[Hiring] Adjunct Lecturer, AI @Merrimack College

Role Description

The Girard School of Business at Merrimack College has openings for an Undergraduate course for Foundations of Applied AI for the Spring 2027 semester.

• Undergraduate course: Foundations of Applied AI (BAI1000)
• Format: Online Asynchronous
• Course duration: January 13th - May 7th, 2027

This course introduces students from all disciplines to the rapidly expanding field of artificial intelligence (AI). It focuses on developing AI literacy through technical proficiency, practical application, and critical evaluation.

• Develop a clear understanding of:
  • Machine Learning (ML)
  • Deep Learning (DL)
  • Large Language Models (LLMs)
  • Generative AI (GenAI)
  • Agentic AI techniques
• Learn about practical applications in prompting and augmented workflows for individuals and organizations.
• Assess and critique the validity, fairness, and ethical dimensions of AI system outputs.
• Develop a personal AI portfolio of solutions relevant to students' fields of study by partnering with AI algorithms.

No prior AI experience is required. Formerly titled Introduction to Artificial Intelligence. This course is fully online and asynchronous. Applicants should be comfortable creating and recording video content for use within the course.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in business or related area; Ph.D. preferred.
• College teaching experience preferred; related work experience may be considered.

Requirements

• Cover letter (with availability) stating motivation and interest in the position, citing experience relevant to the qualifications and including experience with, and commitment to, our Catholic Augustinian mission and our values.
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Syllabi (if applicable).
• Teaching evaluations (past two years only).
• This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check.

Benefits

• Minimum: $5,000 per 4-credit course
• Minimum: $3,750 per lab section
• The actual pay offered will be determined based on factors such as candidate qualifications, prior experience, scope of responsibilities, internal equity, and market considerations.

Company Description

Merrimack College is a Catholic Augustinian institution of higher education committed to building an accepting and respectful community. Our mission is to enlighten minds, engage hearts and empower lives and is inspired by our Catholic faith and the Augustinian tradition of seeking truth through inquiry and dialogue.

• Merrimack College seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to Merrimack’s Catholic and Augustinian mission.
• All candidates should describe in their application how they will foster a culture that supports our mission.