Lecturer - Computer Science at InsideHigherEd

About University at Albany:

Established in 1844 and designated a University Center of the State University of New York in 1962, the University at Albany's broad mission of excellence in undergraduate and graduate education, research and public service engages a diverse student body of approximately 17,000 students in nine schools and colleges across three campuses.

Located in Albany, New York, New York State's capital, the University is convenient to Boston, New York City and the Adirondacks.

Job Description:

The University at Albany invites applications for a full-time Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science to begin Fall 2026. This non-tenure track position focuses on undergraduate instruction, curriculum development, and student mentorship, with no research obligations. Positions are three-year, renewable, 10-month appointments, with the opportunity for additional teaching during summer terms.

The successful candidate will contribute to the growth of a dynamic computer science program that emphasizes hands-on experience, interdisciplinary learning, and career readiness. Lecturers are integral to the Department's teaching mission, which includes a dual degree program with Chongqing University of Posts and Telecommunications (CQUPT) in the beautiful Yangtze River Valley of China. Successful applicants will teach both at UAlbany and, every other semester, at CQUPT with additional compensation and all expenses covered. Courses at CQUPT will be from 6 to 12 weeks and will primarily be taught in person. All instruction in China will be in English and will include substantial TA support. A variety of courses must be covered including, but not limited to, introductory programming, data structures, software engineering, discrete mathematics, computer science systems, databases, and other core required CS courses. Professors of Practice and Lecturers are expected to commit to excellence in teaching and will need to constantly review and improve the pedagogy they use to engage and support student learning.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Teach a variety of undergraduate courses in computer science
• Develop and maintain instructional materials, including syllabi, assignments, and lab manuals
• Provide academic advising and career mentoring to undergraduate students
• Support continuous improvement efforts for curriculum and instruction (e.g., ABET assessment)
• Participate in department meetings, and service activities such as student recruitment, and outreach activities
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to promote an inclusive and student-centered learning environment

Functional and Supervisory Relationships:

• Reports to Dept Chair
• Supervises the following positions: none
• May supervise as assigned: Graduate and undergraduate students working as teaching assistants, lab supervisors, and graders

Job Requirements:

• Responsibilities are predominantly teaching with a standard load of 3 courses in the Spring semester and 3 in the Fall semester, combined with university and department-level service.
• Alternate semesters will be spent at ChongQing University of Posts and Telecommunications as part of our dual degree program.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• MS degree in Computer Science or related area from a college or University accredited by the US Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization
• Demonstrated teaching experience or strong potential for effective teaching at the undergraduate level
• Applicants must demonstrate an ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within our diverse campus community
• Applicants must demonstrate an ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging relative to their role

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD degree in Computer Science or related field from a college or University accredited by the US Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization
• Experience teaching lab-based or project-based courses
• Knowledge of ABET accreditation and assessment processes
• Experience in academic advising or student mentoring
• Prior experience in education abroad, especially in China is a plus

Working Environment:

• This position will require teaching in the program core both at UAlbany and, every second semester, at Chongqing with additional compensation and all expenses covered. Courses at Chongqing will be from 6 to 12 weeks.
• Faculty will be provided with personal office space
• Teaching will be scheduled across the different campus teaching facilities
• Class schedules may include courses offered after 5 pm on weekdays
• Online courses may be scheduled at the discretion of the department chair
• This position will require occasional evening and weekend work to support events and community activities
• Travel within New York State and beyond may be necessary

Additional Information:

Professional Rank and Salary Range: Lecturer, A0, Salary commensurate with experience

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, without exception, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University's crime statistics for the past three years; and disclosures regarding the University's current campus security policies. The University at Albany's Annual Security Report is available in portable document format [PDF] by clicking this link http://police.albany.edu/ASR.shtml

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at [email protected].

THE UNIVERSITY AT ALBANY IS AN EO/AA/IRCA/ADA EMPLOYER

Please apply online via http://albany.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=194593

Application Instructions:

Applicants MUST submit the following documents:

• CV
• Cover letter stating all the required minimum qualifications and any of the applicable preferred qualifications.
• Contact information for three references

Note: After submitting your CV, the subsequent pages give you instructions for uploading additional documents (i.e. cover letter etc.).

See the FAQ for using our online system. Please contact us if you need assistance applying through this website.

Returning Applicants - Login to your UAlbany Careers Account to check your completed application.

A review of applications will start on November, 21, 2025 and the search will remain open until the position is filled.