"Part-time and Limited Term Faculty Positions in the School of Data Science and Analytics"

Part-time and Limited Term Faculty Positions in the School of Data Science and Analytics

Job ID: 287209

Location: Kennesaw, Georgia; Marietta, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Part Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

For more than 60 years, Kennesaw State University has been known for its entrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State is located just north of Atlanta and combines a suburban setting on two metro-Atlanta campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. As one of Georgia's largest universities, Kennesaw State offers undergraduate and graduate degrees, including a growing number of doctoral programs to over 46,000 students. Our high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and across the globe. A member of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2) committed to becoming a world-class academic institution positioned to broaden its academic and research missions and expand its scope on a local, regional, and national level.

Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. As part of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State exemplifies the power and promise of a student-centered, research-driven university. In addition, Kennesaw State supports the University of Georgia's core values of accountability, excellence, integrity, and respect. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Kennesaw State is launching a new strategic plan in 2024-2025. For more information, visit https://www.kennesaw.edu/.

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Department Information

The School of Data Science and Analytics (SDSA) is recognized for its interdisciplinary education and research, offering a full spectrum of programs from undergraduate to PhD levels. With faculty leading pioneering research that drives innovation in data science, analytics, and applied statistics, SDSA addresses critical business and societal challenges through robust internal and external partnerships. Our unique combination of academic excellence and applied real-world experience equips students with both the technical and interpersonal skills necessary to thrive in today's data-driven world, making SDSA a hub for impactful education and cooperative problem-solving.

Job Summary

Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for a pool of open rank, part-time and limited term faculty positions in the School of Data Science and Analytics for the academic year 2025-2026. These positions are on an as needed, semester-by-semester basis. Rank is determined at the time of hiring and will be commensurate with credentials. These positions are for work to be performed in the state of Georgia.

Responsibilities

• Teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Statistics, Data Science, Analytics, and related areas.
• Advising students

Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines.

Required Qualifications

To teach undergraduate courses:

• A minimum of a Master's degree, or the foreign equivalent, in Statistics, Analytics, Data Science, Data Engineering, Biostatistics, or a closely related discipline is required at the time of hire.

To teach graduate courses:

• A terminal/Doctorate degree, or the foreign equivalent, in Statistics, Analytics, Data Science, Data Engineering, Biostatistics, or a related discipline is required at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional experience working in a data related field
• Familiarity with Python, R, and/or SAS
• Experience teaching online or hybrid courses
• Record of past teaching at a secondary or postsecondary level
• Post-doctoral research experience

Required Documents to Attach

1. CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)
4. Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Contact Information

For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Dr. Sherry Ni, sni@kennesaw.edu or 470-578-2251.