Lecturer - Center for Embedded and Cyber-Physical Systems, MECPS Program

UC Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 208,000; Part time

Job summary

UC Irvine’s Center for Embedded & Cyber-Physical Systems (CECS) occasionally seeks quarterly part-time lecturers for the MECPS program. Openings span embedded systems, cyber-physical systems, AI, IoT, autonomous systems, and capstone projects.

In-person lectures emphasize industrial use cases and hands-on applications; appointments are for one quarter at a time and may vary by course load. Salary is commensurate with teaching experience and education level.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in EE/CS or related field.
• Ability to teach courses with hands-on industrial emphasis.
• Experience or familiarity with MECPS program activities.

Skills

Embedded systems

Cyber-physical systems

Artificial intelligence

Internet of Things

Autonomous systems

Education

PhD or MS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Job description

Position Overview

Salary range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $73,817 - $207,711. The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Unit 18 Lecture Titles Salary Table for this position. T15 NSI pre unit 18.pdf - Google Drive

Open date: July 28, 2026
Next review date: Tuesday, Sep 1, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Final date: Wednesday, Jun 30, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Position Description

The Center for Embedded & Cyber-Physical Systems (CECS) occasionally seeks quarterly part-time lecturers for the Professional Master of Embedded & Cyber-Physical Systems (MECPS) Program. Positions are available in various areas of Electrical and Computer Engineering, such as embedded systems, cyber-physical systems, artificial intelligence, internet of things, autonomous systems, capstone projects. As lectures are conducted in person, industry researchers based in Southern California are highly encouraged to apply. The courses are expected to emphasize industrial use cases and hands‑on applications. Appointments are typically for one quarter at a time and may vary in percentage, depending on the number and nature of courses assigned. Information on the program and courses offered can be found at https://mecps.uci.edu/ Salary is commensurate with technical and teaching experience and/or level of education. All application materials must be uploaded at: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF10331

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Applicants should have a graduate degree (Ph.D. or M.S.) in the areas related to Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, or an equivalent combination of education/experience.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter (Optional)
• Statement of Research (Optional)
• Teaching Statement - See our guidance for writing a reflective teaching statement .

Reference Requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)

About UC Irvine

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC anti-discrimination policy .

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

• “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
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Job location

Irvine, CA