Details
Posted: 24-May-22
Location: Bloomington, Indiana
Salary: Open
Location: Bloomington
Department: IU Bloomington Informatics
Position Announcement:
The Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering at Indiana University-Bloomington invites applications for multiple non-tenure track lecturer positions in the Informatics Department. The start date for the positions is August 1, 2022 (negotiable). Informatics aims to teach students to critically examine technologies from multiple viewpoints (social, technical, etc.), find ways to solve problems using technology, and be able to effectively utilize different technologies to implement solutions (e.g., programming, prototyping, etc.).
We are particularly interested in candidates who can teach our core courses in any of the following areas: security, introductory programming (Python), database development, web design, application development, mobile development, human-centered computing and human-computer interaction, virtual and augmented reality, data science, or social and organizational informatics or project management related to those areas.
In addition to course responsibilities, lecturers also supervise associate instructors and undergraduate teaching assistants assigned to their classes, develop laboratory material, grade, and perform other duties as assigned. Service is an important component of all faculty positions.
Lecturers at Indiana University are valued members of the faculty and are expected to support the teaching mission of the Luddy School through excellence in pedagogical practice, service to the school and academic programs, and inquiry into the advancement of pedagogy in computing or other professional development. After successfully completing a probationary period, lecturers are eligible for long-term contracts and promotion to Senior Lecturer rank. Senior Lecturers become eligible for promotion to Teaching Professor.
We seek candidates prepared to contribute to our commitment to diversity and inclusion in higher education. The strongest candidates can demonstrate their experience in teaching or working with diverse student populations.
Indiana University provides a comprehensive benefits program for full-time appointed employees. Coverage of core benefit plans, such as basic life insurance and a base retirement plan, is entirely paid by the University. Indiana University also contributes a substantial amount to elective health care plan enrollment. For more information visit
https://hr.iu.edu/benefits/neweeo/prof-index.htmlThe Luddy School (https://luddy.indiana.edu/) is the first school of its kind and among the largest in the country. Its mission is to excel and lead in research, education, and outreach spanning and integrating the breadth of computing, IT and modern engineering. It includes over 140 faculty and 2800 students.
Bloomington is a culturally thriving college town with a moderate cost of living and the amenities for an active lifestyle.
IU is renowned for its top-ranked music school, high-performance computing and networking facilities, and performing and fine arts.
Basic Qualifications:
Candidates should possess a Master's of Science (MS) or higher degree in Informatics, Computer Science, Information Science, or a related discipline, or equivalent tested experience and mastery in industry, and should be able to demonstrate a record of teaching excellence and enthusiasm.
Department Contact for Questions:
OAA #: 22205-08
Appointment Status: Non-Tenure Track
