Part Time Faculty - Systems Engineering

Loyola Marymount University

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Westchester Campus Until 8/22/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted November 3, 2025 Last posted November 3, 2025
Job description

Loyola Marymount University's Frank R. Seaver College of Science and Engineering is collecting resumes of potential applicants for future Part-Time faculty positions for its M.S. Systems Engineering program, which is offered by the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. There may not be openings at this time, but your application will be kept on file. Current applications will be reviewed as openings occur. The position, when needed, is assumed to be a one-semester appointment, normally to teach 1-2 courses.

The Master of Science in Systems Engineering program serves approximately 40 graduate students with one major program (fully online) with various technical foci, five certificate program (mixed modality), and one dual-degree program in collaboration with MBA of LMU’s College of Business Administration (the MBA portion is in-person). The program faculty is composed of one full-time faculty member and a diverse group of adjunct faculty members. Additional information about the program, curricula, courses, and faculty/staff is available online at https://cse.lmu.edu/graduateprograms/msse/. Information about the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering can be found at https://cse.lmu.edu/department/electricalandcomputerengineeringdepartment/.

The following is a non-exhaustive list of instructor job responsibilities: prepare and distribute a course syllabus; prepare and lead class sessions; hold regular office hours and answer student questions; develop, distribute, and/or grade discussion materials, homework, quizzes, and other course materials; write, proctor, and grade midterm and final examinations; maintain and timely submit class records, such as attendance and grade reports; attend meetings and training, as needed; and comply with all university standards and requirements. The applicants should have relevant teaching experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must have sufficient industry experience in Systems Engineering. Prior teaching experience is preferable. Must have the ability to use browser-based software services, and standard classroom and office equipment. Position requires excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.

Must possess ability for, and genuine interest in, meeting the educational needs of students, and sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, and cultural/ethnic backgrounds of the students.

Required Education:

A minimum of a Masters' degree in a relevant field is required.

Special Instructions:

Interested applicants should submit applications, as early as possible, online at https://jobs.lmu.edu. A completed application consists of:

  • A current CV/resume

  • Cover Letter

  • Statement of Teaching

  • References – names and contact of 3 references required

For inquiries, please contact the chairperson of the department, Dr. Jie Xu, via email jie.xu@lmu.edu.

Minimum salary is $2,517 per unit taught.

Faculty Regular

Loyola Marymount University, a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state and local law. We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being, life experience, and beliefs to apply. (Visit www.lmu.edu for more information.)
About this role

Summary

Teach courses in systems engineering, develop syllabus, grade assignments, and support students

Job title

Part Time Faculty - Systems Engineering

Experience level

industry experience in systems engineering

Industry

education

Location requirements

On-site at Westchester Campus, no remote work allowed

Salary

$2,517 per unit taught

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

industry experience in systems engineeringteaching experiencecommunication

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

systems engineering
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site