Job description

Tenure Status: Non-Tenure Track

Department: Computer Information Systems – 255100

Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in a business-related field

Areas of Interest (No Minimum Level Required)
A strong preference will be given to candidates with education in computer information systems or a related discipline, along with prior teaching experience in higher education and analytics with spreadsheet technology.

It is also preferred that the successful candidate hold the MOS Excel Associate 365 Apps certification at the time of hire or commit to obtaining it within 60 days of employment (administered through the CIS department). Experience troubleshooting technical issues in computing environments is highly desirable. The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to support students and faculty in technology-based learning and assessment settings.

License/Certification Required
N/A

Description of the Department or Unit
The Department of Computer Information Systems is housed in the Walker College of Business https://business.appstate.edu/ at Appalachian State University. The Walker College of Business is committed to ensuring that its graduates are equipped to succeed in an increasingly innovative, multicultural, and interdependent world. Details about department programs and faculty/staff can be found at https://cis.appstate.edu/.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
This is a remote position with primary responsibility for teaching the introductory spreadsheet analytics course (CIS 1060) in the Flight Path program. Each course assignment is delivered over an 8-week term, with the teaching assignment distributed across the academic year as follows:

• Fall 1: 2 courses· Fall 2: 2 courses· Spring 1: 2 courses· Spring 2: 2 courses· Summer: 2 courses

The Lecturer will be expected to effectively use and manage technology platforms that support online instruction and assessment, using Canvas as the learning management system, GMetrix for exam preparation and assessment, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft 365, and other instructional and testing platforms that support student learning and certification activities. The Lecturer will also be expected to participate in service activities at the program, department, college, university, profession, and community levels, and responsibilities will include coaching and mentoring students.

Proposed Date of Hire: 01/01/2027

Suggested Salary Range: Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes

Evaluation of Applications Begins: 09/16/2026

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