Quarterly Lecturer - General Engineering (2026-2027 Pool)

Santa Clara University; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 111,600 - 133,920; Part time

Job summary

Santa Clara University is looking for a Quarterly Lecturer in General Engineering for the 2026-2027 academic year. This temporary position involves teaching up to 4-course equivalencies, with responsibilities including preparing and conducting classes and evaluating student work.

The ideal candidate will have a related graduate degree and proven success in teaching at the undergraduate level. Applications must be submitted via Workday and include a letter of interest and three references.

Qualifications

• Earned graduate degree (Ph.D. preferred) in computer science, computer engineering, or closely related field.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching computer science and engineering at the undergraduate and/or graduate level.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and conduct all assigned class meetings.
• Assign and evaluate or grade student work appropriately.
• Be available to students for consultation outside of class.
• Assign student grades appropriately and submit them on time.
• Conduct course assessments as required by the department.

Skills

Teaching excellence in computer science and engineering

Effective communication

Education

Ph.D. in computer science or related field

Master's degree with equivalent experience

Job description

Position Title

Quarterly Lecturer - General Engineering (2026-2027 Pool)

Position Type

Temporary

Salary Range

$10,948.00 per Course Equivalent (CE)

Purpose

The Department of General Engineering seeks applications for quarterly lecturers (QLs) for the 2026-2027 academic year to teach General Engineering courses. Santa Clara University operates on a quarter system. Each quarter (fall, winter, and spring) is 10 weeks long, with an extra week for final examinations. Graduate classes are typically held during the 7:10-9:00 a.m., 5:25-7:15 p.m., and 7:25-9:15 p.m. time slots. Undergraduate classes are held at various times throughout the day (Monday-Friday). QLs may teach up to 4-course equivalencies (CEs) per academic year with no more than 2 CEs in any particular quarter, and an additional 2 CEs during summer terms.

Basic Qualifications

Earned graduate degree (Ph.D. preferred) in computer science, computer engineering, or a closely related field. At a minimum, candidates should hold a Master's degree with equivalent experience. Demonstrated excellence in teaching computer science and engineering at the undergraduate and/or graduate level.

Course Equivalencies

• Undergraduate: 4 unit lecture = 1 CE
• Undergraduate: 1 unit lab = 0.5 CE
• Undergraduate: 1 unit lab with a teaching assistant (TA) = 0.25 CE
• Graduate: 4 unit lecture = 1 CE
• Graduate: 2 unit lecture = 0.66 CE

Responsibilities

1. Prepare and conduct all assigned class meetings.
2. Assign and evaluate or grade student work appropriately.
3. Be available to students for consultation outside of class.
4. Assign student grades appropriately and submit them on time to the Office of Student Records.
5. Conduct course assessments as required by the department.

Special Instructions to Applicants

All QL faculty must apply via Workday once each academic year to be hired as QL faculty. Your application must include a letter of interest, the specific courses you are interested in teaching that match your expertise, and contact information for three references.

Additional Information

Hiring is made on a quarterly basis. First‑class dates for the 2026-2027 academic year are: Fall 2026 – Monday, September 21, 2026; Winter 2027 – Monday, January 4, 2027; Spring 2027 – Monday, March 29, 2027; Summer 2027 – to be determined. Employment is subject to the terms of a collective bargaining agreement between the University and Service Employees International Union Local 1021.

Telecommute

Santa Clara University is registered to do business in California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, and Illinois. Employees approved to telecommute must perform their work within one of these states.

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity/Notice of Nondiscrimination. Santa Clara University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy or related conditions, reproductive health decision‑making, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. For a complete copy of the university’s equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policies, please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX website at https://www.scu.edu/title‑ix/.

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Americans with Disabilities Act

Santa Clara University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants wishing to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources ADA Team at [e-mail] or by phone at (408) 554‑5750. Please note: this contact information is intended for accommodation requests only. Resumes or inquiries about application status sent to this inbox will not be reviewed or forwarded. For resumes or questions regarding application status, contact [e-mail].

Work Authorization

SCU does not sponsor any applicants for work visas for this position. The successful candidate must be able to provide evidence of identity and legal authorization to work in the United States.