Lecturer, Data Science (Temporary Employee Pool)

Lecturer, Data Science (Temporary Employee Pool)

Primary Purpose and Essential Functions:

The University of the Pacific is seeking a dynamic and data-driven
Adjunct Faculty member to lead a specialized, one-unit experiential learning course in Customer Analytics for the Fall 2026 semester.

The School of Engineering and Computer Science at the University of
Pacific invites applications for a part-time, non-tenure track
Lecturer position in the Data Science Department. We are seeking a lecturer to teach a 1-unit, 15-week asynchronous online course for the Master of Science in Data Science program. The lecturer will be responsible for organizing course content and materials, producing weekly video lectures aligned with the course's learning outcomes, designing and grading weekly assignments, and providing online
(office hour) support to students. In addition, the instructor will also create and coordinate project work for the weekly, in-person,
3-hour Data Science Socratic Lab, which provides an interactive support component for students enrolled in asynchronous courses.

We are looking for someone with expertise to teach the following courses:

• Customer Analytics (fall semester)

University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.

Pacific offers full-time employees a unique opportunity to live on our beautiful campus at below-market rental rates-helping you save time and money on your commute.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's or Ph.D. in Data Science, Computer Science, Business

Analytics, or a related field

• Demonstrated experience in retail analytics, e-commerce, or

consumer data modeling.

• A commitment to experiential learning and the ability to

translate technical concepts into business value.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge and experience in data science, specifically customer

analytics.

• Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse

backgrounds and cultures.

• Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity,

and inclusion in a university setting.

• Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices

and knowledge in their work.

Physical Requirements:

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requires extended periods of sitting and repetitive hand/wrist motion while using a computer keyboard and phone. Occasional standing, walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, and reaching. Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds.

No Visa Sponsorship:This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Special Instructions:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Curriculum vitae
• Contact information for three references

To apply, visit https://pacific.peopleadmin.com/postings/32766

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