Adjunct Instructor - Electrical & Computer Engineering

Position Announcement Utah Valley University is seeking an Adjunct Instructor in Electrical and Computer Engineering!

Summary of Responsibilities

• Design and teach courses in the field of Electrical & Computer Engineering.
• Plans, prepares, and follows an approved course of study that includes measurable objectives for each course taught.
• Prepares instructional materials (course outlines, syllabi, exams, etc.) as necessary.-Instructs, manages, and supervises students in classrooms and computer labs using appropriate teaching methods.
• Evaluates instruction and learning by means of appropriate testing methods and in consultation with full-time faculty.
• Works closely with an assigned full-time faculty member to ensure academic standards, department standards, and course/program outcomes are met in each class taught.
• Maintains a student-oriented approach to education.
• Coordinates engaged and/or service-learning work experience programs with students as assigned.-Assists counselors, department chairperson and or program coordinator, faculty, and department staff in maintaining an effective program.
• Serves on curriculum committees and attends meetings as assigned.
• Improves professionally and maintains currency in the courses taught by: Reading and utilizing materials found in trade, technical, and professional publications; Surveying and researching industrial and business establishments; Obtaining and maintaining certification and degrees as required; Attending professional and specialty courses; Keeping abreast of new development trends, and techniques.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Knowledge of subject matter and course content of classes to be taught, instructional strategies, and techniques.
• Knowledge of student management, motivation, and evaluation.
• Knowledge of effective human relations skills and communication techniques.
• Ability to apply effectively general principles to specific conditions.
• Ability to work effectively with people.

Benefits

Utah Valley University’s dedication to exceptional care offers quality service and benefits to employees while staying committed to meeting the needs of a diverse workforce.

Although part-time and adjunct (less than 30 hours per week) employees are ineligible for the full-time employee benefits package, the university is pleased to offer the following:

• Undergraduate tuition remission benefit:
• Part-time: waives 100 percent of tuition and general student fees for up to 3 credit hours or 1 course after 6 consecutive months of employment and a minimum of 480 hours worked (dependents do not qualify)
• Adjunct: waives 100 percent of tuition and general student fees for one course per semester in which there is an active teaching assignment at the university (dependents do not qualify)
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Access to Campus Recreation and Wellness
• Exclusive cash rewards through Utah Community Credit Union’s (UCCU) branch on UVU’s campus when becoming a member

EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant’s qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.