Adjunct Faculty, Systems Engineering

Westfield State University; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking adjunct faculty for its graduate-level Systems Engineering program. This role involves teaching online courses, designing course content, and ensuring an engaging learning experience for students. Ideal candidates will have a Master's Degree and previous teaching experience, with a strong background in Systems Engineering. Join a dynamic academic environment where your contributions will shape the future of aspiring engineers. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of education while working with motivated students in a flexible online setting.

Benefits

Flexible Schedule

Professional Development Opportunities

Access to University Resources

Qualifications

• Master's Degree required; PhD preferred.
• Previous teaching experience at the graduate level is essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach online courses once or twice a week.
• Design and adapt courses, including learning outcomes and materials.
• Grade assignments and maintain student engagement.

Skills

Teaching Experience

Systems Engineering Knowledge

Course Design

Student Engagement

Education

Master's Degree

PhD

Tools

LSM/Course Canvas

Zoom

Job description

This is a general posting that will serve to create a pool of applicants for adjunct faculty openings throughout the 2024-2025 academic year. Should we have an opening and be interested in pursuing your application, we will contact you with specific information.

Position Summary

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Ritchie School of Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Denver is looking to hire adjunct faculty to teach a variety of graduate courses, such as Project Management, Fundamentals of Systems Engineering, Complex System Architectures, Models, and Tools, Systems Optimization, Design of Space Systems, Model Based Systems Engineering, Validation & Verification Test Planning, Digital Transformation for Advanced Integration, and many other courses covering various topics. This posting in particular is for the graduate-level Systems Engineering program which is an online program. This posting will serve for multiple openings.

For more information about the Systems Engineering courses, the list can be found on the Registrar’s Office schedule of classes through the following link: Schedule of Classes.

Teaching Schedule

Winter Quarter runs from January to March (approximately)

Spring quarter runs from March to June (approximately)

Summer quarter runs from June to August (approximately)

Essential Functions

• Teach online once or twice a week (depending on course)
• Design a new or adapt a course, including learning outcomes, support materials, and a course calendar
• Create and maintain LSM/Course Canvas Container
• Assign papers, exams, and other deliverables as appropriate
• Grade in a timely manner
• Participate in recruiting and informational events as needed
• Work with students and others to guarantee the best possible student experience
• Provide clear value and concise directions for students
• Meet with students, over Zoom or other remote platform, to discuss grades, assignments, and/or project status if requested
• Support enrollment activities as needed

Required Qualifications

• Master’s Degree
• Previous teaching experience
• Background knowledge in Systems Engineering or related subjects
• Successful teaching/facilitation experience with adults at the graduate level
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD
• Successful teaching/facilitation experience with adults in graduate programs

Work Schedule

While the University's administrative offices are open Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, faculty schedules vary from term to term based on courses taught, service commitments, and research agendas. The University's academic calendars are posted on the registrar's website.

Application Deadline

Applications are currently being accepted and reviewed for the 2024-2025 academic year.

Special Instructions

Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.

Course Rate

Adjunct faculty are compensated at a rate of $6,931 per course, for standard courses in the ECE department for Fall, Winter, and Spring Quarters. In the event that course development is required, an additional compensation of $5,300 will be provided.

Pay for Summer courses is based on enrollment. If you are selected to teach for Summer, you will be informed of the Summer Pay Scale at that time. Enrollment below 3 deems that the class should be canceled and no teaching nor compensation will be allowed.

The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.

Benefits
The University of Denver offers some benefits for non-benefited employees. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.

Please include the following documents with your application:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter

The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital, family, or parental status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.