Description
The College of Engineering and Applied Science at UCCS is seeking a qualified lecturer to teach a Spacecraft Environment Interactions course as part of a professional graduate program in Space Operations.  The course will be offered online in the Summer term of 2021.  Priority will be given to candidates who possess an advanced degree in engineering or aerospace engineering, experience working in an engineering, aerospace engineering, or space operations field, and demonstrated experience teaching graduate students in an online environment.

Course description: 

Introduction to the properties and effects of the environment in which spacecraft and astronauts must operate. Intensive coverage is given to the earth-sun-lunar system.Topics include earth’s environment ionosphere, atmospheric chemistry, radiation belts, magnetosphere, aurora, geomagnetic storms, celestial background, and bio-astronautic effects.Duties include:

Teaching-related activities such as preparing lectures, posting video lectures, preparing exams, grading, and student interaction.Assessment-related activities such as course curriculum and student learning outcomes and measures.  Lecturer positions are hired semester by semester.  This part-time at will appointment is not eligible for group health, life insurance, and retirement benefits. This position has been determined to be exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Who We Are:
The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is one of four campuses in the University of Colorado system and is home to over 10,500 undergraduate and 1,900 graduate students.

Colorado Springs (pop. 400K+) is situated at the base of Pikes Peak, offers many recreational and cultural activities and was recently ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top Best Places to Live in the U.S.

What We Offer:

Salary: $2100 stipend plus $200 per student up to 10 and $100 per student over 10 (per section), minimum of $4000* per 3 credit hour course

This position is eligible for paid sick leave. Information on benefits, including eligibility, is located at: http://www.cu.edu/employee-services.

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living and working community. To assist in achieving this goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history check.

UCCS is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, the University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political affiliation or political philosophy in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs. Alternative formats of this ad can be provided upon request for individuals with disabilities by contacting the Office of Human Resources at (719) 255-3372.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the established essential functions and meet the physical and environment demands described satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, physical and environmental conditions required of the employee on the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, physical and environmental demands.

Applicants with disabilities: If you have a mental or physical impairment, which limits one of your major life activities (e.g. walking, hearing, seeing, speaking, breathing, or learning) and require special accommodations for testing or interviewing, it is your responsibility to notify the office scheduling the interview or test at least 3 working days before the interview or test date. If you need special accommodations at the work site, you must notify the appointing authority or Human Resources.

The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in engineering, aerospace engineering, or a closely related field. Four months experience teaching graduate level courses (teaching assistant, instructor of record or the equivalent) in an online environment. Preferred Qualifications:

Ph.D. in engineering, aerospace engineering, or a closely related field.Physical Requirements:

While performing the requirements of this job, employee is occasionally required to have long periods of sitting, moderate bending, moderate energy requirements and fine motor skills. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Colorado Springs
Schedule: Part-time
Posting Date: Dec 1, 2020
Unposting Date: Ongoing