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What is an adjunct professor computer sciences and how to become one

Updated January 8, 2025
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Mia Fiore Ph.D.
There is more than meets the eye when it comes to being an adjunct professor computer sciences. For example, did you know that they make an average of $48.37 an hour? That's $100,604 a year! Between 2018 and 2028, the career is expected to grow 12% and produce 159,400 job opportunities across the U.S.

What general advice would you give to an adjunct professor computer sciences?

Mia Fiore Ph.D.Mia Fiore Ph.D. LinkedIn profile

Lecturer, Coordinator and Advisor, Kean University

First, I would tell all students that it is VERY different from teaching k-12. Unlike K-12, you are not placed in a school with a teaching job upon graduation; teaching in higher education is one of the most competitive fields, period. The next difference is that you are expected to be an expert/ master of your field. If you're also willing to accept that you will likely have to work as an adjunct professor (for low pay) first, then go for it! Teaching in higher education is the most rewarding job, especially for people who love learning.
ScoreAdjunct Professor Computer SciencesUS Average
Salary
7.6

Avg. Salary $100,604

Avg. Salary $59,228

Stability level
4.9

Growth rate 12%

Growth rate 0.3%

Diversity
5.2
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 0.28%

Asian 11.93%

Black or African American 6.97%

Hispanic or Latino 9.94%

Unknown 4.90%

White 65.98%

Gender

female 18.18%

male 81.82%

Age - 46
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 3.00%

Asian 7.00%

Black or African American 14.00%

Hispanic or Latino 19.00%

White 57.00%

Gender

female 47.00%

male 53.00%

Age - 46
Stress level
4.9

Stress level is manageable

7.1 - high

Complexity level
10.0

Complexity level is advanced

7 - challenging

Work life balance
7.0

Work life balance is good

6.4 - fair

Adjunct professor computer sciences career paths

Key steps to become an adjunct professor computer sciences

  1. Explore adjunct professor computer sciences education requirements

    Most common adjunct professor computer sciences degrees

    Bachelor's

    54.4 %

    Master's

    29.7 %

    Associate

    9.2 %
  2. Start to develop specific adjunct professor computer sciences skills

    SkillsPercentages
    Java13.78%
    Syllabus10.84%
    Science Courses8.55%
    Student Performance5.70%
    Database Systems5.02%
  3. Complete relevant adjunct professor computer sciences training and internships

    Accountants spend an average of Less than 1 month on post-employment, on-the-job training. New adjunct professors computer sciences learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as an adjunct professor computer sciences based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real adjunct professor computer sciences resumes.
  4. Research adjunct professor computer sciences duties and responsibilities

    • Develop course syllabus, laboratory structure, and manage grading system
    • Prepare student for CCNA exam.
    • Involve with the CIS department educational material selection and curriculum changes.
    • Facilitate instruction for developing the thesis topic statement, qualitative and quantitative research design, and conducting a review of literature.
  5. Apply for adjunct professor computer sciences jobs

    Now it's time to start searching for an adjunct professor computer sciences job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

    1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
    2. Consult your professional network
    3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
    4. Watch out for job scams

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Average adjunct professor computer sciences salary

The average adjunct professor computer sciences salary in the United States is $100,604 per year or $48 per hour. Adjunct professor computer sciences salaries range between $57,000 and $175,000 per year.

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$48.37 hourly

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