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Title: Part-Time Faculty, Computer Science & Information Technology

Position Type: Part-Time Faculty

Search Type: External - minimum 7 days

Department: 21R000 - Science, Tech, Engineering & Math

Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Non-Driver

FLSA: Exempt

Schedule Type:  Part Time, No Benefits (less than 20 hrs per week)

Additional Schedule Details: Fall 2025

Contact Person: Kuang-Nan Chang

Job Summary/Basic Functions

The Eastern Kentucky University Department of Computer Science and Information Technology (CSIT) is accepting applications for part-time faculty to teach undergraduate courses, including our Cyber Systems Technology programs in a lecture with laboratory format related to Information Technology infrastructure, computer network hardware or software, cloud technology foundations, client/server systems. The successful candidate(s) will teach classes at the Richmond, KY campus.

A minimum of a Master's Degree is required in Technology, Technology Management, Cyber Systems, Computer Electronics, Engineering, Computer/Management Information Systems, or a related field, with at least 18 graduate credit hours earned in the discipline. Degree(s) must be from a regionally (SACS, Middle States, North Central, etc.) accredited and recognized institution.

The ideal candidate(s) bring their IT industry experience managing computer network infrastructure into our lab-based classroom and are eager to share their enthusiasm for IT by engaging students in hands-on laboratory activities and projects. IT certifications related to computer networking, cloud technologies, cyber security, wireless, virtualization, client-server technologies, network management, Linux and open-source systems, computer electronics from CompTIA or other organizations are desirable. The selected candidates are expected to demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills with undergraduate students and the university community.

Part-time faculty may teach up to nine credit hours, depending on departmental needs.

Applicants will be screened and contacted as departmental needs for part-time faculty arise. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at the time of application. Official transcripts are required at the time of the position offer and as a condition of employment.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: A minimum of a Master's Degree is required in Technology, Technology Management, Cyber Systems, Computer Electronics, Engineering, Computer/Management Information Systems, or a related field, with at least 18 graduate credit hours earned in the discipline. Degree(s) must be from a regionally (SACS, Middle States, North Central, etc.) accredited and recognized institution.

Preferred Qualifications:

IT certifications related to computer networking, cloud technologies, cyber security, wireless, virtualization, client-server technologies, network management, Linux and open-source systems, computer electronics from CompTIA or other organizations are desirable.

Job Duties:

• % - Teach courses as assigned at the times and in the locations necessary to meet the needs of EKU students - (Essential)

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Funding Source: Institutional

Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions: Applicant documents include:
• Cover Letter
• Vitae
• Copies of unofficial transcripts
• Copies of earned certifications
• Contact Information for 3 Professional References

EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.