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Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Practical AI and Intelligent Automation - Up to 3 posit

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Position Details

Rank:

Lecturer‑Pool

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Position Type:

Part‑Time Non‑Tenure Track

College & Department:

Polytechnic College

Hiring Salary:

Commensurate with education and experience

Open Date:

09/23/2025

Duties

Our Practical AI & Intelligent Automation program equips students with applied skills needed to harness artificial intelligence, data analytics, and automation technologies in real‑world settings. Through project‑based learning and industry tools, students gain hands‑on experience deploying solutions that solve modern business and technical problems. Key responsibilities include:

Teach online courses in the accelerated Practical AI & Intelligent Automation program, guiding students in developing practical solutions using modern AI platforms and automation tools.

Design labs and assignments involving chatbot development, model deployment, workflow automation, and business intelligence visualization with industry tools such as OpenAI, Hugging Face, Power BI, and UiPath.

Provide timely, constructive feedback and mentorship to help students build AI portfolios.

Maintain updated syllabi and instructional materials aligned with evolving AI industry standards and ethical AI practices.

Contribute to curriculum development, assessment, and institutional training related to ethical automation, responsible AI, and applied data science.

Assess student performance, communicate progress, and promote improvement.

Participate in departmental meetings, curriculum development, assessment activities, professional development workshops, and institutional training.

Educational Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field (work experience may also be considered).

Experience Required

Strong commitment to the mission of SamPoly.

Proficiency in applying machine learning and natural language processing using platforms like OpenAI and Hugging Face.

Familiarity with data visualization and reporting tools, especially Power BI.

Experience with robotic process automation (RPA) tools such as UiPath.

Ability to explain core AI concepts such as supervised/unsupervised learning, prompt engineering, and model evaluation.

Strong communication and technical instruction skills with a focus on hands‑on, project‑based learning.

Understanding of responsible AI principles, bias detection, and ethical considerations in automation.

Effective instructional design and classroom management skills that foster active learning, student engagement, and measurable skills development.

Strong communication skills—oral and written—for explaining complex technical concepts in accessible terms.

Commitment to continuous professional growth, academic excellence, and student‑centered teaching.

Other Requirements

Preferred experience: best practices for online learning, use of Blackboard.

Commitment to quality teaching, student success and completion.

Ability to use technology in the teaching and learning process.

Fluency in written and spoken English.

Open Until Filled: Yes

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug‑Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an ‘at‑will’ employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security‑sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code.

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