The Department of Computer Science and Engineering seeks applications for quarterly adjunct lecturers (QA - Ls) for the 2023-2024 academic year to teach Computer Science and 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., 5:10-7:00 p.m., and 7:10-9:00 p.m. time slots. Undergraduate classes are held at various... more details
Position Title:
Quarterly Adjunct Lecturer - Computer Science and Engineering (Pool)
Position Type:
Temporary
Salary Range:
$9460 per Course Equivalent (CE)
Purpose:
The Department of Computer Science and Engineering seeks applications for quarterly adjunct lecturers (QALs) for the 2023-2024 academic year to teach Computer Science and 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., 5:10-7:00 p.m., and 7:10-9:00 p.m. time slots. Undergraduate classes are held at various times throughout the day (Monday-Friday).
QALs are allowed to teach up to 4-course equivalencies (CEs) per academic year with no more than 2 CEs in any particular quarter. Additionally, QALs are allowed to teach an additional 2 CEs during the summer terms.
Generally, course equivalencies are:
UNDERGRADUATE:
4 unit lecture = 1 CE
1 unit lab = 0.5 CE
1 unit lab with a teaching assistant (TA) = 0.25
GRADUATE:
4 unit lecture = 1 CE
2 unit lecture = 0.66 CE
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 level and/or graduate level.
Responsibilities
Teach one or more undergraduate or graduate courses in computer science and engineering, including:
1. Prepare and conduct all assigned class meetings;
2. Assign and evaluate/grade student work appropriately;
3. Be available to students for consultation outside of class;
4. Assign student grades appropriately and submitting them on time to the Office of Student Records;
5. Conduct course assessments as required by the department; and
Special Instructions to Applicants
All QAL faculty must apply via Workday once each academic year to be hired as a QAL faculty.
Your letter of application must include, letter of interest and the specific courses you are interested in teaching that matches your expertise and contact information for three references
Additional Information
Hiring is made on a quarterly basis. The first-class dates for the 2023-2024 academic year are:
Fall 2023 – Monday, September 18, 2023
Winter 2024 – Monday, January 8, 2024
Spring 2024 – Monday, April 2, 2024
Summer 2024 - Thursday, June 20, 2024
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Work Authorization:
Santa Clara University does not sponsor any visa applications for this position. The successful candidate must be able to provide evidence of identity and legal authorization to work in the United States.
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