Department of Mechanical EngineeringPart-Time Lecturer Pool
POSITION
The Department of Mechanical Engineering at CSU Fullerton invites applications for its Part-Time Lecturer Pool. We welcome applications from individuals who are experienced and student centered to teach all subject related to Mechanical Engineering.
This is a pool of part-time lecturers for the department to draw on as necessary. Qualified applicants will be contacted when positions are available.
APPOINTMENTS FROM THE PART-TIME POOL ARE TEMPORARY AND OFTEN MADE JUST PRIOR TO THE START OF THE ACADEMIC TERM. APPLICANTS MUST BE AVAILABLE ON VERY SHORT NOTICE.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- MS degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, or BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field with at least two years industry experience in engineering field, and demonstrated experience in related field
- Able to document their excellent academic preparation in Mechanical Engineering along with current experience in industry
- Proficiency with online teaching strategies and approaches may further enhance and applicant's candidacy
- Candidates should demonstrate their ability to interact and work effectively with a wide and culturally diverse range of students, including first-generation college students
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- A Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- Preference will be given to those with experience in working with diverse population and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment.
- Preference will also be given to those with relevant work experience and those who bring professional capabilities.
HOW TO APPLY
A complete online application must be submitted in order to receive consideration. Please provide the following materials as it relates to your application requirements:
- Letter of interest or Cover Letter explaining expertise and what courses you are competent to teach and/or interested in teaching
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Three Letters of Recommendation
- Sample Course Syllabi (if applicable)
- Undergraduate and graduate Unofficial transcripts (official transcripts upon appointment)
- Inclusive Excellence Statement (no more than 500 words)
This statement provides the candidate's unique perspective on their past and present aspirations for promoting and engaging with a diverse student population. This statement aims to showcase the candidate's professional experience, intellectual commitments, and/or willingness to teach and create an academic environment supportive of all students.
Applications will be reviewed as needed. Please direct all questions about the position to: Dr. Sagil James at sagiljames@fullerton.edu or call 657-278-3337
APPOINTMENT DATE AND ACADEMIC CALENDAR
The need for part-time faculty is greatest in Fall and Spring semesters. The Fall term begins in the late August and ends in mid-December; the Spring term runs from the middle of January through the end of May. On rare occasions part-time faculty are needed during one of the Summer Session segments.
PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
Regular performance evaluations of part-time lecturers are made by the department in accord with the faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement and University Policy Statement 210.070. These performance evaluations determine which lecturers will be retained for future and continued teaching assignments. And in some instances, syllabi, assignments and reading material will be reviewed by the departmental personnel committee.
APPOINTMENT AND SALARY
All part-time faculty appointments are made as Lecturers, under the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the CSU system and the California Faculty Association. Initial appointments are for one semester only.
Classification Range: $5,507 - $6,677 per month
Anticipated hiring range depending on qualifications, not to exceed $6,221 per month
The full-time (15 units per semester) monthly base salaries indicated above are prorated to the number of units worked and are paid in six monthly payments for each full semester. For a three-unit assignment, typical starting compensation ranges from $6,608.40 to $7,465.20 per semester.
For a description of potential benefits, go to: https://hr.fullerton.edu/total-wellness/health-benefits.html
ABOUT THE COLLEGE AND THE DEPARTMENT
The College
The College of Engineering and Computer Science (ECS) is one of only two ABET Accredited Engineering programs in Orange County, California. US News & World Report rank ECS as one of the 'Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs' at schools where a doctorate is not offered. ECS is dedicated to educating and preparing professionals to harness the power and potential of the engineering sciences for the benefit of society. We are home to more than 4,600 talented undergraduate and graduate students and each year we award approximately 1,050 undergraduate and graduate degrees in engineering and the computer sciences. For more information about the college, please go to http://www.fullerton.edu/ecs/
The Department
The Department of Mechanical Engineering at CSUF offers undergraduate (Bachelor of Science) and graduate (Master of Science) programs of study. The Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET. The department has a diverse faculty and student population and is committed to student success through various venues such as incorporating faculty research into teaching, collaborative cross-disciplinary research, and advising. For more information of the department, please go to http://www.fullerton.edu/ecs/me/