Adjunct Instructor of Computer Science

Title of Position: Adjunct Instructor of Computer Science

Department: Natural and Quantitative Sciences

Reports to Supervisor: Chair, Department of Natural and Quantitative Sciences

FLSA: Exempt

 Holy Cross College’s Mission: The Mission of Holy Cross College is to educate and form global citizens with the competence to see and the courage to act. Holy Cross is a Catholic college that advances the apostolic mission of the Brothers of Holy Cross. Our practical, experiential, liberal arts curriculum applies timeless truths to contemporary life and leads people to wholeness in the image of Christ.

Central to our mission is an encompassing commitment to uphold the legacy of the Brothers of Holy Cross and the charism, mission, values and traditions of the Congregation of Holy Cross. Embracing this mission, we strive to live out the following aspects of our shared vocation. First, all members of our Holy Cross College Community are called to be educators in the faith, directing our efforts to the educational approach first developed by Blessed Fr. Basil Moreau, which underscores the formation of the mind and heart, for the Holy Cross College community.  We desire to be a community that supports one another in developing excellence in our area of specialty and wholeness in our human dignity through relationships of collegiality and collaboration. As a community, we are stewards of the charism of the Congregation “to renew the Christian faith, to regenerate society and bring about better times.” At the College, your role and responsibilities are witness to how we seek to join our gifts together and build a community that honors every person’s contribution to this shared mission, the common good of the College, and the well-being of our students.

Our hiring practices reflect this missional commitment to being a Christ-centered institution.

All administrators, faculty and staff are called to assist students in their formation to be Christ-like students and thus must embrace and advance the Holy Cross mission of the College in all professional activities.

Typical Schedule: This is a part-time faculty position to begin Spring 2027.

Purpose: The Adjunct Instructor of Computer Science is a part-time position in the Department of Natural and Quantitative Sciences. Responsibilities include teaching up to 9 credit hours of undergraduate Computer Science per semester. As with all Holy Cross College personnel, faculty members share the responsibility of enhancing the Catholic, Holy Cross learning experience for all students.

Essential Job Duties:

• Teach courses in support of the B.S. in Computer Science, including data science, computer science theory and application, and programming in various languages. Must be able to teach a range of undergraduate CS courses, including introductory courses to non-majors and upper level major courses. Expertise in different topics is desirable including: Web Development, Software Engineering, System Operations, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning
• Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field is required.
• Other responsibilities as may be assigned to meet the needs of the Department, and College.

Minimum Education, Skills, and Ability:

• Master’s in Computer Science, or a related discipline required.
• Previous college teaching experience preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse student population.
• Positive work experience in a Catholic college environment preferred.

 NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, and physical demands required of personnel so classified. Holy Cross College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications and are made without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, or any other legally protected status. Interested candidates should submit cover letter, curriculum vitae, and three references (names and contact information) at Holy Cross College Career Opportunities.