Chemical and Materials Engineering Lecturer Pool

Department Summary

The Chemical and Materials Engineering Department at SJSU offers two ABET-accredited (BSChE) and (BSMatE) degrees and two (MSChE) and (MSMatE) degrees. Hands-on, project-based curricula and state-of-the-art pedagogy provide the best possible academic preparation for the wide range of professional opportunities such as research, design, development, testing, and integration of systems available to Chemical and Materials Engineers with an emphasis on technologies that are centered in the Bay Area. The Department has approximately 400 undergraduate and 70 graduate students.

Students majoring in Chemical and Materials Engineering make a difference for society in a broad array of fields including green energy: biofuels, solar cells, and renewable batteries; biotechnology: genetics research, low cost vaccines, and personalized medicine; smart transportation and space exploration; next generation health care: medical devices, surgical tools, and diagnostics; additive manufacturing; flexible electronics, microelectronics, memory, and the internet of things; water purification and environmental engineering. Our students are well prepared for a career in industry or for advanced studies in academia as they gain a solid foundation in chemical or materials engineering principles and design through participation in transformative interdisciplinary faculty research, and interactions with cutting-edge technologies in California high-tech industries and with global partners.

The Chemical and Materials Engineering Department website is at: (insert URL)

Brief Description of Duties

Lecturers are expected to teach their courses using student-centered pedagogies; collaborate with the Chemical and Materials 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.

• Demonstrate awareness of and address the needs of a student population of great diversity- including age, abilities, cultural background, ethnicity, religion, economic background, primary language, sexual orientation, gender identity, and academic preparation-through inclusive course materials, teaching strategies and advisement.
• Faculty shall organize all their classes within the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS).
• All classes must be offered and meet as scheduled throughout the entire semester or term, in the mode assigned and listed in the schedule of classes (i.e., asynchronous, synchronous, bichronous, in-person, or hybrid).

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Materials Engineering or closely related field is required to teach lower division undergraduate courses.
• A Master's degree in Chemical or Materials Engineering or closely related field is required to teach upper division undergraduate as well as graduate courses.
• Knowledge of the subject matter in the area assigned for teaching demonstrated through relevant professional experience and/or a Ph.D. or Sc.D. degree in Chemical or Materials Engineering or closely related field.
• Evidence of satisfactory achievement in previous academic work and commitment to teaching.
• Ability to communicate effectively via oral and written means.

Compensation

Compensation and salary range placement are determined by qualifications and experience. Anticipated hiring ranges:

L-A / - $4530 - $5405 L-B / - $5405 - $6786 L-C / - $6190 - $8554 L-D / - $7794 - $9385

Ranges are the anticipated monthly salary rate of full-time AY faculty--part-time rates are prorated. There are 6 monthly payments per semester (full-time AY annual salary = rate x 12).

Application Procedure

Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:

• CV
• List of at least three (3) or as many as five (5) references
• Cover letter with Statement of Teaching Philosophy and list of courses you are qualified to teach (visit CME department website at (insert URL) for course catalog).
• This is a continuing open position.

Employment Conditions

Faculty employees must complete CSU employee training as assigned and required based on their role. Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and CSU systemwide policy, the faculty member in this position will be subject to ongoing review for designation as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).

Conditional Offer

The work for this faculty position is located in the State of California and requires commuting to the campus. Employment is contingent upon US residence and proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Offers of employment are conditional and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information.

San Jose State University: Silicon Valley's Public University

Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, SJSU is the founding campus of the 23-campus California State University (CSU) system. The 2020 #1 Most Transformative University in the nation according to Money Magazine, San Jose State is an essential partner in the economic, cultural, and social development of Silicon Valley, the Bay Area, and California. SJSU is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty so our disciplines, students, and community can benefit from different and divergent cultural and identity perspectives.