"Adjunct - Data Science or Computer Science"

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title

Adjunct - Data Science or Computer Science

Division

Academic Affairs

Department/Office

Data Science

Position Summary Information

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St. Catherine University welcomes applications for an Adjunct Lecturer in Data Science/Computer Science starting Fall 2024.

Responsibilities include:

• Teaching: Deliver engaging and effective instruction in Data Science/Computer Science
• courses, including lectures, and lab components as applicable.
• Curriculum Development: Collaborate with faculty to develop and update course
• materials, syllabi, and assessments to ensure current and relevant content.
• Student Support: Provide academic support and mentorship to students, including
• office hours, advising, and guidance on projects and research.
• Assessment: Design and grade assignments, exams, and projects that accurately
• measure student learning and progress. Monitor and assess student-learning outcomes and
• provide timely and frequent feedback to students on academic performance. Monitor curriculum content and make recommendations as appropriate to maintain relevance.
• Professional Development: Stay current with developments in the field of Data
• Science/Computer Science to bring innovative and cutting-edge knowledge to the
• classroom.

St. Catherine University in St. Paul/Minneapolis, Minnesota, is a comprehensive Catholic university and home to one of the nation’s largest colleges for women, with associate and graduate programs for all genders. Founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1905, the University integrates liberal arts and professional education within the Catholic traditions of intellectual inquiry and social teaching. Committed to excellence and opportunity, St. Catherine enrolls students in certificate, associate, baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral programs in traditional day and evening/weekend/online formats.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: A Master’s degree or higher in Data Science, Computer Science, or aclosely related field.
• Experience: Demonstrated experience in teaching at the college or university level. Professional experience in the industry, particularly in machine learning, is highly desirable.
• Skills: Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Python, R), machine learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn), and data analysis tools. Knowledge of deep learning and artificial intelligence is a plus.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to
• convey complex concepts to students of varying levels of proficiency.
• Commitment: A commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning
• environment for all students.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Three (3) years of relevant teaching experience in higher education.
• Experience using industry-standard data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, R or
• similar platforms.
• Familiarity with data analysis and statistical methods.
• Experience designing and developing machine learning projects or applications.
• Commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching and learning environments.
• Experience working in a minority serving institution.

We seek creative, adaptable staff who enjoy working in a university climate that promotes cultural diversity, multicultural understanding, and cultural fluency. Consistent with the university’s commitment to women, diversity and social justice, preference will be given to candidates who manifest these themes in their experience and service.

EEO Statement

St. Catherine University is an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to inclusion reflects the central value of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet to “love of neighbor without distinction” and provides a learning and working environment that is enriched by the diversity of all our members. Individuals of religious, racial, ethnic, gender identity, nation of origin, or disability groups that have traditionally had less representation in higher education are encouraged to apply. Should you need an interview accommodation please contact us at hr@stkate.edu or 651-690-6565.

Application instructions for FACULTY

St. Catherine University

2004 Randolph Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55105

Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Workplace / Tobacco Free Workplace

Our university is a proud member of the Upper Midwest HERC and is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff and assisting dual career couples. For more information and to find other higher education jobs in the Upper Midwest region, visit: www.uppermidwestherc.org.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

20220268-FAC

Posting Start Date

07/17/2024

Application Deadline

08/05/2024

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * What is your highest level of completed education?

• Some high school
• High school diploma or GED
• Some college
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Some graduate school
• Master's degree
• ABD
• Professional degree (e.g., JD, MD)
• Doctoral degree

1. For any education beyond high school, please list the degree or certification and the area of focus. 
2. (Open Ended Question)
3. St. Kate’s is committed to making Inclusive Excellence a reality and has identified “Drive a Culture of Inclusive Excellence” as one of six priorities in the strategic plan. Give a brief, specific example of how you have promoted a culture that values diversity, equity and inclusion in your current or recent role(s). 
4. (Open Ended Question)
5. * Are you presently legally authorized to work in the United States for any U.S. employer? Please be aware that St. Catherine University is only able to consider candidates who are authorized to work in the United States. 

• Yes
• No

1. * St. Catherine University welcomes applications from candidates who are traditionally under-represented. We are happy to consider candidates who are currently in possession of a temporary work visa, however, please be aware that we do not offer employment visa sponsorship. Will you now or in the future require an employer to sponsor you for an employment-based visa/status in the U.S. (e.g. H-1B status)?

• Yes
• No
• Maybe

1. * Can you perform the essential functions of this position with or without accommodation?

• Yes
• No

1. How did you hear about this opportunity?

• St. Catherine University website
• St. Catherine University employee
• Academic Jobs
• American College Personnel Association (ACPA)
• Association of Catholic Colleges/Universities
• Association of Student Affairs at Catholic Colleges and Universities
• Chronicle of Higher Education
• College or University website
• Council of Independent Colleges
• DisabilityConnect.com
• Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
• DiversityConnect.com
• Facebook
• Google Jobs
• HigherEdJobs
• Higher Education Case Managers Association (HECMA)
• Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
• Hispanic Outlook on Education Magazine
• IMDiversity
• Indeed
• Inside Higher Ed
• Insight Into Diversity
• Latinos in Higher Ed
• LGBTConnect.com
• LGBTQ in Higher Education
• LinkedIn
• Minnesota College Professionals Association
• Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
• MinnesotaWorks.net/Minnesota Workforce Center
• Minority Jobs
• NAFSA: Association of International Educators
• National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities
• National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA)
• National Conference on Race and Ethnicity (NCORE)
• OutandEqual.com
• People of Color in Higher Education
• Pioneer Press
• Pollen Midwest
• Saint Paul Chamber of Commerce (SPACC)
• SimplyHired.com
• Star Tribune
• StudentAffairs.com
• Twin Cities Senior Student Affairs Officers listserv
• Twitter
• VeteransConnect.com
• Women in Higher Education
• ZipRecruiter
• Other

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume or Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter
3. References

Optional Documents