ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION VACANCY
Visiting Instructor of Engineering
ABOUT THIS POSITION
Summary: The
Engineering Program at Colorado Mesa University invites applications for a
full-time, one-year temporary Instructor of Engineering position beginning January
2026 (or August 2025 for a prepared candidate). The successful candidate will
be a dynamic and student-focused educator prepared to teach lower-division
engineering courses within the mechanical, civil, or electrical and computer
engineering curricula. This position supports CMU's mission of providing
high-quality, hands-on undergraduate engineering education in a supportive and
inclusive environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Department: Computer Science and Engineering
Employment Type: Faculty
HOW TO APPLY
Application Deadline: To ensure full consideration, complete applications must be received by 6/22/2025.
How to Apply: Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload:
Direct Inquiries Contact: Sarah Lanci, [email protected]
ABOUT COLORADO MESA UNIVERSITY
A comprehensive university in Grand Junction, Colorado Mesa University provides exceptional educational opportunities on a state-of-the-art campus. As western Colorado's largest university, CMU serves students on its main campus in Grand Junction, its satellite campus in Montrose, its technical college, CMU Tech, and via online offerings.
Colorado Mesa University serves as the primary intellectual and cultural center of western Colorado and promotes the exchange of ideas that are of regional, national, and international importance. Founded in 1925, it is a dynamic university enrolling 10,000 students at the associate, baccalaureate, and graduate levels.
At the heart of the CMU experience is an integrative and experiential approach to higher education that encourages students to think differently and empowers them to challenge assumptions. CMU brings students together with expert scholars and thinkers from different disciplines to make connections between ideas and gain the skills to solve the unstructured, complex problems they will encounter in life. Our focus is on providing quality academic programs, built on a strong liberal arts core that supports students' interests and regional employment needs, as well as technical programs that respond to vocational workforce demands.
The Grand Valley is home to some of the best outdoor recreation in the state of Colorado and you will not have to fight traffic and crowds to enjoy it. CMU is surrounded by the Grand Mesa, Book Cliffs, and the Colorado National Monument. We have world-class mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, rafting, and a mountain resort that's less than 45 minutes from campus for skiing, snowboarding, and cross-country skiing. Living and working in Grand Junction, you will be able to explore one of Colorado's best kept secrets.
Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education.
Colorado Mesa University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. Applicant must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility. Colorado Mesa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and the type of accommodation needed.
Visiting Instructor of Engineering
ABOUT THIS POSITION
Summary: The
Engineering Program at Colorado Mesa University invites applications for a
full-time, one-year temporary Instructor of Engineering position beginning January
2026 (or August 2025 for a prepared candidate). The successful candidate will
be a dynamic and student-focused educator prepared to teach lower-division
engineering courses within the mechanical, civil, or electrical and computer
engineering curricula. This position supports CMU's mission of providing
high-quality, hands-on undergraduate engineering education in a supportive and
inclusive environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Teach a standard
instructional load of 12 credits of in-person lower-division engineering
courses and associated labs per semester -
Teach courses that may
include (but are not limited to) engineering CAD/drafting, geomatics and
surveying, introductory design, statics, solid mechanics, material
science, dynamics, circuits, or programming -
Participate in
department meetings, professional development activities within the
department and university, and contribute to program initiatives as
appropriate
-
Master's degree in
engineering or a closely related field from a regionally accredited
institution -
Interest and ability
to teach lower-division engineering courses -
Ability to effectively
engage students through active learning -
Demonstrated
commitment to and enthusiasm for teaching -
Effective
communication and organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications:
-
Ph.D. in engineering
or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution and/or
5+ years of engineering industry experience -
Professional
experience or teaching background in mechanical, civil, or
electrical/computer engineering -
Familiarity with
active learning, project-based instruction, or hands-on lab environments -
Experience working
with diverse student populations -
Evidence of commitment
to undergraduate teaching and mentoring
Department: Computer Science and Engineering
Employment Type: Faculty
HOW TO APPLY
Application Deadline: To ensure full consideration, complete applications must be received by 6/22/2025.
How to Apply: Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae or resume
- Statement describing teaching philosophy, including concrete examples that demonstrate strategies for effective teaching
- At least three references, one of which should be able to speak to your mentoring or teaching experience and effectiveness
- Copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social security number or birthdate, please redact that information before uploading the document. Official transcripts will be required upon hire)
Direct Inquiries Contact: Sarah Lanci, [email protected]
ABOUT COLORADO MESA UNIVERSITY
A comprehensive university in Grand Junction, Colorado Mesa University provides exceptional educational opportunities on a state-of-the-art campus. As western Colorado's largest university, CMU serves students on its main campus in Grand Junction, its satellite campus in Montrose, its technical college, CMU Tech, and via online offerings.
Colorado Mesa University serves as the primary intellectual and cultural center of western Colorado and promotes the exchange of ideas that are of regional, national, and international importance. Founded in 1925, it is a dynamic university enrolling 10,000 students at the associate, baccalaureate, and graduate levels.
At the heart of the CMU experience is an integrative and experiential approach to higher education that encourages students to think differently and empowers them to challenge assumptions. CMU brings students together with expert scholars and thinkers from different disciplines to make connections between ideas and gain the skills to solve the unstructured, complex problems they will encounter in life. Our focus is on providing quality academic programs, built on a strong liberal arts core that supports students' interests and regional employment needs, as well as technical programs that respond to vocational workforce demands.
The Grand Valley is home to some of the best outdoor recreation in the state of Colorado and you will not have to fight traffic and crowds to enjoy it. CMU is surrounded by the Grand Mesa, Book Cliffs, and the Colorado National Monument. We have world-class mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, rafting, and a mountain resort that's less than 45 minutes from campus for skiing, snowboarding, and cross-country skiing. Living and working in Grand Junction, you will be able to explore one of Colorado's best kept secrets.
Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education.
Colorado Mesa University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. Applicant must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility. Colorado Mesa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and the type of accommodation needed.
Colorado Mesa University
Attn: Human Resources Office
1100 North Avenue
Grand Junction, CO 81501
970.248.1820
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