Lecturer in Software Engineering

Job Description:

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECpE) at Iowa State University (ISU) invites applications for two part-time positions of Lecturer (term faculty) to teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in software engineering.

The successful candidate is envisioned to be a skilled and enthusiastic educator who is able to use an appropriate mix of traditional and innovative approaches, such as online, project-based, active, and asynchronous learning, to deliver course material. The position is for a 2-semester term.  Candidates are expected to have an excellent record of achievement in teaching or engineering practice in software engineering. 

The ECpE Department is committed to sustaining a collegial, positive, and productive environment for each individual and for the collective benefit of all.  All faculty members have a common responsibility to support and sustain our core values and are expected to convey good citizenship within department, college, and university activities, interact collegially and maintain the highest standards of integrity and ethical behavior.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Candidates for this position must hold a Ph.D. OR an MS degree and 1 year of professional experience, OR a BS degree and 5 years of professional experience.

• Degree must be in software engineering or a closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Practical experience in the area of specialization and a Ph.D. in the specialty area are preferred.

Department Unit/Website:

For more information about our department’s engineering programs, go to www.ece.iastate.edu.

Proposed Start Date:

August 16, 2024

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:

May 15, 2025

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

09 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Part time

Application Instructions:

Applications will be accepted until this position is filled. However, to receive full consideration, applications should be received by August 1, 2024.

All interested, qualified persons must apply for this position online at www.jobs.iastate.edu.

The following documents must be submitted in PDF format:

1) Letter of application

2) Curriculum vitae

3) Contact information for at least three references, including name, mailing address, email address, and phone number, and other pertinent information.

Direct questions to ecpesearch@iastate.edu or call 515-294-1097.

Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

Original Posting Date:

July 26, 2024

Posting Close Date:

Job Requisition Number:

R15210