Data Science Instructor Pool UCLA Extension

overview

Position title : Instructor

Salary range : SEE POSTING Window

Open date : November 24 2025

Final date : Tuesday Jun 30 2026 at 11 : 59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

UCLA Extension is considered one of the top programs of its kind offering to more than 35000 students per year approximately 4500 classes and non-degree certificate programs to meet the professional development continuing education and personal enrichment needs of the full spectrum of nontraditional students as well as companies and organizations throughout and beyond the Los Angeles region.

Course / Program Description

UCLA Extension is considered one of the top institutions of its kind offering to more than 32000 students per year approximately 4500 classes and non-degree certificate programs to meet the professional development continuing education and personal enrichment needs of the full spectrum of nontraditional students as well as companies and organizations throughout and beyond the Los Angeles region.

The Engineering and Computer Science Academic Unit offers a wide variety of certificate programs and courses including post-baccalaureate credit-bearing (400-level) and continuing education (CEU) credit courses. Course disciplines span engineering computer science and technical management subject areas. UCLA Extension courses and certificate programs offer students the opportunity to learn from highly qualified practitioners who hold advanced degrees and are passionate about teaching and can impart knowledge within their field of expertise.

UCLA Extension is seeking experienced professionals to serve as Part-Time Instructors for courses within our Data Science and Data Engineering certificate programs. This role requires in-person instruction at our Westwood or Downtown Los Angeles (DTLA) campuses. We are looking for passionate subject matter experts who can translate complex real-world data challenges into an engaging and effective learning experience for adult students.

Job Description

The current opening is for our Data Science & Data Analytics courses. Qualified applicants possessing current knowledge and teaching experience in this area are encouraged to apply.

Applications to teach are accepted throughout the year to fill immediate program needs and to increase the depth of the instructor pool. We are looking for instructors to teach the following courses :

Data Science Fundamentals

Data Engineering

Big Data Management

Machine Learning System Design

Python Programming

Cloud Computing

Exploratory Data Analysis and Visualization

Data Modeling and Datastore Design

Data Pipeline Architecture

Instructor Duties :

The primary responsibilities of the instructor are to ensure a high-quality engaging and relevant educational experience for students.

Curriculum Development :

• Develop and / or update existing course syllabus in consultation with the UCLA Extension Program Director using the approved syllabus template.

Course Delivery & Preparation :

• Prepare course materials (e.g. lectures readings assignments) and learning assessments (quizzes projects) in the learning management system Canvas.
• Clearly communicate and teach the course objectives and the specific learning outcomes to students. Student Engagement & Support :
• For 100% online instructional mode hold once a week online office hours via Zoom for students to optionally participate to cover course-related topics and Q / A.
• Maintain weekly and preferably daily interaction with students discussion posts on Canvas to promote high engagement and collaboration for an optimum learning experience.
• Respond to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner. Assessment & Grading :
• Review students progress through the course and assign timely grading of all coursework.
• Enter final letter grades in the required portal at the end of each academic quarter.

General Employment Information

Employment as a UCLA Extension Instructor is dictated by contract terms and conditions. Please take the time to read the UCLA Extension Instructor Employment Policies

For information on UCLA Extension instructor benefits please visit Pay Benefits & Privileges.

Program : Resources : qualifications

Education : A minimum of a masters degree in Data Science Computer Science Statistics or a closely related quantitative field.

Experience : A minimum of 10 years of recent practical professional experience working as a Data Scientist Data Engineer or in a similar advanced analytics role.

Technical Expertise (Must be proficient in at least two areas) :

Data Science : Machine learning (e.g. Python / R scikit-learn TensorFlow PyTorch) statistical modeling and data visualization.

Data Engineering : Cloud data platforms (e.g. AWS Azure GCP) ETL / ELT pipeline design distributed processing (e.g. Spark Hadoop) and advanced SQL / NoSQL databases.

Teaching / Training : Prior teaching or training experience with adult learners in a corporate or academic setting is highly desirable.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

Curriculum Vitae / Resume - Your most recently updated Curriculum Vitae / Resume

Cover Letter

Reference requirements

References are requested from candidates after the interviewing stage and references are only contacted for finalists via SkillSurvey system.

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About UCLA

As a University employee you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and / or collective bargaining agreements as may be amended from time to time. Federal state or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability age protected veteran status or other protected status under state or federal law.

As a condition of employment the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

• Misconduct means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicants previous place of employment including but not limited to violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment sexual assault or other forms of harassment discrimination dishonesty or unethical conduct as defined by the employer.
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees Students and Third Parties
• APM - 035 : Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment

Job location

Los Angeles CA

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Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1