"Lecturer or Senior Lecturer, Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design"

Job Description

The University of Texas at San Antonio is a Tier One research university and a Hispanic Serving Institution specializing in cybersecurity, health, fundamental futures, and social-economic transformation. With more than 35,000 students, it is the largest university in the San Antonio region. UTSA advances knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service, and with an intentional focus on career readiness the university produces more graduates for the workforce than any other institution in the region. It is a catalyst for socioeconomic development and the commercialization of intellectual property — for Texas, the nation and the world. UTSA has been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online, on UTSA Today or on X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.

In 2024, the UT System Board of Regents authorized UT System to begin integrating UTSA and UT Health San Antonio into one unified institution, establishing a world-class university that integrates academic, research, and clinical excellence to build a profoundly impactful university of the future. Driven by a vision for growth and impact, this merger will expand capacity to offer robust undergraduate and graduate programs, attract top-tier faculty and staff, develop innovative initiatives, and elevate transdisciplinary research to address the evolving needs of the region.

Posting End Date: Applications review will begin immediately and will be open until position is filled. At the discretion of the hiring department, this position posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Salary Range: Up to $40,000-$73,600/Annualized, commensurate with education, experience and qualifications.

Hours: up to 40 hours per week, for 9 months of each year, exempt.

Seeking to fill a one (1) year fixed term track faculty appointment (i.e. non-tenure track).

Required Application Materials:

• A current curriculum vitae (CV), or resume.
• Letter of application.
• Statement of experience related to teaching at the undergraduate level.
• Contact information for 3-5 professional references.

Essential Functions

Teach up to four courses per semester in Civil Engineering (CE) and Engineering (EGR), such as Technical Communication (EGR 1403), Computer Applications in Civil Engineering (CE 2313), Numerical Methods in Civil Engineering (CE 3173), among others, at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

The instructor's teaching duties will involve, but are not limited to:

1. Develop lesson plans, course materials, and student assignments for the assigned courses,
2. Provide classroom instruction, and assess students' progress by grading assignments, papers, exams, and other work.
3. Respond to students' inquiries, provide advice/guidance to students on their courses and career plans, and perform service duties as assigned by the School/Department.
4. Expected to have ample experience in one or more of the specialty areas in civil and environmental engineering, including environmental engineering, geotechnical engineering, structural engineering, transportation engineering, and water resources engineering.
5. Engage actively with the civil and environmental engineering industries to expose students to real-life engineering activities.

This is a temporary position with an expected end date of 8/31/2028. This position may be extended or shortened based on availability of funds and/or departmental need.

Required Qualifications

Lecturer

• M.S. degree in civil engineering or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in civil engineering.
• This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UTSA and its infrastructure.

Senior Lecturer

• Ph.D. degree in civil engineering or a related discipline.
• 2+ years of experience in civil engineering.
• This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UTSA and its infrastructure.

Preferred Qualifications

Both levels

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to learn and use UTSA applications (e.g., Canvas, Bluebook, etc.).
• Willingness to work with others to develop joint courses and other educational programs.
• Expertise in AutoCad.
• Ability to code in Python, Mathematica, or other computational tools.

Additional Information

• UTSA is a tobacco free campus.
• This is a security sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
• Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
• Valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) as applicable.

Working Conditions

• Main Campus
• Anticipated semester of hire is Fall 2025.

This position will be primarily located on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. UTSA campuses are accessible to persons with disabilities.