Chemical and Materials Engineering Lecturer Pool

San Jose State University; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 61,458 - 115,472; Full time

Job summary

San José State University invites applications for a Lecturer in Chemical or Materials Engineering. The position emphasizes diversity, inclusive teaching, and effective communication. You will organize classes in Canvas, maintain schedules across delivery modes, and collaborate on program outcomes.

Responsibilities include advising, office hours, peer reviews, and adherence to university policies. The appointment requires degrees as specified and a commitment to teaching excellence in a

Qualifications

• Evidence of satisfactory achievement in previous academic work and commitment to teaching.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated awareness of and sensitivity to a multicultural population through cross-cultural study or teaching.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate awareness of and address the needs of a diverse student population through inclusive materials and advisement.
• Organize all classes within the Canvas LMS.
• Ensure classes meet schedule across asynchronous, synchronous, or hybrid modes.
• Collaborate with the Assessment Coordinator to assess course and program learning outcomes.
• Maintain office hours per University policy.
• Cooperate with the department for peer‑reviews of teaching.
• Seek guidance from the Department Chair on policies and procedures.

Skills

Effective communication

Diversity awareness

Teaching experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Materials Engineering

Master’s degree in Chemical or Materials Engineering

Ph.D. or Sc.D. in Chemical or Materials Engineering

Job description

Lecturer Duties

• Demonstrate awareness of and address the needs of a diverse student population—including age, abilities, cultural background, ethnicity, religion, economic background, primary language, sexual orientation, gender identity, and academic preparation—through inclusive course materials, teaching strategies, and advisement.
• Organize all classes within the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS).
• Ensure all classes meet as scheduled throughout the semester or term, in the mode (asynchronous, synchronous, bimchronous, in‑person, or hybrid) listed in the schedule.
• Collaborate with the Chemical and Materials Engineering Assessment Coordinator to assess course and program learning outcomes.
• Maintain office hours in accordance with University Policy.
• Cooperate with the Department to allow for regular peer‑reviews of teaching.
• Seek guidance from the Department Chair for clarification of University policies and procedures related to grading, testing, textbooks, office hours, curriculum goals, disability accommodations, and academic integrity.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Materials Engineering (or closely related field) required for lower‑division undergraduate courses.
• Master’s degree in Chemical or Materials Engineering (or closely related field) required for upper‑division undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Knowledge of the subject matter in the assigned teaching area demonstrated through relevant professional experience and/or Ph.D. or Sc.D. in Chemical or Materials Engineering (or closely related field).
• Evidence of satisfactory achievement in previous academic work and commitment to teaching.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated awareness of and sensitivity to the educational goals of a multicultural population through cross‑cultural study, training, teaching, or comparable experience.

Compensation

Compensation and salary range are determined by qualifications and experience. Anticipated hiring ranges:

• L‑A / Range 2 – $5,507 to $5,959 per month
• L‑B / Range 3 – $6,221 to $7,481 per month
• L‑C / Range 4 – $6,825 to $9,431 per month
• L‑D / Range 5 – $8,593 to $10,347 per month

Ranges are the anticipated monthly salary for full‑time academic year faculty; part‑time rates are prorated. There are 6 monthly payments per semester (full‑time annual salary equals rate × 12). See the Faculty Salary Schedule for more information.

Application Procedure

• CV
• List of at least three (3) or up to five (5) references
• Cover letter with statement of teaching philosophy and list of courses you are qualified to teach (see Department website for course catalog)
• Continuing open position

Employment Conditions

Faculty must complete CSU employee training as required for their role (e.g., Data Security, FERPA, Preventing Discrimination and Harassment, Title IX, Health and Safety). The position requires ongoing review for designation as a Campus Security Authority under Clery Act policies. Faculty designated as CSA must report Clery incidents and complete required training. The Dean may recommend or require compliance with safety measures that reduce COVID‑19 transmission to maintain campus operations.

Conditional Offer

Employment is contingent upon U.S. residence and proof of eligibility to work. Offers may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information or if the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check may affect continued employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

San Jose State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, caste, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military status, nationality, race, religion, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, sex stereotype, and veteran status. The university has a strong commitment to diversity and inclusive teaching practices.