Lecturer - Computer Science (Colorado Springs)

Lecturer - Computer Science

College of Engineering & Applied Science

Engage. Educate. Empower. Join UCCS as a Lecturer!

Who We Are

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking Lecturers in Computer Science to join our team! UCCS offers a diverse and inclusive learning environment that fosters innovation, growth, and the holistic development of its students.

The Department of Computer Science at UCCS has excelled in preparing undergraduates for careers in the computing industry locally and nationally, by providing a wide variety of ABET-accredited classes of high quality. The department has over 500 majors across all the programs. We also offer several graduate level programs to suit the needs of full-time students as well as working individuals in the area.

Pay Range : Generally starting at $4,000-$5,500 per 3-credit hour course. Pay rate is dependent upon the type of courses taught (e.g. undergraduate, graduate, or cross-listed). Compensation is prorated based on course credit hours. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience, qualifications, and teaching assignments. This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

Work Location : Determined by course modality : On-campus (typically), online, or hybrid. Remote teaching opportunities may be available under certain conditions.

Summary

The College of Engineering & Applied Science at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) will establish and maintain a pool of Lecturers in Computer Science from which future appointments to temporary, non-tenure track positions will be made. Appointments are part-time (less than 50% time) and will be made semester-by-semester. The Computer Science Department offers BS, BA and BI degrees in Computer Science; BI degrees in Game Design and Development, and Cybersecurity; MS in Computer Science and ME in Cybersecurity; and PhD degrees in Computer Science and Cybersecurity.

This position will teach classes for the department of Computer Science. Classes may be on-campus, online, or hybrid. Examples of courses / subject area include the following :

• Programming in Java, C, C++, C#, Python
• Data Structures
• Unix
• Web Programming
• Computer Architecture
• Concepts of Programming Languages
• Databases
• Ethical Hacking
• Ethics in Computing
• Principles of Cybersecurity
• Assembly Language and Computer Organization

Essential Functions

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to :

Tentative Search Timeline

This is an evergreen Lecturer Pool for the Department of Computer Science at UCCS. Applications will be reviewed on a semester-by-semester basis as business needs arise.

Because this appointment is temporary in nature, you will not be eligible to receive all of the benefits normally provided to faculty under the standard University of Colorado benefits programs. You are not eligible to receive paid vacation leave, medical, or retirement benefits. However, you are eligible to accrue sick leave at 0.034 hours of sick leave per hour worked.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.

Qualifications

Special Instructions to Applicants : This Lecturer pool will remain active. Applications submitted by email or surface mail will not be considered. Please apply at cu.edu / cu-careers (job # : 36438). Official transcripts will be required upon hire. If you have technical difficulties with your application, please contact the CU Careers help desk at 303-860-4200 #5 or cucareershelp@cu.edu. Job related inquiries should be directed to the posting contact. The University of Colorado Colorado Springs will not sponsor work visas or permanent resident applications for this position.

Application Materials Required :

Cover Letter, Resume / CV, List of References

Application Materials Instructions :

Please identify the job specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. A current resume / CV. Must include date ranges and whether the position was full time or part time. 2. A cover letter that specifically describes (in detail) your professional work experience and how it relates to this position. 3. List of at least 3 professional references. When submitting the materials, check the Job Specific Attachments box next to each document in order for the search committee members to see your materials.