Quarterly Lecturer - Engineering Management (2026-2027)

Santa Clara University • Santa Clara, CA

2d • $10,948 • Remote

About The Position

The School of Engineering at Santa Clara University seeks a dynamic quarterly lecturer (QL) for the 2026-2027 academic year to teach graduate-level EMGT courses. The successful candidate will possess excellent communication skills, a solid commitment to innovative teaching methods, and the ability to contribute to the diversity, equity, and inclusion goals of the University. They should demonstrate dedication to the well-being and advancement of students, colleagues, the School, and the discipline of engineering management. The role involves teaching in the graduate program, operating within Santa Clara University's quarter system (10-week quarters plus an exam week). QLs can teach up to 4 course equivalencies (CEs) per academic year, with a maximum of 2 CEs per quarter, and an additional 2 CEs during summer terms. Course equivalencies are defined as: 4 unit lecture = 1 CE, and 2 unit lecture = 0.66 CE.

Requirements

• Earned graduate degree (Ph.D. preferred) in engineering management or equivalent.
• At a minimum, candidates should hold a Master’s degree with equivalent experience.
• Must be able to teach in our graduate program.
• Must be able to perform work within California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, or Illinois if approved to telecommute.
• Must be able to provide evidence of identity and legal authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching engineering management concepts at the graduate level.

Responsibilities

• Teach one or more graduate Engineering Management courses.
• Participate in all related activities, including preparing and conducting class meetings.
• Assign and evaluate/grade student work appropriately.
• Be available to students for consultation outside of class.
• Assign student grades appropriately and submit them on time to the Office of Student Records.
• Conduct course assessments as required by the department.
• Complete and submit time cards every two weeks.
• Comply with university and school policies, including those delineated in the School of Engineering Term Faculty Handbook.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level