as is experience delivering content remotely via Web Ex, Panopto, or Zoom. Candidates with little or no experience using LMS or remote meeting software must be willing to learn how to use these technologies as part of their pedagogy.

Responsibilities

 Adjunct faculty work under the direct supervision of the Division Chair. Once assigned a course or courses, they are expected to:

• Prepare and distribute to students a course outline in accordance with the course syllabus.
• Develop instructional materials (lectures, readings, assignments, exams, projects, etc.) that will achieve the learning outcomes as stated in the course syllabus.
• Evaluate student performance throughout the semester and provide periodic and constructive feedback to students in a reasonable amount of time.
• Be available to engage with students outside the classroom by email, phone, web conferencing, or face-to-face meetings.
• Evaluate student performance and post final grades for each student within the timeframe required by the Provost’s Office and be available for two weeks after the semester concludes to discuss final grades with students by email or phone.
• Promptly respond to requests for information before, during, and after the course as required by the Division Chair and the CCPS Dean’s Office.

 Application Process

Please submit your CV and letter of interest online. The Division Chairperson will reach out to you to schedule an interview. Please do not contact the Division Chairperson, Division Secretary, or the CCPS Deans Office regarding Adjunct faculty hiring.

St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. I understand that any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. John’s University of satisfactory references, verification of employment and education.

In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the hire-on rate is as follows: Instructor - $1,250.00, Assistant Professor - $1,350, Associate Professor - $1,450, Professor - $1,650.  St. John’s University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.