Adjunct Professor, Computer Science

Job Description:

The Department of Computer Science Cybersecurity and Software Development is seeking an Adjunct Professor to teach an undergraduate course in web and mobile software development. A description of the course CSC 441: Web & Mobile Secure Software Development is provided below. While previous course materials will be provided the instructor is expected to adapt the materials to match their teaching style and expertise.

The ideal candidate has industry experience and is knowledgeable about best practices for software development. We seek someone who is passionate about inspiring and preparing students for successful entry into careers in software engineering.

The department is looking to find an instructor who is available to teach the course annually either in the Fall or Spring semester.

Course Description

CSC441. Web & Mobile Secure Software Development. 4 Credit Hours.

This course introduces secured software development in two environments - web and mobile -with an emphasis on design construction and testing. Also covered are human-computer interaction agile software development process principles of secure design defensive programming threats and attacks and secure software engineering. Students will design and develop a client-side web or mobile application with an accompanying server-side component to illustrate client-server communication.

Prerequisite:CSC276-Object Oriented Programming.

Key Responsibilities:

• Update course materials while aligning to course objectives and student learning outcomes

• Deliver course instruction in an engaging and effective manner

• Provide timely feedback on assignments projects and exams

• Submit midterm and final grades

• Hold regular office hours to support students outside the classroom

• Communicate with faculty and administration regarding course progress

Requirements:

• Masters degree in Computer Science or a related field

• Industry experience in software development and preferably in web and mobile development

• Knowledge of industry best practices

• Passion for inspiring students to pursue careers in software development

Additional Information:

About Le Moyne College:
Le Moyne College located in Syracuse New York is an independent college established by the Jesuits in 1946 to provide students with a values-based comprehensive academic program designed to foster intellectual excellence and preparation for a life of leadership and service. Today Le Moyne has evolved into a nationally acclaimed college of liberal arts and sciences that draws students from across the U.S. and abroad.

Mission:
Le Moyne College is a diverse learning community that strives for academic excellence in the Catholic and Jesuit tradition through its comprehensive programs rooted in the liberal arts and sciences. Its emphasis is on education of the whole person and on the search for meaning and value as integral parts of the intellectual life. Le Moyne College seeks to prepare its members for leadership and service in their personal and professional lives to promote a more just society.

Le Moyne College aims to advance the values of diversity and inclusiveness at the college. To do this Le Moyne seeks scholars and professionals who bring innovation creativity and impact to the campus and who bring greater depth breadth and diversity to our campus community.

Range: $1084 to $1435 per credit hour

(i.e. $3255 to $4305 per three-credit hour course)

Equal Employment Opportunity

Le Moyne College is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race color sex religion sexual orientation national origin disability genetic information pregnancy citizenship & immigrationor any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal state or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization including hiring recruiting promotion termination layoff recall leave of absence compensation benefits training and apprenticeship. Le Moyne makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications merit and business needs at the time.

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position please submit the following application materials:

• A cover letter discussing your interests and qualifications in teaching the course on web and mobile development described above

• Curriculum vitae

• Contact information for three current reference

Review of completed applications will begin on Feb 1 2026 and continue until the position is filled.