Part-Time Faculty - Computer Science, Academic Year 2026-2027

University of Maine System • Portland, ME

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About The Position

The University of Southern Maine’s Department of Computer Science is seeking
part-time instructor applicants for our 2026 – 2027 Academic Year. The Fall 2026
semester begins August 31, 2026.

We are seeking successful candidates who are able to teach both introductory and
upper-level Computer Sciences courses.  Instructors will be responsible for the
full delivery and grading of the course. Responsibilities include developing the
course, teaching, assessing student performance, and meeting with students as
needed. The instructor will be provided with the course learning objectives,
program competencies, and suggested topical outline and will be given a previous
course syllabus available for reference.

The University of Southern Maine’s Department of Computer Science
[https://usm.maine.edu/department-computer-science/] provides a solid and
complete computer science education built upon the foundation of mathematics,
science, and liberal arts. Undergraduate programs are broadly based, with
opportunities to specialize. We also offer cutting-edge technical electives
allowing our students to specialize in emerging computer science content areas.

Part-time faculty members are paid on a credit hour basis based on prior
teaching experience, as determined by the Part-Time Faculty Association of Maine
(PATFA), an affiliate of the national American Federation of Teachers (AFT)
union. To view the Credit Hour Rates for AY 2026, please refer to the PATFA
Contract
[https://www.maine.edu/human-resources/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2024/03/PATFA-2023-2026-CBA-accessible.docx]. 
Eligible part-time faculty members may elect certain benefits
[https://usm.maine.edu/campus-human-resource-services/wp-content/uploads/sites/235/2022/07/Single-Page-Benefits-PATFA.pdf]
provided by the University of Maine System.  In addition, The Center for
Academic Innovation [https://usmdl.org/] provides learning design consulting and
faculty development opportunities to help faculty to create engaging programs,
courses and lesson plans grounded in evidence-based best practices for every
modality. 

The University of Southern Maine [https://usm.maine.edu/] is a vibrant academic
community located in the greater Portland, Maine area, including campuses in
Portland, Gorham, Lewiston, and online. USM is part of the University of Maine
System and offers a comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate programs,
emphasizing hands-on learning, community engagement, and interdisciplinary
collaboration. With a highly engaged student-centered learning environment, USM
is a steward of higher education, helping drive the economic, cultural, and
civic life in the communities where our campuses are located and beyond.  USM is
committed to providing expanded access to high-quality education that elevates
economic opportunity and contributes significantly to the vitality of a diverse
society. To learn more about USM, visit About Our University
[https://usm.maine.edu/about-our-university/]. 

The University of Southern Maine fosters a welcoming and supportive campus
environment that respects and appreciates varied perspectives, enhancing
teaching, learning, personal growth, and overall institutional achievement.  We
welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our dedication
to academic excellence and the enrichment of our community.

We are dedicated to our Service Promise, Student Focused Every Day and seek a
team member who embraces this commitment and upholds our core values of Respect
& Care, Integrity, Equity, and Responsiveness.

Requirements

• An MS or PhD degree in Computer Science or related field.
• We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

Nice To Haves

• Prior teaching experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• developing the course
• teaching
• assessing student performance
• meeting with students as needed

Benefits

• Eligible part-time faculty members may elect certain benefits provided by the University of Maine System.
• The Center for Academic Innovation provides learning design consulting and faculty development opportunities to help faculty to create engaging programs, courses and lesson plans grounded in evidence-based best practices for every modality.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time