Aerospace Engineering Lecturer Pool
San Jose State University | |
United States, California, San Jose | |
April 25, 2024 | |
Department Summary The Aerospace Engineering Department at SJSU offers an ABET-accredited (BSAE) and a (MSAE) in Aerospace Engineering. Hands-on, project-based curricula and state-of-the-art pedagogy prepare our students for professional careers in aerospace engineering fields, such as aircraft and space systems research, design, development, testing, and integration. The Department has approximately 350 undergraduate and 80 graduate students. Students in the MSAE Program can specialize in sustainable aviation concepts, aerospace structural design, astrodynamics, space systems engineering, hypersonics or propulsion. They have opportunities to work with AE faculty and NASA engineers to design, build, test, and launch microsatellites like the , participate in the design, building, and testing of our brand new hypersonic facility, learn how to use machine/deep learning for structural health monitoring, optimize spacecraft trajectories or explore the potential of electric and hybrid propulsion systems for general aviation, commuter, and large air transports. In addition, students can participate in exciting extra-curricular projects, such as the . MSAE students present their work in professional conferences such as the , the , and the The Aerospace Engineering Department website is at: Brief Description of Duties Lecturers are expected to teach their courses using student-centered pedagogies; collaborate with the Aerospace Engineering Assessment Coordinator to assess course and program learning outcomes, maintain office hours in accordance with University Policy, and cooperate with the Department to allow for regular peer-reviews of their teaching. Lecturers are strongly encouraged to seek guidance from Department Chair for clarification of University policies and department practices with respect to grading, testing, textbooks, office hours, curriculum goals, disability accommodations, academic integrity, etc. Faculty are expected to organize their classes using the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS), the official LMS provided for the SJSU community. All classes at SJSU, whether online or not, must be anchored in the Canvas platform to ensure faculty-student connection in a common space as all students are directed to log in to Canvas for online access to their classes. You will have access to this system prior to the semester start date. Candidates must demonstrate an understanding of the needs of a student population with great diversity in age, cultural background, ethnicity, primary language and academic preparation and must be willing to meet these needs through inclusive course materials, research-based student-centered pedagogies in and outside the classroom. Required Qualifications
Conditional Appointment Please be advised that an appointment is contingent upon budget and enrollment considerations and subject to order of assignment provisions in the collective bargaining agreement between the California State University (CSU) and the California Faculty Association (CFA). These provisions state the Order of Work, according to which available courses are assigned to faculty, starting with tenure line faculty and ending with new lecturer appointees. Salary Range Salary to commensurate with experience. Application Procedure This is a continuing open position. Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:
The University enrolls over 35,700 students, a significant percentage of whom are members of minority groups. As such, this position is for scholars interested in a career at a national leader in graduating URM students. SJSU is a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander (AANAPISI) Serving Institution; 40% of our students are first-generation, and 38% are Pell-qualified. The university is currently ranked fifth nationally in increasing student upward mobility. The University is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty so our disciplines, students, and the community can benefit from multiple ethnic and gender perspectives. San Jose State University is California's oldest institution of public higher learning. Located in downtown San Jose (Pop. 1,000,000) in the heart of Silicon Valley, SJSU is part of one of the most innovative regions in the world. As a public university in the heart of Silicon Valley, SJSU combines dynamic teaching, research, and university-industry experiences to prepare students to address the biggest problems facing society. SJSU is a member of the 23-campus California State University (CSU) system. Equal Employment Statement San Jose State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. This policy applies to all San Jose State University students, faculty, and staff as well as University programs and activities. Reasonable accommodations are made for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. Note that all San Jose State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Additional Information |