Lecturer - EAS Online Graduate Programs

CU Colorado Springs; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 8,000 - 10,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is seeking Lecturers for its EAS Online Graduate Programs. This part-time, non-tenure track pool supports online instruction in three emphasis areas: engineering management, systems engineering, and space operations.

Candidates should hold a Master’s degree in engineering or a related field, with teaching or online teaching experience preferred. Appointments are semester-by-semester, with no visa sponsorship for those outside the U.S.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in engineering, aerospace engineering, or related field is required.
• Ideal candidate will have at least four months teaching experience and/or online teaching experience.
• Relevant industry experience that includes current engagement in professional activities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach online classes for EAS Online Graduate Programs.
• Deliver courses online; develop and update course materials.
• Possibly teach in multiple emphasis areas: engineering management, systems engineering, space operations.
• Coordinate with program staff to align course objectives with program goals.
• Assist with assessment and student support as needed.

Skills

Teaching online

Curriculum development

Student engagement

Education

Master's degree in engineering or related field

Terminal degree preferred

Online teaching experience

Industry experience preferred

Job description

Lecturer - EAS Online Graduate Programs (pool)

College of Engineering & Applied Science

Engage. Educate. Empower. Join UCCS as a Lecturer!

Who We Are

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking Lecturers in The College of Engineering & Applied Science (EAS) Online Graduate Programs to join our team! UCCS offers a diverse and inclusive learning environment that fosters innovation, growth, and the holistic development of its students.

The University of Colorado at Colorado Springs College of Engineering and Applied Science Online Graduate Programs offer a range of outstanding educational opportunities, including Master of Engineering degrees and graduate certificate programs. A Master of Engineering degree is an applied professional degree, giving technical depth within the degree area and using a capstone project instead of a research thesis to provide experiential mastery of the subject area.

Explore Engineering Online Graduate Programs here: https://eas.uccs.edu/departments/engineering-online

Pay Range: $2,500-$3,000 stipend plus $200 per student up to 10 and $100 per student over 10 (per section), minimum of $4,000-$5,000 per 3 credit hour course. Pay rate is dependent upon the education and experience of the lecturer. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience, qualifications, and teaching assignments. This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

Work Location: Remote

Summary

The College of Engineering & Applied Science at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) will establish and maintain a pool of Lecturers in the College of Engineering and Applied Science (EAS) Online Graduate Programs from which future appointments to temporary, non-tenure track positions will be made. Appointments are part-time (less than 50% time) and will be made semester-by-semester. The College of Engineering & Applied Science offers an online Master of Engineering program in three (3) emphasis areas - engineering management, systems engineering, and space operations.

Essential Functions

This position will teach classes for EAS Online Graduate Programs. Classes will be online. Examples of courses/subject area include the following:

• Finance & Accounting for Engineers
• Engineering Project Management
• Systems Engineering Processes
• Project Estimation & Risk Analysis
• Leadership for Engineers
• Systems Analysis
• Systems Architecture
• Engineering Modeling & Simulation
• Engineering Analysis for Space Applications
• Fundamentals of Astronautics
• Space Mission Analysis
• Spacecraft Environment Interactions
• Space Communications
• Remote Sensing in Space
• Spacecraft Dynamics
• Global Navigation Satellite Systems Design
• Space Policy

Tentative Search Timeline

This is an evergreen Lecturer Pool for EAS Online Graduate Programs at UCCS. Applications will be reviewed on a semester-by-semester basis as business needs arise.

• Priority Application Dates: Applications submitted by the following dates will receive priority consideration:
  • Fall Semester: May 1
  • Spring Semester: October 1
  • Summer Semester: March 1
• Interview Dates: Candidates whose qualifications match specific course openings may be contacted for interviews at any time as hiring needs arise.
• Potential Start Dates: Employment start dates will vary based on course scheduling needs and will align with the start of the relevant academic semester.

Because this appointment is temporary in nature, you will not be eligible to receive all of the benefits normally provided to faculty under the standard University of Colorado benefits programs. You are not eligible to receive paid vacation leave, medical, or retirement benefits. However, you are eligible to accrue sick leave at 0.034 hours of sick leave per hour worked.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

This position does not include new visa sponsorship for individuals outside the U.S. Candidates must already be in the United States with valid work authorization or an employment-based visa. The university will not initiate sponsorship for those who do not currently hold a U.S. work visa or authorization. If you already have valid U.S. work authorization or are on a visa that permits employment, we welcome your application.

Applicants should either reside in Colorado or be prepared to relocate within two months of starting employment. We're excited to welcome new team members and will provide support and resources to help make your transition to Colorado as smooth as possible.

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs has implemented a misconduct history check program with respect to final candidates for specific appointments. The misconduct history check program is intended to allow UCCS to collect and review information about a candidate's conduct at their previous institutions, specifically conduct related to sexual misconduct, harassment, and/or discrimination - before making hiring decisions. All final candidates to these appointments are required to complete an Authorization to Release Information and provide contact information for their previous institutions.

In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in engineering, aerospace engineering, or related field is required.
• A terminal degree in engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related field is preferred.
• An ideal candidate will have at least four months teaching experience and/or at least four months experience teaching online classes.
• Relevant industry experience that includes current engagement in professional activities is preferred.

Job Category: Faculty

Primary Location: Colorado Springs

Department: C0001 -- Colorado Springs Campus - 40042 - EAS-Administrative Operations

Schedule: Part-time

Posting Date: Jun 24, 2025

Unposting Date: Ongoing

Posting Contact Name: Michael Corl

Posting Contact Email: [e-mail]

Position Number: 00470593