Lecturer - Electrical and Computer Engineering (pool)

CU Colorado Springs; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 44,640 - 55,800; Part time

Job summary

University of Colorado Colorado Springs seeks Lecturers in Electrical and Computer Engineering to join a temporary, non-tenure track pool. These positions are typically part-time and assignments vary by semester, with on-campus, online, or hybrid delivery depending on course modality.

Responsibilities include delivering undergraduate and graduate courses, preparing lectures and labs, administering exams, grading, maintaining office hours, and using Canvas for learning management.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related area.
• Teaching experience preferred (at least four months).
• Ability to teach courses across Electrical and Computer Engineering topics.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to undergraduate and graduate students based on course modality (on-campus, online or hybrid).
• Maintain, develop and schedule student learning experiences to achieve learning outcomes.
• Plan, develop and implement evaluation tools to assess progress toward course objectives.
• Be familiar with learning management systems (e.g., Canvas).

Skills

Teaching

Course design

Student mentoring

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Terminal degree preferred

Job description

Lecturer - Electrical and Computer Engineering (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 Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) to join our team! UCCS offers a diverse and inclusive learning environment that fosters innovation, growth, and the holistic development of its students.

The mission of the ECE Department at UCCS to educate undergraduate and graduate students to become highly skilled in the principles and practices of Electrical and Computer Engineering and to address today's indispensable need for highly trained electrical and computer engineers.

Explore the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department and undergraduate and graduate degrees, including electrical engineering, computer engineering, and data analytics and systems engineering: https://eas.uccs.edu/departments/electrical-computer-engineering

Pay Range

Generally starting at $4,000 - $5,000 per 3-credit hour course. 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

Determined by course modality: On-campus (typically), online, or hybrid. Remote teaching opportunities may be available under certain conditions.

Summary

The College of Engineering and Applied Science at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs hires Lecturers in Electrical and Computer Engineering for temporary, non-tenure track positions to fill open sections of courses across the curriculum. Appointments are part-time (usually less than 50% time) and will be made semester-by-semester.

This position will teach classes for the department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. Classes may be on-campus, online, or hybrid. Examples of courses/subject area include the following:

• Problem solving with C,Python
• Logic Circuit II - ECE2411
• Circuits Analysis
• Computer Architecture
• ECE4280_5280_AdvanceVerificationMethodology
• Signal Processing and Communications
• Control systems
• Electromagnetics
• Microelectronics
• System Engineering
• ECE4211_5211_RapidPrototypingWithFPGAs

Essential Functions

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Provide instruction to undergraduate/graduate students based on course modality including class and/or lab preparation, administering exams, grading, and maintaining office hours.
• Maintain, develop and schedule student learning experiences to achieve desired learning outcomes.
• Plan, develop, and implement evaluation tools to assess student progress towards course learning objectives.
• Be familiar with learning management systems, such as Canvas.
• Other duties as determined by the Department Chair.

Tentative Search Timeline

This is an evergreen Lecturer Pool for the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering 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.

Location

Colorado Springs

Qualifications

• Applicants must have a Master's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or a related area.
• A terminal degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering or a related area is preferred.
• At least four months teaching experience is preferred.
• Relevant industry experience that includes current engagement in professional activities is preferred.