Part-Time Instructor : Data Analytics and Data Science

Position overview

Salary range : A reasonable estimate for this position is $2000 - $3600 and would also be based on the specific number of courses assigned and enrollment numbers.

Application Window

Open date : January 9, 2025

Most recent review date : Friday, Jan 24, 2025 at 11 : 59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date : Tuesday, Jan 6, 2026 at 11 : 59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

The Division of Continuing Education (DCE) is a self-supporting unit within the University of California. Funding is generated through fees collected from a diverse, complex, and ever-changing student population. Part-time instructor positions are on a course by course contracted basis. This is NOT a faculty position.

Online and On-campus teaching positions are available in the Data Analytics for Business and Data Science Programs. Most courses will be offered on campus in Irvine, CA. We are seeking qualified applicants possessing current knowledge and teaching experience in all aspects of Data Analytics and Data Science including : Defining Business Goals, Data Preparation, Predictive Modeling, Model Deployment / Refinement, Data Visualization (introductory and advanced), Big Data Analysis, and Data Engineering. Course Descriptions can be found on our website :

https : / / ce.uci.edu / areas / it / data_analytics /

https : / / ce.uci.edu / areas / it / data_science /

https : / / ce.uci.edu / areas / it / predictive_analytics /

Individuals hired to teach these courses must understand that all such agreements with the University are made on a course-by-course basis and that the Instructor will be made no guarantee of continual involvement with the University in any capacity.

Our curriculum is constantly updated and tailored to bring students the background, expertise, and business practices to remain competitive and advance their careers. Taught by qualified practitioners, our courses feature practical applications, underlying rationale, and current issues, all of which can be immediately utilized in and applied to our students' work environments.

Part-time, temporary assignments are assigned on an as-needed basis. This is an ONGOING recruitment. Teaching assignments could begin as early as Winter 2025 (February 2025).

Specific Instructor Duties

• Develop and / or update course syllabi in consultation with the UCI DCE Technology Programs Department as assigned and using approved syllabus template
• Prepare and deliver online and / or on-campus course materials and learning assessments in the assigned format
• Utilize the Canvas Learning Management System as the course support platform
• Communicate teaching objectives and specific learning outcomes to students, and clearly outline the grading policies for the course
• Evaluate student achievement of specific learning outcomes, and assign grades
• Post final student grades to the transcript system by set deadlines
• Respond to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner
• Handle student inquiries about final grades and consult with the Technology Programs Department as needed
• Stay current regarding the professional body of knowledge in the field of practice
• Participate in required orientations and complete mandatory training programs by deadlines established by UC Irvine
• Complete required administrative tasks in a timely manner including : completing all hiring paperwork; submitting updated quarterly syllabi; posting bio and photo on the UCI DCE website; signing quarterly contract; ordering required texts; communicating AV and classroom needs
• Employ culturally competent teaching methodologies in the classroom inclusive of both domestic and international student populations
• Allow students to review their final exams / papers / projects for up to 13 months following the last class session
• Use subject-matter expertise and leverage additional resources appropriately to enhance the curriculum (i.e. : make arrangements for guest speakers, etc.)
• Design interactive and motivational classroom activities to fully engage participants and to reinforce student learning
• Update materials periodically, and regularly monitor course evaluations in order to make adjustments and improvements to the curriculum

Qualifications

Basic

Additional

Preferred

Qualifications

Basic qualifications

required at time of application)

Application Requirements

Document requirements

Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

Cover Letter

Reference requirements

Apply link : https : / / recruit.ap.uci.edu / JPF09457

About UC Irvine

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC anti-discrimination policy .

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and / or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Job location

Irvine, Ca and Online