Saint Peter's University - Jersey City, NJ
posted 7 days ago
Saint Peter's University is dedicated to fostering student success both academically and professionally. We are in search of faculty members who are scholar-practitioners—professionals actively engaged in their fields who are eager to mentor the next generation of professionals. The Data Science Adjunct position involves teaching graduate students on a part-time basis in various specialized areas, including Big Data and Data Management, Data Mining, Machine Learning, Data Visualization, SQL, Predictive Analytics, and Financial Modeling. Familiarity with Python and SAS is essential, while knowledge of Tableau, IBM Watson, and Excel is preferred. Additionally, the role includes supervising Capstone Consulting Engagements, which are critical for students' practical learning experiences. In this role, the adjunct lecturer will actively engage students through frequent interactions that motivate them to succeed, demonstrating genuine enthusiasm for their learning. The instructor will guide students in collaborative projects and problem-based learning, providing constructive feedback regularly and utilizing rubrics for effective assessment of student work. It is crucial to demonstrate current subject-matter expertise and help students connect concepts across their academic programs. The adjunct will also be responsible for developing and managing the class syllabus, ensuring it meets departmental and college standards, planning lectures for both online and in-class discussions, grading assignments, and advising students on their academic success. Staying updated on innovations and changes within the field of Data Science is also a key responsibility.