University of Maryland-posted 1 day ago
Full-time
College Park, MD
5,001-10,000 employees

The College of Information at the University of Maryland, College Park (INFO), invites applications for full-time, professional track (PTK) lecturers who are committed to excellence in teaching, innovation in pedagogy, and supporting a diverse, multidisciplinary student community. We seek candidates whose expertise strengthens our undergraduate and graduate programs and contributes to the College’s mission of educating the next generation of information, technology, and design leaders. We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in any of the following: Computer networking fundamentals, to include such topics as (among others): Cloud infrastructure, virtualization, and distributed systems Physical computing and embedded systems Internet of Things (IoT) architecture, security, deployment, and analytics Hands-on prototyping, fabrication, and systems integration Applied lab-based instruction bridging hardware, software, and connected devices Information design, to include such topics as (among others): Visual and graphic design principles Data visualization and data-driven communication Interaction design, interface design, and novel HCI approaches Information organization and architecture Product design and iterative prototyping User experience (UX) research and design strategy Data storytelling, multimedia storytelling, and narrative-driven design Studio-based, experiential, or portfolio-centered teaching approaches Cybersecurity, to include such topics as (among others): Network and systems security Identity, trust, and access management Security policy, governance, and regulatory frameworks Human-computer interaction and usable security Ethical, social, and societal implications of cybersecurity Computing, to include such topics as (among others): Artificial Intelligence applications Introductory programming and computational thinking Object-oriented programming and software engineering Database design, data modeling, and data-centric application development Client-side web development and front-end frameworks Full stack development, API design, and cloud-integrated applications Experiential learning, to include such topics as (among others): Delivering existing hands-on, practice-based courses, and designing new courses in this area, as needed Supervising internships, capstones, and client-based projects Creating inclusive learning environments and applying evidence-based pedagogy Developing interdisciplinary, cross-cutting learning experiences for INFO students While these areas of expertise and courses are of particular interest, candidates with expertise and interest in any related areas are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will teach a variety of topics, with an expectation of three courses per semester (fall and spring). They will also engage with external stakeholders, participate in shared governance within the university and participate actively in the life of the College.

  • Teach a variety of topics, with an expectation of three courses per semester (fall and spring)
  • Engage with external stakeholders
  • Participate in shared governance within the university
  • Participate actively in the life of the College
  • Masters degree in information science, computer science, library science, or another related area
  • Experience teaching or training in relevant fields
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Doctoral or terminal degree in information science, computer science, library science, or another related field
  • Prior teaching or training experience in higher education
  • Professional experience related to the College’s academic programs
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