Part Time Faculty - Systems Engineering

Loyola Marymount University; United States; On-site; USD 2,500 - 3,800; Part time

Job summary

Loyola Marymount University invites applications for potential Part-Time faculty in the M.S. Systems Engineering program within the Frank R. Seaver College of Science and Engineering.

These are typically one-semester appointments to teach 1-2 courses, with a minimum salary per unit taught. Responsibilities include preparing syllabi, delivering lectures, holding office hours, grading assignments and exams, maintaining records, and staying compliant with university policies.

Qualifications

• Must have sufficient industry experience in Systems Engineering.
• Prior teaching experience is preferable.
• Ability to use browser-based software and standard classroom equipment.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Sensitivity to diverse student backgrounds in education.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute a course syllabus.
• Prepare and lead class sessions.
• Hold regular office hours and answer student questions.
• Develop, distribute, and/or grade discussion materials, homework, quizzes, and other course materials.
• Write, proctor, and grade midterm and final examinations.
• Maintain and timely submit class records, such as attendance and grade reports.
• Attend meetings and training, as needed.
• Comply with all university standards and requirements.

Skills

Systems Engineering experience

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in relevant field

Tools

Browser-based software

Job description

Loyola Marymount University's Frank R. Seaver College of Science and Engineering is collecting resumes of potential applicants for future Part-Time faculty positions for its M.S. Systems Engineering program, which is offered by the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. There may not be openings at this time, but your application will be kept on file. Current applications will be reviewed as openings occur. The position, when needed, is assumed to be a one-semester appointment, normally to teach 1-2 courses. The Master of Science in Systems Engineering program serves approximately 40 graduate students with one major program (fully online) with various technical foci, five certificate program (mixed modality), and one dual-degree program in collaboration with MBA of LMU’s College of Business Administration (the MBA portion is in-person). The program faculty is composed of one full-time faculty member and a diverse group of adjunct faculty members. Additional information about the program, curricula, courses, and faculty/staff is available online at https://cse.lmu.edu/graduateprograms/msse/. Information about the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering can be found at https://cse.lmu.edu/department/electricalandcomputerengineeringdepartment/.

The following is a non-exhaustive list of instructor job responsibilities:

• prepare and distribute a course syllabus
• prepare and lead class sessions
• hold regular office hours and answer student questions
• develop, distribute, and/or grade discussion materials, homework, quizzes, and other course materials
• write, proctor, and grade midterm and final examinations
• maintain and timely submit class records, such as attendance and grade reports
• attend meetings and training, as needed
• and comply with all university standards and requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have sufficient industry experience in Systems Engineering
• Prior teaching experience is preferable
• Must have the ability to use browser-based software services, and standard classroom and office equipment
• Position requires excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Must possess ability for, and genuine interest in, meeting the educational needs of students, and sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, and cultural/ethnic backgrounds of the students

Required Education:

A minimum of a Masters' degree in a relevant field is required.

Minimum salary is $2,517 per unit taught.

Faculty Regular

Faculty Regular Loyola Marymount University, a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state and local law. We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being, life experience, and beliefs to apply. (Visit www.lmu.edu for more information.)

Founded in 1911, Loyola Marymount University is a Carnegie classified R2 institution rooted in the Jesuit and Marymount traditions. We are committed to fostering a diverse academic community rich in opportunity for intellectual engagement and real-world experience. We enroll an academically ambitious, multicultural, and socioeconomically diverse student body. We recruit, retain and support a diverse faculty committed to excellence in teaching, research, scholarship and creativity. Our three campuses are rooted in the heart of Los Angeles, a global capital for arts and entertainment, innovation and technology, business and entrepreneurship. LMU is a unique and rewarding place to work. As you consider your employment opportunities with our institution, we encourage you to take the time to learn about the university community and how it distinguishes us from other places of employment. We are proud of the programs, benefits and services we provide our community. We strive to ensure an inclusive environment in all aspects of campus life that foster a strong sense of trust and mutual respect.

EEO Statement

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