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Quarterly Lecturer - Computer Science and Engineering (2026-2027 Pool)

Santa Clara University  ·  Santa Clara, CA
LecturerNon-TenureComputer Science and Engineering

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Position Title: Quarterly Lecturer - Computer Science and Engineering (2026-2027 Pool) Position Type: Temporary Salary Range: $10,948 per Course Equivalent (CE) Purpose: The Department of Computer Science and Engineering seeks applications for quarterly lecturers (QLs) f or the 2026-2027 academic year to teach Computer Science and Engineering courses. Santa Clara University operates on a quarter system. Each quarter

(fall, winter, and spring) is 10 weeks long, with an extra week for final examinations. Graduate classes are typically held during the 7:10-9:00 a.m., 5:25-7:15 p.m., and 7:25-9:15 p.m. time slots. Undergraduate classes are held at various times throughout the day (Monday-Friday). QLs are allowed to teach up to 4-course equivalencies (CEs) per academic year with no more than 2 CEs in any particular quarter.

Additionally, QLs are allowed to teach an additional 2 CEs during the summer terms. Generally, course equivalencies are: UNDERGRADUATE : 4 unit lecture = 1 CE 1 unit lab = 0.5 CE 1 unit lab with a teaching assistant (TA) = 0.25 GRADUATE : 4 unit lecture = 1 CE 2 unit lecture = 0.66 CE Basic Qualifications Earned graduate degree (Ph.D. preferred) in computer science, computer engineering, or a closely related field.

At a minimum, candidates should hold a Master’s degree with equivalent experience. Demonstrated excellence in teaching computer science and engineering at the undergraduate level and/or graduate level. Responsibilities Teach one or more undergraduate or graduate courses in computer science and engineering, including: 1. Prepare and conduct all assigned class meetings; 2. Assign and evaluate/grade student work

appropriately; 3. Be available to students for consultation outside of class; 4. Assign student grades appropriately and submitting them on time to the Office of Student Records; 5. Conduct course assessments as required by the department; and Special Instructions to Applicants All QL faculty must apply via Workday once each academic year to be hired as a QL faculty. Your application must include, letter of interest

and the specific courses you are interested in teaching that matches your expertise and contact information for three references Additional Information Hiring is made on a quarterly basis. The first-class dates for the 2026-2027 academic year are: Fall 2026 – Monday, September 21, 2026 Winter 2027 – Monday, January 4, 2027 Spring 2027 – Monday, March 29, 2027 Summer 2027 - (to be determined) Please note that your

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