| Location | East Lansing, Michigan |
| Website | http://careers.msu.edu/ci/en-us/listing/ |
The College of Engineering at Michigan State University (MSU) invites applications for a fixed-term Teaching Specialist position in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE). This is a spring semester (4-and-a-half month) appointment with primary responsibilities in teaching and service. The anticipated teaching load for this position is one course for the Spring 2027 semester.
This position plays an important role in supporting the department’s mission in undergraduate education. The successful candidate will contribute to high-quality instruction, enhance student learning experiences, and continue developing instructional laboratories and course content. We are seeking an individual who is committed to excellence in teaching and is interested in building a long-term academic career focused on instruction and student engagement.
---Community of Respect and Innovation
At Michigan State University’s College of Engineering, we believe that education and innovation are strongest when built on mutual respect. Guided by MSU’s land-grant mission, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge, expanding access to education, and creating solutions that serve the common good. We are committed to a community where each person is respected, supported, and empowered to thrive—engineering with respect, innovating with purpose, building with trust, and growing through resilience. Learn more about our Community of Respect and Innovation.
--- About The College of Engineering
For more than 130 years, the MSU College of Engineering has advanced, shared, and applied engineering knowledge to address society’s most pressing challenges. Our mission is to prepare exceptional engineering graduates, conduct cutting-edge research, and drive innovation that benefits communities locally and globally.
The college pursues this mission through educational and research programs across eight departments, with interdisciplinary strengths in computational sciences, energy, health, manufacturing, materials, mobility, security, and sustainability. By fostering collaboration and discovery, the MSU College of Engineering equips students and faculty to shape the technologies and solutions of the future.
---Key Responsibilities
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Masters -Computer Science, or a closely related field
Doctorate -Computer Science, or a closely related field
The application must include the following materials:
We will begin reviewing applications on November 9th, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.
The search committee will begin reviewing applications on November 9th, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.
The Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Michigan State University is a dynamic, research-active department within the College of Engineering. CSE offers undergraduate and graduate programs that prepare students for careers in computing, technology, and research. The department advances innovative research in artificial intelligence, machine learning, cybersecurity, software engineering, data science, and computer networks. Through interdisciplinary collaboration, cutting-edge research, and high-quality education, CSE is committed to addressing complex technological challenges and preparing the next generation of computing professionals.
Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.