Affiliate Instructor, Civil Engineering Technology or Architecture

Metropolitan State University of Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision and dental

Tuition reimbursement

Access to free RTD pass

Job summary

A public university in Denver is seeking an Affiliate Instructor for Civil Engineering Technology or Architecture. This part-time position involves teaching courses, preparing materials, and engaging with students. A Bachelor's degree in a related field is required, with a preference for candidates with a Master's or Doctorate. The position emphasizes sensitivity to diverse student needs and teaching effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and four years of relevant experience required.
• Sensitivity to the educational needs of a diverse student population.
• Professional Engineering License (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes in person or online.
• Prepare course materials and provide robust feedback to students.
• Deliver course content consistent with learning objectives.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum development

Student engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Masters degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Engineering related field

Doctorate

Job description

Overview

Affiliate Instructor, Civil Engineering Technology or Architecture. Part-time affiliate faculty teaching position at Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver).

The Department of Engineering and Engineering Technology at Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) invites applications for part-time affiliate faculty teaching positions.

For more information about the Department of Engineering and Engineering Technology in our College of Aerospace, Computing, Engineering, and Design, please visit: https://www.msudenver.edu/engineering-engineering-technology.

Responsibilities

• Teach part-time in Civil Engineering Technology or Architecture.
• An affiliate faculty member’s duties may include but are not limited to: teaching assigned classes in person or online by delivering course content to students, preparing course materials and lesson plans, grading student work, providing students with robust feedback in a timely manner, addressing student questions consistent with university, college/school, and department policies, and providing online or in person academic support to students as needed and appropriate for the teaching assignment.
• Provide instruction in assigned classes consistent with the content and learning objectives of the regular course syllabus and, if required, with department course coordination policies; and comply with university-wide student evaluation of instruction policies and peer observation policies. The ability to adapt and learn new modes of instruction is encouraged. Candidates should be sensitive to the educational needs of a diverse student population.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field, plus four years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Engineering related field, plus four years of relevant experience or Doctorate
• Professional Engineering License

Terms of Employment

Affiliate faculty are part-time, at-will employees hired to teach on a per credit hour basis for specific classes, usually on a semester-by-semester basis. Affiliate faculty are not eligible for benefit coverage under the University’s benefit program. All such teaching assignments are dependent on budget and enrollment. Qualified candidates may be expected to teach in person/on campus upon hire.

Salary for Announcement

The final salary is based on the number of credit hours assigned at a rate determined by university policy. For more information, please view pay rates under College of Aerospace, Computing, Engineering, and Design (CACED): Affiliate-Rates-AY-25-26

How To Apply

Candidates must apply online through MSU Denver’s career site, https://www.msudenver.edu/careers. Complete applications will include the following materials:

• Curriculum vitae
• Cover letter
• Copies of all unofficial transcripts
• A list of three professional references and their contact information

Applicants will notice on the application portal there is one location (the resume/cover letter submission field) to upload all required materials. Multiple documents can be submitted into this one field; alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF and upload. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit your application. Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.

Benefits

The University’s benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical, vision and dental, free RTD pass, tuition reimbursement, as well as life and supplemental insurance plans, retirement plans and other programs, such as access to a long-term disability (LTD) plan. Visit MSU Denver’s benefits website to learn more. For a brief overview, see: https://www.msudenver.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/MSU-Benefit-Summary.pdf.

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [e-mail].

Diversity and Background Checks

Metropolitan State University of Denver is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. Background checks are conducted on all finalists for positions at the University prior to employment.

Diversity Statement: Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population includes a large percentage of first-generation students and students of color. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.