Part-Time Lecturer Pool, Fowler School of Engineering, Fall 2026

Job Details

Description

The Fowler School of Engineering at Chapman University invites applications for its Part-Time Lecturer pool for Fall 2026 in the following areas:

• Computer Science
• Computer Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Data Science
• Software Engineering
• Game Development

Appointments from the part-time pool are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term, so applicants must be available on short notice. The Fall term begins mid-August and ends late-December; the Spring term begins mid-January and ends mid-May. Opportunities for teaching during the Summer and Interterm Sessions may also be available.

All instruction is delivered on Chapman University's main campus in Orange, California.

Chapman University is a nationally ranked, R2 Carnegie Classified, private institution offering traditional undergraduate and graduate programs in the heart of Orange County, one of Southern California’s most diverse and vibrant regions. Chapman’s campuses are home to nearly 10,000 students representing 50 states, three territories, and 87 countries. The 11 schools and colleges of Chapman, including Fowler School of Engineering, offer 65 bachelor's, 53 master's, and six doctoral programs, along with nearly 60 minors and 17 integrated programs. Classes are taught by more than 1,100 dedicated faculty members who are leaders in their fields, including Nobel Prize recipients, MacArthur Fellows, National Medal of Science honorees, former U.S. Supreme Court clerks, and Emmy, Grammy, and Academy Award winners.

Opened in the fall of 2019, the Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler School of Engineering offers undergraduate degree programs in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Electrical Engineering, and Software Engineering, and a graduate program in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. The School also offers several interdisciplinary minors and themed inquiry programs, which allow students from across other Chapman programs to explore engineering. Fowler Engineering is committed to contributing solutions to global challenges, and a key component of that mission is recruiting and supporting faculty, staff, and students from the broadest possible set of backgrounds and experiences. The Swenson Family Hall of Engineering, which opened in 2021, provides state-of-the-art facilities for teaching and research, enabling truly boundaryless experiences.

Responsibilities

Fowler School of Engineering seeks talented educators who are committed to student-centered, hands-on learning in a small-class environment.

• Teach undergraduate and/or in your area of expertise
• Prepare and deliver lectures, assignments, and assessments
• Hold office hours to support student learning and success
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure course outcomes align with program objectives

Potential Courses Include:

• Programming (e.g., Python, C/C++, Java)
• Data Structures and Algorithms
• Machine Learning and Data Science
• Circuits and Electronics
• Digital Logic and Computer Architecture
• Artificial Intelligence
• Software Design
• Database Systems Implementation

Qualifications

• Required: Master’s degree or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a closely related field
• Preferred: Prior university-level teaching experience
• Valued: Significant industry experience in relevant areas

Application Instructions

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to electronically submit:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Cover letter
• Brief teaching statement (1–2 pages) describing your teaching philosophy and relevant experience
• List of courses you are qualified to teach
• Contact information for three references

For any inquiries, please contact Maryam Etezadbrojerdi at engineering@chapman.edu. Please use Part-Time Lecturer Pool Inquiry as the subject line.

The Fowler School of Engineering will draw from the pool as necessary when openings arise. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications will remain in the applicant pool until August 15, 2026. Should you remain interested in future openings, you will need to reapply.

Successful completion of a background check is required for all final candidates selected from the pool. The pay range for course and course related work for this position is $51.28 per hour. This position is contingent on final budget approval.