Hybrid Visiting Professor of Information Systems

Devry University•Decatur, GA

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

DeVry University is seeking industry professionals to teach undergraduate and graduate students in Information Systems. Courses meet once or twice a week for eight weeks and combine face-to-face interaction with technology, including online discussions and assignments. Faculty facilitate student learning in accordance with University requirements, develop syllabi and lesson plans, and use teaching techniques that support course and program objectives. Instructors participate in comprehensive faculty training and ongoing faculty development activities. The University does not guarantee a specific number of work hours or assignments; these may vary according to University needs and discretion. The position requires a doctorate in a relevant field, practical Information Systems experience, and full-stack development experience. Faculty are expected to demonstrate subject matter expertise and strong communication skills, and to pursue ongoing professional development in instructional technology, digital literacy, and responsible AI practices. Compensation depends on level, credit hours taught per eight-week session, and location.

Requirements

Doctorate degree in computer science, information science, information systems, or a related field.
Three to five years of practical experience in Information Systems.
Experience with full-stack development.
Domain-related certifications.
Applicants must upload unofficial graduate-level transcripts with their application.
Degrees must be awarded by an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, or by an international institution determined to hold equivalent accreditation.
Additional requirements driven by state licensing or accreditation considerations may apply.
Requisite subject matter expertise and outstanding communication skills.
Commitment to ongoing professional development in instructional technology, digital literacy, and responsible AI practices.

Nice To Haves

PCEP or equivalent industry certification.
CAIP or equivalent industry certification.
Experience with a DEV/SEC/OPS framework.
Programmatic and regional accreditation experience.
Industry society membership and engagement.

Responsibilities

Develop and provide students with an approved syllabus based on the local campus template, including terminal course objectives.
Organize, prepare, and regularly revise and update course materials.
Use appropriate online technologies and course-related software, including websites, email, and online discussions, to prepare and make courses accessible to students.
Model effective oral and written communication that engages students, provides clarity, and improves learning.
Set clear course expectations by publishing terminal objectives, assignment and examination dates, and evaluation-category weight distributions.
Ensure exam content and level correspond to course terminal objectives.
Prepare and grade exams consistently and fairly, and provide timely student feedback.
Integrate responsible use of AI technologies in the classroom to enhance teaching and learning outcomes.
Recognize, evaluate, and address appropriate and inappropriate student use of AI tools in academic work.
Complete other duties as assigned.
Participate in faculty training and ongoing faculty development activities.