Adjunct Computer Science

Adjunct Instructor of Computer Science 

The University of Lynchburg, a private, regional university in the beautiful foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Central Virginia, invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor of Computer Science for the 2026-2027 academic year. Classes begin August 20, 2026.

The department of Computer Science is a student-centered, collaborative team with an excellent record of preparing students with a variety of backgrounds for graduate school and employment in industry. We seek an individual with exceptional potential as a teacher who can contribute to our undergraduate programs and complement existing departmental strengths.

Specific Job Duties: 

• Teaching one or more sections of CS 131 Fundamentals of Programming. A strong programming background with experience in Python is required.
• Teaching one or more sections of CS 141-142 Introduction to Computer Science and Structured Programming I and II. A strong programming background with experience in C is required.
• Other areas of desired expertise include database management systems, internet programming, machine learning, and artificial intelligence.

Benefits:

• None

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods standing or sitting at a desk. 

The University of Lynchburg is an equal-opportunity employer.

Required Qualifications/Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering and a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in Computer Science or Software Engineering.
• Masters degree in Computer Science preferred.
• Candidates must demonstrate strong abilities in teaching.  
• A strong programming background with experience in Python and/or C , depending on the classes taught.
• Fluency in English.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.
• Employment is contingent upon satisfactory background check.

University's website:

• https://www.lynchburg.edu

Work Remotely:

• Remote teaching of online courses will be considered.

Applicants should submit the following:

• CV; 
• Unofficial graduate transcripts (Official transcripts will be required upon hire);
• The names and contact information of three professional references.

Any questions regarding this position or the application process can be directed to Ms Melissa Brooks, Administrative Coordinator, School of Liberal Arts & Sciences (brooks_ms@lynchburg.edu).

We seek candidates who are committed to the University of Lynchburg’s efforts to create an environment that fosters a student-centered environment, develops the breadth of knowledge associated with liberal education, respects and supports diversity, equity, and inclusion, values and celebrates diverse faith traditions, and sustains close working relationships among faculty, staff, students, alumni, and community partners.

The University of Lynchburg is committed to diversity within its community and welcomes applications from persons of color, women, Indigenous/aboriginal people of North America, persons with disabilities, the LGBTQIA community, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the University of Lynchburg community.