Part-time Lecturer, Information Sciences and Informatics (Continuous Posting)

Part-time Lecturer, Information Sciences and Informatics (Continuous Posting)

About University at Albany:

Established in 1844 and designated a University Center of the State University of New York in 1962, the University at Albany's broad mission of excellence in undergraduate and graduate education, research and public service engages a diverse student body of more than 17,900 students in nine schools and colleges across three campuses.

Located in Albany, New York, New York State's capital, the University is convenient to Boston, New York City and the Adirondacks.


Job Description:

The Department of Information Sciences and Technology within the College of Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security and Cybersecurity (CEHC) is seeking applicants for the position of part-time lecturer/adjunct professor in the fields of Information Science and Informatics.

The mission of the CEHC is to bring together people, technology and knowledge to address the challenges of the 21st century. We accomplish this through high quality academic programs, an interdisciplinary and entrepreneurial spirit, enthusiasm for learning and teaching, the operational application of knowledge, and cutting-edge research initiatives. CEHC is committed to ensuring that our learning, living, and working environments demonstrate respect for all and are free from inequality and discrimination.

As the first college of its kind in the nation, CEHC has seen its undergraduate academic programs grow rapidly and is projected to grow further as it expands undergraduate and graduate academic programs in Informatics, Information Science, Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security, and Cybersecurity. The University at Albany and the State of New York are committed to seeing CEHC become a global leader in education and research in these fields and are providing significant support to the establishment and planned growth of the unit.

The Department of Information Sciences and Technology offers a wide range of courses covering a variety of topics including general technology, game design, social science research methods, interactive user experience, software development, social media, data analytics, information technology, society and technology, library services, archives, and information management. Successful applicants will receive teaching assignments based on course availability and the candidate's expertise.


Requirements:

Minimum Requirements :

A master's degree in an Information Science, Informatics, technology, or related discipline from a college or university accredited by a U.S. Department or an internationally recognized accrediting organization is required;

OR

A Bachelor's degree in an Information Science, Informatics, technology, or related discipline from a college or university accredited by a U.S. Department or an internationally recognized accrediting organization degree in applicable fields (or closely related disciplines) AND significant industry experience.

Applicants must address in their application their ability to work with culturally diverse populations. Please indicate if you are available to teach in person or online.

Preferred qualifications :

A doctoral (Ph.D.) degree in an Information Science, Informatics, technology, or related discipline from a college or university accredited by a U.S. Department or an internationally recognized accrediting organization.

Prior teaching experience.

Significant Industry experience.


Additional Information:

Professional Rank and Salary Range: Lecturer, Part-Time

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, without exception, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University's crime statistics for the past three years; and disclosures regarding the University's current campus security policies. The University at Albany's Annual Security Report is available in portable document format [PDF] by clicking this link http://police.albany.edu/ASR.shtml

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov .

THE UNIVERSITY AT ALBANY IS AN EO/AA/IRCA/ADA EMPLOYER

Please apply online via http://albany.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=145345


Application Instructions:

Applicants MUST submit the following documents:

• Resume/CV
• Cover letter stating all the required minimum qualifications and any of the applicable preferred qualifications.
• Contact information for three references

Note: After submitting your CV, the subsequent pages give you instructions for uploading additional documents (i.e. cover letter etc.).

See the FAQ for using our online system. Please contact us if you need assistance applying through this website.

Returning Applicants - Login to your UAlbany Careers Account to check your completed application.

This is a continuous posting and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.