One-Year Visiting Assistant Professor in Data Science

Department: Data Science

Job Summary

Gettysburg College invites applications for a full-time faculty position as Visiting Assistant Professor in Data Science beginning with the Fall 2026 semester. This is a full-time, term appointment for one academic year, with the possibility of renewal for a second year based on satisfactory performance and institutional need. The successful applicant will have the chance to help shape the recently formed interdisciplinary Data Science minor at the college and participate in the development of a major in the discipline. Applicants can learn more about Gettysburg's Data Science program at mic-programs/interdisciplinary-studies/programs/datascience/ .

Gettysburg College is a highly selective liberal arts college located within 90 minutes of the Baltimore/Washington metropolitan area. Established in 1832, the College has a rich history and is situated on a 220-acre campus with an enrollment of approximately 2,200 students.

Qualifications

This position will teach the equivalent of six courses during the academic year. The core teaching responsibilities will be a two-course sequence (DS 256 and DS 325) in Python programming for Data Science, aimed at students from a variety of academic backgrounds. Depending on the qualifications and interests of the person hired, the teaching assignment might also include elective courses in related areas such as statistics, machine learning, cultural analytics, or data ethics. It is preferred that candidates hold a PhD by the August 2026 appointment date (master's degree holders may be considered for appointment as Visiting Instructor). We welcome applications from candidates whose background is in any field, with preference for those with formal coursework and/or teaching experience in data science, machine learning, and quantitative analytic methods.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please submit a cover letter with your application that briefly describes how you hope to constribute to our data science program. In particular, please explicitly address the areas of data science that you would be most comfortable teaching. In addition, please submit a curriculum vitae, a brief statement of teaching philosophy, and three letters of recommendation with your online application materials. For best consideration, please apply by June 1, 2026. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries can be addressed to Dr. William O'Hara, Search Committee Chair, at [email protected] .

EEO Statement

Gettysburg College, an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal, state, local laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and admission. The College prohibits discrimination and harassment, and provides equal opportunity without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital/familial status, possession of a General Education Development Certificate (GED) as compared to a high school diploma, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex, age, or genetic information in all aspects of employment, educational programs, activities, and admissions. Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972, Gettysburg College prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex (i.e., which includes but is not limited to the prohibition of sexual misconduct and relationship violence, including sexual assault and harassment) in all of its educational programs and activities.

Posting Number: 20100240F