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Title: Adjunct Instructor, Electrical and Computer Engineering

Area: School of Engineering & Applied Science

Department: Electrical and Computer Engineering

Telework Availability: On-campus Position

Employee Classification: Adjunct

Months per year: 4.5 

Salary Range: $1,686 - $2,423 per section/credit depending on course taught

Is this position eligible for relocation reimbursement or a signing bonus?: No

At this time, the University has suspended all new H1B visa sponsorships.

Job Purpose:

The School of Engineering and Applied Science at Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington, invites applications for its Adjunct Faculty Pool within the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department. We welcome applicants with backgrounds in Electrical and Computer Engineering who can contribute to our vibrant and growing student-centered program. Successful candidates will have the enthusiasm, classroom/lab presence, and skills to engage students and should be committed to pursuing excellence in teaching and promoting an inclusive learning environment. Candidates will be fully responsible for course or lab planning with existing course materials, delivering class sessions, collecting and grading assignments or lab reports, submitting grades, and being available to students for office hours for one hour per week per course (or more if needed). Gonzaga University is committed to building an intellectually vibrant and culturally inclusive community for our students, faculty, and staff.

Teaching assignments include two sessions of EENG 303L Electronics Design I Lab in Fall 2026, with the high possibility of continuing in future fall semesters. Depending on departmental priorities and the candidate’s interests, additional assignments may include teaching EENG 201 Circuit Analysis I (lecture and/or lab) or other electrical engineering courses in Spring 2027 and subsequent terms.

*This is a pool for the department to draw on as necessary. Qualified applicants will be contacted when positions are available.

For more information on our mission, please visit: https://www.gonzaga.edu/about/our-mission-jesuit-values/mission-statement

Essential Functions:

• Prepare, plan, and teach assigned labs or courses 
• Hold office hours (amount determined in consultation with Department Chair) 
• Create and grade assignments or lab reports, including submitting grades according to established deadlines 

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in electrical or computer engineering (or a Bachelor’s degree with professional experience equivalent to a Master’s degree)

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior teaching experience at the university level.
Demonstrated ability/potential to provide quality educational experiences to a diverse student population.

Educational Requirement:

Master's Degree

Physical & On-Campus Requirements:

In-Office Presence - Ability to work on-site in typical office setting and participate in in-person meetings with colleagues: 5 days/week

Standing/Sitting - Ability to remain in a stationary position for a prolonged period: Daily (>75% of time)

Walking - Ability to move about on foot to accomplish tasks: Often (50%-75% of time)

Lifting/Carrying - Ability to move or transport objects up to a specified weight: Daily (>75% of time)

Attention to Detail - Ability to focus on detailed tasks for extended periods: Daily (>75% of time)

Problem-Solving - Ability to identify and resolve issues effectively: Daily (>75% of time)

Required Application Materials: To apply, please visit our website at: www.gonzaga.edu/jobs.

Applicants must complete an online application and electronically submit:
1) Cover letter addressing which courses the candidate is qualified to teach, with a rationale
2) Curriculum Vitae

For assistance with your online application, please call the Human Resources department at 509-313-5996.