Adjunct Instructor, Computing, Mathematics and Physics

The department seeks qualified adjunct instructors to teach undergraduate courses in Information Assurance and Digital Forensics. Courses emphasize applied cybersecurity concepts, risk management frameworks, incident response, forensic investigation methods, and hands-on technical learning aligned with current industry practices.

Employed on a per-load-unit basis for a given semester or term. Sole contracted responsibilities are those activities required in the delivery of a course (e.g., mentoring/coaching, preparation, teaching, grading, office hours). In some instances, there may be some contracted responsibilities for advising, course development or meeting other departmental needs.

Teach undergraduate classes on an as-needed basis. Create and maintain a course page in Canvas LMS structure; design and grade assessments of student learning; respond to students in a timely manner via weekly office hours and/or email. Courses typically meet face to face for 2.5-hours/week for 15 weeks either in three 50-minute lectures (MWF) or two 75-minute lectures.

Scheduling may be adjustable, but typically occurs between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Responsibilities

specific to the class or lab taught will be communicated on an individual basis. Advanced degree or significant experience in the area relevant for the course that will be taught. Candidates must evidence the potential for strong classroom teaching and positive student interaction and mentorship. Messiah University selects its educators for their Christian commitment as well as their proven teaching ability.