What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lecturer of Electrical and Computer Engineering position at Union College?
Union College invites applications for the position of Lecturer of Electrical and Computer Engineering, beginning September 1, 2025. Review of applications will begin on April 25, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. Applications received by April 25 will receive priority consideration.
Position description:
The position is renewable with a contract period of three years. Opportunities for promotion to Senior Lecturer (with renewable five-year contracts) occur after six years.
We encourage applicants from all areas of expertise, including but not limited to circuit design and fabrication, RF electronics, and communications. Applicants must have an M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field by August 2025. Candidates with industry or consulting experience in the above-mentioned specialties are welcome to apply.
Primary responsibilities of the successful candidate include the following:
Teaching undergraduate courses in circuit analysis and design, RF electronics, and communications. Developing undergraduate elective courses in the candidate’s areas of expertise. Supervision of senior capstone projects. Co-curricular duties that may include: supervising the student projects lab; organizing the department seminar series; coordinating the senior capstone design experience; and advising student clubs and design competition teams.
Although research is not an expectation of this position, the successful candidate will have the option to continue scholarly activity and will be eligible to apply for internal College funds, and will have access to a wide array of advanced instrumentation and facilities.
About the Electrical, Computer, and Biomedical Engineering Department:
In 1845, Union College became the first liberal arts institution in the nation to offer a degree in engineering. We currently offer ABET-accredited degree programs in Biomedical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering, and new programs in Civil and Environmental engineering that will seek ABET accreditation. Our programs emphasize close student-faculty interaction with opportunities to study abroad, perform hands-on undergraduate research, and minor in disciplines ranging from theater and dance to history and economics.
Application instructions:
Please submit all application materials as pdf files. Only the materials listed below will be considered.
Compensation
The annual salary range for this position is $83,000-$86,000. Except for roles with a set rate of pay, the wage/salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The stated hiring rate/range represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Location: Schenectady, NY
We offer exceptional benefits including:
E-Verify Participation: Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify and your Right to Work (Derecho a Trabajar).
Position description:
The position is renewable with a contract period of three years. Opportunities for promotion to Senior Lecturer (with renewable five-year contracts) occur after six years.
We encourage applicants from all areas of expertise, including but not limited to circuit design and fabrication, RF electronics, and communications. Applicants must have an M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field by August 2025. Candidates with industry or consulting experience in the above-mentioned specialties are welcome to apply.
Primary responsibilities of the successful candidate include the following:
Teaching undergraduate courses in circuit analysis and design, RF electronics, and communications. Developing undergraduate elective courses in the candidate’s areas of expertise. Supervision of senior capstone projects. Co-curricular duties that may include: supervising the student projects lab; organizing the department seminar series; coordinating the senior capstone design experience; and advising student clubs and design competition teams.
Although research is not an expectation of this position, the successful candidate will have the option to continue scholarly activity and will be eligible to apply for internal College funds, and will have access to a wide array of advanced instrumentation and facilities.
About the Electrical, Computer, and Biomedical Engineering Department:
In 1845, Union College became the first liberal arts institution in the nation to offer a degree in engineering. We currently offer ABET-accredited degree programs in Biomedical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering, and new programs in Civil and Environmental engineering that will seek ABET accreditation. Our programs emphasize close student-faculty interaction with opportunities to study abroad, perform hands-on undergraduate research, and minor in disciplines ranging from theater and dance to history and economics.
Application instructions:
Please submit all application materials as pdf files. Only the materials listed below will be considered.
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of teaching interests that, where applicable, includes a description of experiences working with diverse learning communities.
Compensation
The annual salary range for this position is $83,000-$86,000. Except for roles with a set rate of pay, the wage/salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The stated hiring rate/range represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Location: Schenectady, NY
We offer exceptional benefits including:
- Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts)
- Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and Discounts for On-Campus Wellness Programs
- Employee Scholarships toward Certifications, Seminars, Training and Professional Development
- Pre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Salary Continuation Program in the event of Disability
- Tuition Assistance Program for Employee, Spouse and/or Dependents
E-Verify Participation: Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify and your Right to Work (Derecho a Trabajar).
Salary : $83,000 - $86,000
