Adjunct Professor in Computer Science

Located in Redmond, Washington, DigiPen Institute of Technology is a small college that offers undergraduate degree programs in Computer Science, Game Design, Digital Audio and Music, and Digital Art and Animation, as well as Master’s degree programs in Computer Science and Digital Art. The Department of Computer Science at DigiPen Institute of Technology is currently seeking qualified applicants to teach CS-350 –Advanced Computer Graphics II . This course focuses on efficient representation and processing of complex multi-dimensional data with the goal of avoiding bottlenecks on the CPU and the GPU. Emphasis is placed on the creation of a robust mathematical library of geometry aggregates and evaluating their efficiency. Topics include creation and usage of spatial data structures, object-culling strategies, geometry aggregates, and geometric primitives. Start Date: May 1st, 2026 Position: Adjunct Professor in Computer Science Reports to: Department Chair Key Responsibilities Teach undergraduate course in computer graphics, particularly focusing on spatial data structures and optimization strategies building towards collision detection and resolution. Participate in curriculum development and program assessment activities as advised by the Department Chair. Be available to support students via office hours and offline communication. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field and at least 4 years of industry experience in a role related to computer science. Strong background in computer graphics, especially in Vulkan/DX 12. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and students. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in computer science or a closely related field. Evidence of successful teaching experience or demonstrated teaching potential. Experience as a contributor in video game industry, computer science or related fields. Desired Areas of Expertise Applicants with expertise in any area of computer science are encouraged to apply, including but not limited to: Computer Graphics and Rendering Physics or Graphics engine development with Vulkan/DX 12 Professional Game Development Salary Range $6,048 – $12,701 per term, depending on credit hours, class size, and faculty rank. Additional Notes All Adjunct positions are part-time, temporary assignments (for no more than one semester at a time), dependent upon student enrollment and instructional needs, and subject to budget consideration and approval. DigiPen Institute of Technology reserves the right to extend application deadlines and/or not to offer advertised positions. Equal Opportunity Employer Equal opportunity is a priority of DigiPen Institute of Technology , as the institution is committed to fostering a positive learning environment for all. The Institute's intent is to hire the most qualified individuals for faculty and staff, attracting candidates from diverse backgrounds of race and ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, socioeconomic status, veteran status, nationality, culture, religion, and physical abilities. We are committed to broadening our candidate pool to include more diverse individuals and ensuring fairness in hiring by avoiding bias and determining criteria to judge all candidates prior to posting each new position. Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Digipen-Institute-of-Technolog