PhD Position in Computer Science
Colorado School of Mines
United States

The Department of Computer Science at the Colorado School of Mines invites applications for instructors for various courses, including: CSCI 101/102 Intro to Computer Science, CSCI 261 Programming Concepts, CSCI 262 Data Structures, CSCI 274 Intro to Linux, CSCI 341 Computer Organization.

Adjunct faculty are hired per semester. All the listed courses are taught in a coordinated setting which includes use of the common homework and exams, as well as a common course calendar and learning objectives. At a minimum, adjunct faculty participate in group grading for course exams and will perform other grading duties depending on the course. All course materials and student communications are managed using the learning management system Canvas. Questions regarding the positions can be directed to Dr. Wendy Fisher, CS Associate Department Head and Teaching Associate Professor, by emailing wfisher@mines.edu.

• Teach assigned classes as per course syllabus and schedule to meet the required contact hours.
• Employ relevant teaching strategies and foster a supportive learning environment that encourages student success.
• Assess student work and progress toward mastery of learning outcomes with timely feedback.
• Hold weekly office hours.
• Utilize the class technologies to help with course management, course delivery, and student communication including the LMS Canvas.
• Develop, assess, and improve course materials, assignments, and delivery (as necessary).
• Attend a weekly instructor meeting (as necessary).

• B.S. in Computer Science or related field
• Proven (or promise thereof) teaching ability with college-level engineering courses.
• Ability to work in a team and teach in a coordinated setting.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Colorado School of Mines is committed to equal opportunity for all persons.  Mines does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), ancestry, creed, marital status, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status or current military service. Further, Mines does not retaliate against community members for filing complaints regarding or implicating any of these protected statuses.

Mines’ commitment to nondiscrimination, affirmative action, equal opportunity and equal access is reflected in the administration of its policies, procedures, programs and activities and in its efforts to achieve a diverse student body and workforce.

Through its policies, procedures and resources, Mines complies with federal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executive orders and other legal requirements to prevent discrimination (including harassment or retaliation) within the Mines campus community and to address potential allegations of inequity or concerns for safety.

Starting at $7000 per course.

Mines takes into consideration a combination of candidate’s education, training and experience as well as the position’s scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required in the role, work location, and external market and internal value when determining a salary level for potential new employees.

Applicants will be asked to complete an online application (personal information, demographic information, references, veteran’s status) and upload a CV and a cover letter describing the candidate’s teaching experience, proven teaching ability, and qualifications including experience with the listed technologies. References will not be contacted until later in the selection process and the candidate will be informed before that contact is made. Candidates may be asked to give a sample lecture during the hiring process. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.