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UCSB PaCE Part-Time Instructor - High Tech Manufacturing

The Department of Professional and Continuing Education (Extension) at the University of California, Santa Barbara invites applications for a pool of qualified temporary, part-time instructors to teach on-site courses for our Science & Engineering Program for upcoming openings. We are seeking qualified applicants who possess current subject matter expertise and have a passion for teaching in the following programs and courses.

High Tech Manufacturing

• Basics of high tech manufacturing
• Overview of semiconductor fabrication
• Cleanroom basics and protocols w/ lab
• Statistical aspects of manufacturing processes
• Other Related Topics

Instructor duties include but are not limited to:

• Make appropriate adjustments to continually improve the syllabus, curriculum and course materials. May be based upon programmatic and/or student feedback.
• Prepare and deliver course materials and design learning assessments.
• Design interactive and motivational classroom activities to fully engage participants and to reinforce student learning.
• Stay current within the subject, discipline or field of practice.
• Use subject-matter expertise and leverage additional resources appropriately to enhance the curriculum.
• Communicate teaching objectives and specific learning outcomes to students, and clearly outline/explain the grading policies for the course.
• Respond to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner.
• Employ culturally competent and inclusive teaching methodologies in the classroom (including teaching non-native speakers and/or students with academic letters of accommodations for learning disabilities).
• Evaluate student achievement of specific learning outcomes and assign grades.
• Post final student grades to the transcript system within two weeks of course completion.
• Handle student inquiries about final grades and consult with Program Director as needed.
• Retain student records according to University policies.

The posting will remain open until March 31, 2027 to accommodate department needs. The pool will close on March 31, 2027; if you would like to continue to be considered after that time, and the pooled position is advertised again, you will need to submit a new application.

Screening of applicants begins immediately after the Initial Review Date has passed; some appointments may begin as early as the 2026 summer quarter. The number of these temporary, part-time, non-tenure track, academic positions varies from quarter to quarter, depending on the needs of the department. Appointments are offered on a course-by-course basis, and appointment length is based upon course section schedule(s). Appointments may be renewable based on need, funding, and performance.

Qualifications

(required at time of application)

A bachelor's degree in one of the following fields:

-Physical Science and/or Engineering -Technology Manufacturing

OR

one professional certification in one of the following fields:

-Physical Science and/or Engineering -Technology Manufacturing

(required at time of start)

3 years of combined experience in one or more of following fields:

• High Tech Manufacturing
• High tech project management
• Teaching high-tech Manufacturing

Preference will be given to applicants with a Master's degree in one of the following fields:

-Physical Science and/or Engineering -Technology Manufacturing

OR

5 years of experience in one of the following fields:

-Physical Science and/or Engineering -Technology Manufacturing

Application Requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter (Optional)
• Statement of Teaching (Optional)

• 2-4 required (contact information only)

The department will conduct a reference check for the finalist before extending an offer.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.