Part-Time Engineering Instructor (In-person and Online)

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Position overview Position title: Extension Instructor Application Window Open date: August 12, 2026 Most recent review date: Friday, Sep 11, 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: Thursday, Dec 31, 2026 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 Part-Time Engineering Instructor (In-person and Online) University of California, Riverside - Extension ABOUT UCR UNIVERSITY EXTENSION University Extension is the continuing and professional education division of the University of California, Riverside offering programs and certificates to domestic and international students. University Extension values excellence and has educated domestic and international students for over forty years. POSITION OVERVIEW Position Title: Engineering Instructor: Part-Time UNEX Instructor Salary Range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $6,000-$7,500 per course (depending on highest degree and number of enrollments). Instructor compensation is determined by course length, number of units, enrollment, budgetary considerations, and other factors. Anticipated Start: Fall 2026 Location: In-person or Online POSITION DESCRIPTION University Extension is seeking experienced professionals with advanced degrees and a minimum of 5 years' industry experience to join our instructional team as part-time instructors for adult learners. Successful candidates of this continuous recruitment will be eligible to teach XR courses as they are scheduled during the year. XR courses are University of California catalog courses administered and run by the campus's Extension. The "X" designation stands for Extension, while the "R" stands for Riverside campus. The courses are taught by instructors and approved by the respective campus department/school/college and the Committee on Courses of the Academic Senate. XR courses are designed for non-traditional, non-matriculating students. XR courses are designed to reach adult learners or other non-matriculated students such as high school students. They may, in some instances, be designed to serve matriculated university students in a specific way (e.g., helping transfer students meet requirements for admission to the university) with the expressed permission of the Dean of the appropriate college/school. XR Courses are 10-12 weeks in length, average 3 or 4 hour lecture/ 1 hour discussion hours per week, and are offered in-person or online. Courses are typically scheduled days and evenings, Monday - Saturday. There may also be opportunities to teach courses abroad for transnational education partnerships. Course include:EE XR003 - Electronics, Smart Phones, and Mobile Internet ME XR004 - Energy and Environment Future Approved XR Courses in the field and sub-fields of Engineering RESPONSIBILITIESProvide instruction in accordance with the established instructional agreement, curriculum outlines, and class schedule provided by University Extension. Communicate teaching objectives and specific learning outcomes to students, and clearly outline the grading policies of the course. Work in conjunction with collaborative partners and subject matter experts to ensure that course information is current. Participate in scheduled orientations, meetings, and mandatory training programs by UCR's established deadlines. Maintain timely and accurate academic records within the learning management system, and submit timely and accurate documentation as well as student grades as outlined in the instructional agreement. Maintain appropriate standards of professional conduct. Become familiar with and follow UCR Extension's Instructor Manual and Curricular Guidelines. Respond to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner. Remain current regarding the professional body of knowledge in the field of practice. Complete required administrative required administrative tasks in a timely manner including: completing all hiring paperwork; submitting updated syllabi; signing instructor contract; submitting required textbook orders; communicating audio visual and classroom needs. Employ culturally competent teaching methodologies in the classroom. REQUIREMENTS Minimum RequirementsAdvanced degree in Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience. Five years of related work experience. Excellent verbal, written communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Ability to provide instruction in-person and online. Commitment to the University's mission. Authorization to work in the United States. Preferred QualificationsPreference will be given to UCR Graduate students who are ABD, UCR graduates, and UCR Lecturers. Experience with Canvas learning platform. Experience teaching adult learners. Experience with curriculum development and course design. Ability to teach a wide range of courses in field of expertise. Bilingual in Spanish APPLICATION INFORMATION To apply please visit the recruitment page. This is a continuous recruitment. Applications will be reviewed on a continuous basis. The interview process may include a teaching demonstration. For more information about UCR Extension, please visit the UCR Extension website. Document Requirement:Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. Cover Letter Statement of Teaching (optional) Reference Requirement:4 required; 2 optional (contact information only) EMPLOYMENT INFORMATIONIndividuals hired to teach these courses must understand that all such agreements with the University are made on a course-by-course basis and that the instructor has no guarantee, expressed or implied, of continual involvement with the University in any capacity. This part-time position has no benefits but participates in the University of California Defined Contrib

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