Faculty Hiring!

Title: Lecturer IR/AT, Computer Science

Area: School of Engineering & App Science

Department: Computer Science

Telework Availability: On-campus Position

Employee Classification: Non-Tenure Track Faculty (Full-time)

Appointment Percentage: 100

Months per year: 9

Salary Range: The budgeted annual salary that the University reasonably expects to offer for this position is Lecturer-IR: $64,723; Lecturer-AT: $91,924. The internal salary range is Lecturer-IR: $64,723 -$69,037; Lecturer-AT: $91,924 – $98,052.

Review Date: April 28, 2025

Is this position eligible for relocation reimbursement or a signing bonus?: Yes

Job Purpose:

The Computer Science Department at Gonzaga University in Spokane, WA invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track Lecturer position for Academic Year 2025-26. We invite skilled teacher-scholars committed to inclusive, equity-minded teaching to join our department, which is committed to undergraduate education. We are looking for a colleague with expertise broadly in one of the areas of systems programming, cybersecurity, and software engineering.

We seek candidates with a demonstrated commitment to excellent undergraduate teaching that promotes welcoming and diverse learning environments. Teaching responsibilities would include courses in intro programming, operating systems, networking, and/or security. Teaching duties are assigned by the chair in consultation with the individual faculty member.

The Department of Computer Science with nine full-time faculty and over 250 majors, offers an ABET-accredited B.S. degree in Computer Science, a B.A. degree in Computer Science, a B.S. degree in Data Science, and (starting in Fall of 2025) a M.S. degree in Data Science and a B.S. degree in Cybersecurity. Gonzaga’s Center for Teaching and Advising provides regular faculty development and education opportunities, including a New Faculty Learning Community program to help welcome and support new faculty throughout their first year at Gonzaga.

Gonzaga, ranked 98th among national universities by U.S. News and World Report, is located on the banks of the Spokane River, a short walk from downtown Spokane. The University is minutes from two medical schools, offering rich opportunities for collaboration. Spokane is near the Selkirk Mountains in Eastern Washington State. The tech centers of Seattle and San Francisco are easily reachable by short and frequent flights. The city has walkable neighborhoods, abundant parks, a downtown shopping district, and plentiful urban amenities. With mountains, lakes, and rivers in every direction, Spokane is an ideal base for outdoor recreation.

For more information on our mission, please visit: https://www.gonzaga.edu/about/our-mission-jesuit-values/mission-statement

Essential Functions:

• Teaching—This full time non-tenure-track faculty member will teach the equivalent of twelve course credits each during the Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 semesters. (Equivalent to 24 credits during the full academic year). - (Essential)
• Academic Citizenship & Service—The successful candidate will be a member of the faculty of the School of Engineering and Applied Science, with full voting privileges in the University faculty assembly and the School. As such, the person who assumes this position is expected to be a contributing member to the Department, School, and University. Regular meeting attendance at all University, School and Departmental meetings is expected. - (Essential)

Minimum Qualifications:

A M.S. in computer science, cybersecurity, software engineering, or related fields completed by July 15, 2025.

Evidence of high-quality computer science teaching/mentorship activity and/or course development at the undergraduate level.

Preferred Qualifications:

Ph.D. in computer science, cybersecurity, software engineering, or related fields completed by July 15, 2025.

Evidence of engaging, inclusive teaching practices that include introductory or advanced courses for computer science undergraduate students.

An ability to develop and teach new high-quality courses in one or more areas including systems programming, cybersecurity, and software engineering.

Postdoctoral research or relevant industry experience.

Educational Requirement:

Master's Degree

Physical & On-Campus Requirements:

In-Office Presence - Ability to work on-site in typical office setting and participate in in-person meetings with colleagues: 5 days/week

Standing/Sitting - Ability to remain in a stationary position for a prolonged period: Daily (>75% of time)

Walking - Ability to move about on foot to accomplish tasks: Daily (>75% of time)

Lifting/Carrying - Ability to move or transport objects up to a specified weight: Often (50%-75% of time)

Attention to Detail - Ability to focus on detailed tasks for extended periods: Daily (>75% of time)

Problem-Solving - Ability to identify and resolve issues effectively: Daily (>75% of time)

Required Application Materials: To apply, please visit our website at: https://employment.gonzaga.edu/jobs/search. Applicants must complete an online application and submit the following:

1. A detailed curriculum vitae, addressing:
a. Education and work experience
b. Courses taught as instructor or TA
c. Courses designed or helped design

2. A teaching statement, no more than 2 pages in length, addressing:
a. Your experience teaching or mentoring undergraduates
b. Techniques you would use to structure a course and to engage students
c. Reflective discussion of approaches used to improve your teaching or mentorship
d. The Gonzaga computer science courses you are interested in teaching (see https://www.gonzaga.edu/catalogs/current/undergraduate/school-of-engineering-and-applied-science/computer-science--and--computer-science-and-computational-thinking/computer-science for a list of courses the Department currently offers) and new one(s) you would propose.

3. A cover letter, not more than a page in length, that summarizes the areas above and describes the candidate’s understanding of and commitment to the University’s Mission (https://www.gonzaga.edu/about/our-mission-jesuit-values)

Names and contact information for at least three (3) professional references will be collected from advancing candidates during the interview process. References will be sent a link to upload a confidential letter of recommendation.

If you have questions about the position, please email the Computer Science chair, Dr. Gina Sprint, at sprint@gonzaga.edu. For assistance with the online application, please call 509-313-5996.