Visiting Assistant Professor in Computer Information Systems
Fort Lewis College
Durango, United States of America
12 days ago
Role details
Contract type
Temporary contract Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours) Working hours
Regular working hours Languages
English Compensation
$ 72KJob location
Durango, United States of America
Tech stack
Web Accessibility
Artificial Intelligence
Computer Security
Information Systems
Computer Terminals
Desktop Computing
Web Development
Python
Network Architecture
Information Technology
Job description
This is a visiting faculty position for Computer Information Systems (CIS) in the Katz School of Business at Fort Lewis College. This position will consist of teaching up to eight classes in the Computer Information Systems area., * Teach up to four courses per semester in the Katz School of Business in the CIS area during Fall 2026 and Spring 2027.
- Potentially contribute to AI special topics assignments.
- Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities
- Maintains knowledge and awareness of digital accessibility including the American with Disabilities Act and Section 508.
- Produces and remediates digitally accessible materials in accordance with FLC standards.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- PhD/DBA in CIS or a related field. Candidates who are ABD with promise of degree completion within one academic year will be considered.
- Demonstrated teaching excellence in the field of CIS
Preferred Education, Specialized Skills and Experience:
- Ability to teach multiple CIS courses. In particular:
- Introduction to Information Systems
- Python Programming
- Network Infrastructure
- Systems Analysis and Design
- IT Security
- Web Development
- Database Management
- PhD/DBA from an AACSB accredited business school or PhD from an ABET accredited engineering school
- Knowledge and experience in AI is preferred as potential for AI work within the Katz School may be a possibility
- Work experience in the CIS Field
- Demonstrated record of scholarship
- Demonstrated success of working in a diverse environment
- Ability to teach other business classes as needed
Reports To / Supervisory Responsibility:
This position reports to the Associate Dean, Katz School of Business
Work Environment:
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that an employee can expect while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone, and printers, light traffic)
- Ability to work in a confined area (Classroom)
- Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time
Benefits & conditions
- Salary is $71,500, plus a comprehensive benefits package.
About the company
About Fort Lewis College:
On a sage-brushed mesa overlooking downtown Durango and the La Plata Mountains, Fort Lewis College is Southwest Colorado's premier public undergraduate research institution. With more than half of the 3,300 students identifying as people of color, FLC's academic programming and campus life thrive on nurturing safe, diverse spaces for intellectual exploration and helping people achieve their career goals. A Native American-serving, Non-Tribal Institution, FLC is committed to promoting economic development in neighboring tribal communities and connecting students with the education they need to be the change in the world they want to see. Degree programs span the arts, business, education, health sciences, humanities, and social and natural sciences. Coursework builds on the natural, cultural, and historical resources found around the Four Corners region. Students work closely with faculty on research projects with real-world implications. Like the mountain town it
resides in, FLC promotes a culture of work-life balance for students, faculty, and staff. Skyhawks enjoy unparalleled access to a healthy outdoor lifestyle thanks to 300 days of sunshine a year and more than 300 miles of hiking and biking trails in and around Durango
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