Academic/Faculty, Computer/Information Sciences, Online/Distance, Other - Academic/Faculty
Required Education:
Master’s
Application Instructions:
For consideration please submit a CV and a statement of teaching philosophy. These documents must be submitted together as one document through the resume upload field.
Role and Responsibilities:
University of the Sciences in Philadelphia is seeking part-time adjuncts in the area of Data Science and Analytics for the 2020 - 2021 academic year. Adjuncts will facilitate Data Science and Analytics courses online/asynchronously to Undergraduate Students in the USciences Online division. We are interested in innovative teaching approaches that complement the existing strengths of the University and contribute to the excellence of the learning experience and academic community.
We are currently hiring adjunct instructors for 100% online, flexible programs and six term starts per year. Each term is eight weeks. Pay per Course: $2,200.00 (undergraduate level). Below is the schedule for the remainder of 2020 and for all of 2021:
Fall A 2020
August 31 - October 23
Fall B 2020
October 26 - December 18
Spring A 2021
January 11 – March 5
Spring B 2021
March 8 – April 30
Summer A 2021
May 3 – June 25
Summer B 2021
June 28 – August 20
Fall A 2021
August 30 – October 22
Fall B 2021
October 25 – December 17
This posting will remain active indefinitely to develop a pool of qualified applicants.
Courses Available:
Data Science and Analytics Introduction I
Data Science and Analytics Introduction II
Calculus
Programming in R
Visualization Strategies for Data Analytics
Techniques for Business Data Analytics
Introduction to Database Design
Introduction to Algorithms and Data Structures
Methods of Regression Analysis
Fundamentals of Experiment Design and Analysis
Data Mining
Data Governance
Advanced Statistics/Statistical Modeling
Modeling and Predictive Analysis
Data Science and Analytics Capstone
Introduction to Epidemiology
Essentials of Biostatistics
Use of Big Data
Programming SAS for Data Analysis
Multivariate Analysis
Introduction to Categorical Data Analysis
Programming with Python
Introduction to Survival Analysis
Applied Mathematical Modeling
Forecasting with Time Series Data
Introduction to Stochastic Modeling
Applied Numerical Analysis
Applications in Information Security
Artificial Intelligence
Advanced SAS Programming
Statistical Methods for Clinical Trials
Introduction to Machine Learning
Additional Expectations:
Facilitate course via approved course plan/syllabus provided by USciences Online
Adhere to all policies and expectations detailed in the USciences Online Adjunct Faculty Guide
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
Master’s Degree in Data Science, Analytics, MBA or other-related field
Subject matter expert in field with direct work experience
Minimum 2-3 years of previous asynchronous, online teaching experience at the undergraduate level
Comfortable with all aspects of online environment
Flexible schedule to accommodate students in different time zones
Active, ongoing engagement with all students to support learning
1-week turnaround for grading online assignments
24-hour turnaround for e-mails and responses to discussion board posts
One-on-one consultations with students
Willingness/availability to participate in ongoing online faculty development
Adherence to ADA requirements for students with disabilities
The finalist will be required to successfully pass a background check.
The specific statements in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They are typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the job.
Preferred Qualifications:
Doctoral degree in Data Science, Analytics, or related field with previous work experience in the field of Data Science and Analytics
Internal Number: R556
About University of the Sciences
The University/College: University of the Sciences is located in the University City district of Philadelphia. This diverse area is home to two major research universities, an academic healthcare system, and world renowned Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and a Veterans Administration hospital. These provide a rich variety of clinical and research opportunities for students and faculty. The campus is minutes from the culturally vibrant city center of Philadelphia. University of the Sciences is internationally recognized for its unique range of life science and health science majors within the University.
