Lecturer, Electrical, Computer and Systems Engineering (ECSE)

Job Summary:

The Department of Electrical Computer and Systems Engineering (ECSE) at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute invites applications for a full-time Lecturer. The Lecturer will contribute to the Departments teaching mission by delivering high-quality instruction in undergraduate and graduate courses supporting the core engineering curriculum and fostering student success. Candidates from all ECSE disciplines are encouraged to apply; areas of particular interest include electronics (especially analog and mixed-signal integrated circuit design) computer architecture control and robotics and artificial intelligence.

This is a full-time faculty appointment that may be made for one year and is renewable based on available funding enrollment satisfactory performance and the business needs of the School of Engineering.

Who we are:

Founded in 1824 Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) is the first technological research university in the United States. We bring creativity science and technology together to address societys greatest cultivate exceptional problem-solvers by immersing them in a culture of rigorous inquiry disciplined practice and hands-on application. Our strategic plan RPI Forward charts a pioneering course for the next era of RPI.Explore the RPI Forward plan.

Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY RPI is home tofive schools 32 research centers three makerspaces an observatory one of the worlds fastest supercomputers and the IBM Quantum System One - the first university-based quantum computer in the world.

With top notch employee health and retirement benefits Rensselaer offers its full-time employees a generous paid time off program tuition remission and opportunities for career growth.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. or foreign equivalent in Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering Computer and Systems Engineering or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate technical concepts effectively.
• Ability to teach undergraduate and/or graduate lecture and laboratory engineering courses.
• Ability to contribute to the educational mission of the Department and School of Engineering.

Applicants must meet all stated minimum education and experience requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior teaching experience in higher education including as a Graduate Teaching Assistant Lecturer Instructor or a comparable instructional role.
• Experience teaching courses in electronics analog and mixed-signal integrated circuit design computer architecture control systems robotics artificial intelligence or related ECSE disciplines.
• Experience mentoring undergraduate and/or graduate students.
• Demonstrated ability to develop innovative instructional materials and learning experiences.

Minimum Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering computer engineering and/or computer and systems engineering principles.
• Excellent verbal written presentation and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively teach and engage students in classroom laboratory and online learning environments.
• Proficiency with current instructional technologies and personal computing applications.
• Strong organizational planning and time-management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty staff and students from diverse backgrounds.
• Commitment to fostering a welcoming and inclusive academic environment.

Preferred Knowledge Skill and Abilities:

• Knowledge of modern pedagogical practices and student-centered learning approaches.
• Experience developing course materials assessments and curriculum.
• Ability to contribute meaningfully to ECSEs core teaching mission and engineering curriculum.
• Experience utilizing educational technologies to enhance student learning and engagement.

Representative Job Duties:

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate lecture and laboratory courses within the Department of Electrical Computer and Systems Engineering.
• Develop and maintain course syllabi lectures assignments examinations laboratory exercises and other instructional materials.
• Evaluate student performance and provide timely feedback.
• Hold office hours and provide academic guidance and support to students.
• Participate in curriculum development assessment and continuous improvement activities.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to support departmental educational objectives.
• Participate in departmental service meetings curriculum development and other academic activities as appropriate.
• Maintain currency in relevant technical and educational disciplines.
• Contribute to a positive and productive academic environment that supports student success.

Shift:

Business Hours: Monday - Friday

Travel:

Starting Salary/Rate:

Expected hiring range: $80000 - $95000

Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidates salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget internal equity and the final candidates qualifications experience education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaers good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.

Application instructions:

Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your CV cover letter teaching statement and contact information for three references.

If you need assistance with the online application process please contact

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Total Compensation and Benefits Information:

Rensselaers Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth a comprehensive and affordable benefits package and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information please visitBenefits Human Resources ().