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Title: Instructor/Assistant Professor, Computer Information Systems (AI & Software Development)

Department: Computer Information Systems

Campus Location: Arnold/Main Campus

Salary Range: $58,055-$72,915

Work Mode: This position requires a full-time in-person presence on campus or at alternative locations.

Hours Per Week: 40

Work Schedule: 

Position Type: Full-Time Faculty,  Exempt

Position Summary

Are you an educator who believes education serves the greater good by providing all students with access to a better life? Anne Arundel Community College (AACC) may be the place for you.

With learning as its central mission, AACC – located in Anne Arundel County, Maryland near historic Annapolis – has responded to the needs of a diverse community for more than 60 years by offering high-quality, affordable and accessible learning opportunities. Established in 1961, AACC is a fully accredited, public, two-year institution that offers national and regional studies leading to a degree or certificate, industry credential or transfer to a four-year institution. AACC also offers opportunities for career enhancement, personal enrichment and lifelong learning.

The successful applicant embraces the idea of helping students achieve their goals and approaches academic and inclusive excellence as moral imperatives, as evidenced by a strong commitment to anti-racism, diversity, equity and inclusion. We also welcome those who are energized by supporting a diverse set of learners and those who embrace the notion of lifelong learning and continuous improvement.

AACC is a tenure-granting institution. Any candidate hired as a full-time faculty member may be eligible to apply for tenure in the future based on institutional eligibility requirements. AACC offers daytime, evening, weekend, hybrid and online classes.

Pay dates occur on the 7th and 22nd of each month. If those dates fall on a weekend, the pay date occurs on the Friday prior to the 7th and 22nd. As an employee of the college, you are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. .

Anne Arundel Community College (AACC) is committed to enriching the educational experience it offers through the diversity of its faculty, administrators, and staff members. The college seeks to recruit and support a broadly diverse team who will contribute to the college's excellence, diversity of viewpoints and experiences, embrace concepts of equity and inclusiveness, and support the equal rights of all people by advancing the understanding and appreciation of differences including age, race, gender, ability, religious convictions, socio-economic status, ethnic heritage, or sexual orientation.

While we appreciate your interest in employment with Anne Arundel Community College, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for any position.

In the best interest of the College, only individuals who are residents of Maryland or one of the following states will be eligible for employment at the college: Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia. The college will annually review this restriction and, if appropriate, expand the list of states of employment eligibility.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Anne Arundel Community College (AACC) seeks a dedicated and innovative Computer Information Systems faculty member to join the department. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to student-centered, outcomes-based education. Primary responsibilities include:
• Teaching and Learning: Deliver 30 faculty load hours annually (15 hours per semester) through face-to-face, online, hybrid, or off-site instruction (e.g., high schools), based on student needs. Utilize diverse instructional strategies and technology to foster engagement and promote equitable learning outcomes.
• Student Support: Maintain six office hours per week during fall and spring terms for student advising, mentoring, and support, fostering academic and professional growth.
• Curriculum Development: Collaborate with department faculty to develop, maintain, and update curriculum, ensuring alignment with industry standards and learning outcomes.
• Professional Development: Stay current in the discipline, particularly in emerging areas such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), chatbots, data engineering, and software development (e.g., DevOps, cloud computing), as well as innovative teaching practices that promote equity and inclusion.
• Assessment: Design and implement effective learning outcomes assessments to ensure continuous improvement in student learning and program quality.
• College and Community Service: Serve on departmental and institutional committees, participate in community partnerships, and contribute to AACC’s mission as a progressive learning organization.
1. Mentoring students from underrepresented groups or new faculty (full-time or part-time).
2. Designing and delivering curriculum across various learning modalities.
3. Supporting workforce development initiatives through training and consulting for public and corporate partners.
4. Developing and implementing community education and extended learning programs.
5. Partnering with colleagues to enhance student and community services.
6. Leading recruitment, marketing, and retention strategies.
7. Building collaborative relationships with K-12 schools and four-year institutions.

The ideal candidate will be a collaborative team player, committed to personal and professional development, and capable of working effectively with a diverse faculty, staff, and student body. AACC values faculty who align with its vision of being a premier learning community, guided by principles of equity, student success, and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of three years of professional experience with hands-on technical expertise in one or more of the following areas:
o Software development (preferably cloud-based).
o Artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), chatbots, or data engineering.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Combination of industry experience and at least two years of teaching experience, preferably in a community college setting.
• Demonstrated expertise in curriculum development and learning outcomes assessment.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, and at various locations as needed.
• Relevant professional certifications (e.g., Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure, IBM AI, AWS, or similar).
• Experience incorporating innovative teaching strategies and technologies to support diverse learners and promote equity and inclusion.

Instructor/Assistant Professor, Computer Information Systems (AI & Software Development)

Department: Computer Information Systems

Campus Location: Arnold/Main Campus

Salary Range: $58,055-$72,915

Work Mode: This position requires a full-time in-person presence on campus or at alternative locations.

Hours Per Week: 40

Work Schedule: 

Position Type: Full-Time Faculty,  Exempt