UCSB PaCE Part-Time Instructor - High Tech Manufacturing

University of California - Santa Barbara; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of California, Santa Barbara Extension invites applications for a pool of temporary, part-time instructors to teach on-site courses for our Science & Engineering Program. We seek qualified applicants with current subject matter expertise and a passion for teaching, covering High Tech Manufacturing topics and associated lab work.

Instructors will prepare and deliver materials, assess learning, and maintain records in an on-site environment.

Qualifications

• Current subject matter expertise in relevant fields.
• Passion for teaching and ability to engage adult learners.
• Experience teaching in on-site programs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Make appropriate adjustments to continually improve the syllabus, curriculum and course materials. May be based upon programmatic and/or student feedback.
• Prepare and deliver course materials and design learning assessments.
• Design interactive and motivational classroom activities to fully engage participants and to reinforce student learning.
• Stay current within the subject, discipline or field of practice.
• Use subject‑matter expertise and leverage additional resources appropriately to enhance the curriculum.
• Communicate teaching objectives and specific learning outcomes to students, and clearly outline/explain the grading policies for the course.
• Respond to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner.
• Employ culturally competent and inclusive teaching methodologies in the classroom (including teaching non-native speakers and/or students with academic letters of accommodations for learning disabilities).
• Evaluate student achievement of specific learning outcomes and assign grades.
• Post final student grades to the transcript system within two weeks of course completion.
• Handle student inquiries about final grades and consult with Program Director as needed.
• Retain student records according to University policies.

Job description

Position overview

Salary range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $50.00-$80.00 per hour.

Application Window

Open date: April 1, 2026

Most recent review date: Wednesday, Apr 15, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Wednesday, Mar 31, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

The Department of Professional and Continuing Education (Extension) at the University of California, Santa Barbara invites applications for a pool of qualified temporary, part-time instructors to teach on-site courses for our Science & Engineering Program for upcoming openings. We are seeking qualified applicants who possess current subject matter expertise and have a passion for teaching in the following programs and courses.

High Tech Manufacturing

• Basics of high tech manufacturing
• Overview of semiconductor fabrication
• Cleanroom basics and protocols w/ lab
• Statistical aspects of manufacturing processes
• Other Related Topics

Instructor duties include but are not limited to:

• Make appropriate adjustments to continually improve the syllabus, curriculum and course materials. May be based upon programmatic and/or student feedback.
• Prepare and deliver course materials and design learning assessments.
• Design interactive and motivational classroom activities to fully engage participants and to reinforce student learning.
• Stay current within the subject, discipline or field of practice.
• Use subject‑matter expertise and leverage additional resources appropriately to enhance the curriculum.
• Communicate teaching objectives and specific learning outcomes to students, and clearly outline/explain the grading policies for the course.
• Respond to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner.
• Employ culturally competent and inclusive teaching methodologies in the classroom (including teaching non-native speakers and/or students with academic letters of accommodations for learning disabilities).
• Evaluate student achievement of specific learning outcomes and assign grades.
• Post final student grades to the transcript system within two weeks of course completion.
• Handle student inquiries about final grades and consult with Program Director as needed.
• Retain student records according to University policies.

The posting will remain open until March 31, 2027 to accommodate department needs. The