Data Science Preceptor
Company: The University of Chicago
Location: Chicago
Posted on: April 3, 2026
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Job Description:
The University of Chicago’s Data Science Institute, in
partnership with the City Colleges of Chicago (CCC), invites
applications for the position of University of Chicago (UChicago)
Data Science Preceptorship. The UChicago and CCC Preceptorship
program will develop the next generation of teaching academics for
data science, engineering, and computer science education. This
unique program emphasizes pedagogical best practices and allows
Preceptors, from a variety of STEM PhD backgrounds, the opportunity
to broaden their classroom skills and enhance their teaching and
scholarship portfolios with the support of UChicago and CCC faculty
mentorship. The initial appointment is expected to begin August
1st, 2026. Preceptors will work side by side with faculty from
UChicago and CCC on teaching and developing course materials.
Professional development training will be provided by both the
UChicago and CCC faculty. Preceptors will gain experience teaching
across learning environments with opportunities to engage with
UChicago and CCC students in STEM courses. The teaching obligation
is expected to be 2 one-quarter courses at UChicago and 2
one-semester courses at CCC per academic year. This role includes
dedicated time for research and scholarship activities. This
position also includes structured professional development,
administrative duties and student mentoring activities. The
position is for an initial two-year appointment with a renewal for
a third year possible. This position is benefits-eligible. The
University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and
resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and
paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found
in the Benefits Guidebook . Required: A Ph.D. in data science,
mathematics, statistics, computer science, biology, physics,
astronomy, astrophysics, or other closely related fields to data
science.
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