Data Science Instructor (PT)

Data Science Instructor (PT)

Salary

$77.79 - $94.37 Hourly

Location

Fairfield, CA

Job Type

Adjunct Faculty

Job Number

ADJ-DATA SCIENCE-26

Department

School of Mathematics and Sciences

Opening Date

10/23/2026

Closing Date

6/30/2027 11:59 PM Pacific

• Description
• Benefits

Description

Solano Community College (SCC), a comprehensive community college located in Solano County, has an opening for a part-time Data Science Instructor.

Set in the tranquil valley of Solano County, an area rich with agriculture, Native American history and wine production, Solano Community College is ideally located along the I-80 corridor between San Francisco and Sacramento within minutes of the Napa/Sonoma Valley. In addition to the campus in Fairfield, the College has centers in Vallejo and Vacaville, as well as a state-of-the-art School of Aeronautics at the Nut Tree Airport. The College also offers additional courses at Travis Air Force Base and two correctional facilities.

Our science facilities are set to bring our students success for many decades to come. Our highly-skilled faculty guide students to transfer to many prestigious private universities, as well as both University of California and California State University Campuses. We pride ourselves on our high academic standards.

For more information, please visit us at www.solano.edu.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Solano Community College is seeking a pool of qualified applicants for possible temporary part-time teaching assignments in Data Science. In general, we may have a need for adjunct instructors during any semester including summer. The start months are August, January, and June in each year. These positions are filled on an as-needed basis and are on-going recruitments. Assignments may include day, evening, and weekend courses. The district may cancel classes or change instructors as enrollment needs are determined.

Fall 2026 reviews will begin in June 2026, with interviews to take place soon after reviews are completed. We are actively looking for the following specialties:

• ENGR 012 Discrete Mathematics for Scientists and Engineers

Paid office hours are available to adjunct faculty in fall and spring semesters who teach a 40% assignment or more.

Part-time instructors who pass three evaluation processes, and teach a minimum of four semesters with positive reviews, can expect to be priority hires for subsequent semesters as detailed in the faculty contract.

Instructors who are qualified to teach online or desire to teach a course using an online modality must attend a rigorous training course, design an ADA-approved CANVAS delivered course, and have the course approved by the curriculum committee prior to the scheduling deadlines for any specific semester. In general, this must be finalized five to eight months before the semester begins.

In your cover letter, please address any specific areas of expertise.

To be considered for this position, all complete applications and supporting materials must be received by the application deadline.

Meeting the minimum qualifications does not assure the candidate an interview. It is, therefore, important that the application be thorough and detailed. Reference checks will be conducted for the finalists.

Candidates should not expect official notification until the selection of the candidate has been completed. The College may re-advertise or delay filling a position. Oral interviews will be conducted that include a teaching demonstration. Travel costs related to the interview are the responsibility of the candidate.

Responsibilities

Teach ENGR 012: Discrete Mathematics for Scientists and Engineers. Online Canvas assignments will be expected.

Provide instruction in accordance with established course outlines and expectations; create and follow a course syllabus; inform students about course requirements; prepare and grade assignments and examinations in a timely manner; meet administrative timelines and submit completed and required documents and reports; maintain required student attendance and scholastic records; and perform assessment of student learning outcomes.

Teaching assignments may include evening hours and off-campus instruction, in accordance with college policies.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's in any field of engineering

OR Bachelor's in any field of engineering AND Master's in mathematics, physics, computer science, chemistry, or geology

OR Master's in computer science or computer engineering

OR Bachelor's in either of the above AND Master's in mathematics, cybernetics, business administration, accounting or engineering

OR Bachelor's in engineering AND Master's in cybernetics, engineering, mathematics, or business administration

OR Bachelor's in mathematics AND Master's in cybernetics, engineering, mathematics, or business administration

OR Bachelor's degree in any of the above AND master's degree in information science, computer information systems, or information systems

OR the equivalent

OR Master's in mathematics or applied mathematics

OR Bachelor's in either of the above

AND Master's in statistics, physics or mathematics education

OR the equivalent

If you do not possess the minimum qualifications exactly as stated above, you must request an equivalency review and submit conclusive supporting documents at the time of submitting your application. Equivalency is defined as possessing the general education for the degree and the major coursework for the degree. The equivalency request form must be included in the application. All degrees must be from accredited institutions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The successful candidate is a broadly trained individual who possesses both depth and breadth of knowledge in major areas of computer and/or data science; has an approachable personality; uses multiple teaching methods that include critical thinking and problem-solving strategies; and adheres to college academic requirements and standards, especially laboratory safety.

The successful candidate must encourage learning; be sensitive to students from diverse cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds, including students with disabilities; take initiative in co-curricular activities, special events, and department/school meetings and projects; and participate in professional growth activities, including the governance of the College. Finally, the successful applicant must be able to lift and carry materials weighing up to 40 pounds.

Adjunct faculty may purchase health and welfare benefits, at their expense, to the extent permitted by the District's health and welfare benefits carrier and/or broker.

Eligibility:

Taught at Solano Community College for at least two semesters (excludes summer session); must be scheduled for a minimum of 40% assignment at the time of enrollment in the health plan; enrollment periods to be determined each semester; once enrolled mandatory participation will be required (participation period to be determined); premiums will be made through payroll deduction and additional premiums due on a monthly basis by check to the Business Office no later than the 10th of each month for the succeeding month's benefits; and other procedures for implementation as determined by the District in consultation with the Association.

Employer Solano Community College

Address 4000 Suisun Valley Road

Fairfield, California, 94534-3197

Phone 707-864-7128

Website http://www.solano.edu