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Organization's Summary Statement:

Position Summary

The College of Information at the University of Maryland, College Park (INFO), invites applications for full-time, professional track (PTK) lecturers who are committed to excellence in teaching, innovation in pedagogy, and supporting a diverse, multidisciplinary student community. We seek candidates whose expertise strengthens our undergraduate and graduate programs and contributes to the College's mission of educating the next generation of information, technology, and design leaders.

We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in any of the following:

Computer networking fundamentals, to include such topics as (among others):

Cloud infrastructure, virtualization, and distributed systems

Physical computing and embedded systems

Internet of Things (IoT) architecture, security, deployment, and analytics

Hands-on prototyping, fabrication, and systems integration

Applied lab-based instruction bridging hardware, software, and connected devices

Information design, to include such topics as (among others):

Visual and graphic design principles

Data visualization and data-driven communication

Interaction design, interface design, and novel HCI approaches

Information organization and architecture

Product design and iterative prototyping

User experience (UX) research and design strategy

Data storytelling, multimedia storytelling, and narrative-driven design

Studio-based, experiential, or portfolio-centered teaching approaches

Cybersecurity, to include such topics as (among others):

Network and systems security

Identity, trust, and access management

Security policy, governance, and regulatory frameworks

Human-computer interaction and usable security

Ethical, social, and societal implications of cybersecurity

Computing, to include such topics as (among others):

Artificial Intelligence applications

Introductory programming and computational thinking

Object-oriented programming and software engineering

Database design, data modeling, and data-centric application development

Client-side web development and front-end frameworks

Full stack development, API design, and cloud-integrated applications

Experiential learning, to include such topics as (among others):

Delivering existing hands-on, practice-based courses, and designing new courses in this area, as needed

Supervising internships, capstones, and client-based projects

Creating inclusive learning environments and applying evidence-based pedagogy

Developing interdisciplinary, cross-cutting learning experiences for INFO students

While these areas of expertise and courses are of particular interest, candidates with expertise and interest in any related areas are encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate will teach a variety of topics, with an expectation of three courses per semester (fall and spring). They will also engage with external stakeholders, participate in shared governance within the university and participate actively in the life of the College.

Minimum Qualifications:

Masters degree in information science, computer science, library science, or another related area;
Experience teaching or training in relevant fields; and
Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Doctoral or terminal degree in information science, computer science, library science, or another related field;
Prior teaching or training experience in higher education; and
Professional experience related to the College's academic programs.

Physical Demands: N/A

Preferences: N/A

Required Application Materials:

• A letter of interest that clearly describes your background and expertise in the area, as well as the unique contributions that you would make to the College and to the University of Maryland

• A curriculum vitae or a resume

• A list of 3 professional references

  • For each reference, include the person's title, institution, contact information (including phone number and email address), the capacity in which you know (or have known) them, and how long you have known them

• A teaching portfolio of your past education, training and/or mentoring activities, appropriate to the applicant's career stage, which includes a statement of teaching philosophy

Best Consideration Date: February 16, 2026

Posting Close Date: February 20, 2026

Open Until Filled: No