CAREERS AT EASTERN

Job Title:

Assistant Lecturer - Computer Science & Electrical Engineering - F99294

Location:

Cheney

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Anticipated Start Date:

01/04/2027

Work Schedule Type:

Regular

Work Schedule:

Work Schedule will vary quarter to quarter.

Term of Appointment:

01/04/2027-06/15/2027

Job Summary:

The College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics at Eastern Washington University (EWU) invites applications for a Computer Engineering (CpE) Lecturer faculty position within the Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering (CSEE) to begin January 2027. The successful candidate will have a strong desire to teach at an instructionally intensive undergraduate focused institution. The exceptional candidate will have demonstrated capacity to teach CpE or electrical engineering coursework at a freshman and sophomore level and be able to teach other coursework as assigned according to the needs of the department and the expertise of the candidate hired into the position, possibly including supervision of Capstone Projects.

Strong preference will be given to candidates with relevant industrial experience, with an embedded systems design emphasis.   Candidates are expected to possess excellent communication skills and those with prior teaching experience are particularly encouraged to apply. Primary areas of responsibility include teaching and developing undergraduate courses in ECE. Additionally, all faculty are expected to actively participate in curriculum development, work collaboratively across disciplines and engage in effective teaching and assessment of student learning for ABET accreditation.

We are seeking broadly trained candidates who will be inspirational teachers, role models, and mentors who complement the strengths of our faculty to engage in instructionally intensive undergraduate programs. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching. Candidates must show a high degree of interest in human and cultural diversity with a demonstrated ability to apply a culturally responsive and flexible approach to teaching and scholarship that is supportive to the diverse needs, including universal access, of our students, faculty, staff, and the public.

EWU is committed to supporting and promoting a workforce that is welcoming to all and encourages applicants of all backgrounds to apply for this position.

The annual salary for this $77.397, but salary will be prorated based on quarters served.

In addition to salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers fringe benefits such as tuition waiver for employees, discounted EWU sports tickets, full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits-briefing/benefits/insurance/

Applications are open and accepted until recruitment is closed. To be considered for full review, submit your application by November 2, 2026. The position will remain open until filled. A three-day notice will be provided prior to closure of recruitment. All materials will be held in strictest confidence; references will not be contacted until candidates have been notified.

Eastern Washington University provides an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
It is strongly recommended that you print a copy of these instructions and the position posting before you begin to complete the online application, as the instructions will not be viewable once you begin the application process.

Submit your application materials through our online applications portal located here: https://jobs.hr.ewu.edu. If you are unable to submit through the applicant portal, please contact Human Resources Services at (509) 359-2381. Questions about the position may be directed to the search committee chair Uri Rogers at urogers@ewu.edu; or the department chair Esteban Rodriguez-Marek  at erodriguezma@ewu.edu. All materials will be held in strict confidence; references will not be contacted until candidates have been notified.

 Completed applications must include:

• Cover letter that addresses each of the key responsibilities and qualifications of the position; both required and preferred

• Curriculum vitae;
• List of three references with names, title, organization, addresses, email, phone numbers, and their connection to you;
• Statement of teaching interest and philosophy;

Mission Statement Response:

• EWU’s mission is to provide an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence. We are committed to serving first-generation, Pell-eligible students. How would you contribute to this mission? 

About Eastern Washington University:

Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. As the region’s polytechnic, we are recognized for our distinctive approach to hands-on learning that leads to in-demand careers. EWU’s 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington’s second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor’s and master’s degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by Colleges of Distinction, a nationally trusted resource guide for college-bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a ’26 -’27 College of Distinction (CoD), the second consecutive year it has received the national recognition.

Tribal Land Acknowledgement:

At Eastern Washington University, we are proud to recognize the land of the Spokane Tribe and other tribes that shared the land for fishing and trading. The Spokane Tribe, Coeur d’Alene Tribe, Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, the Kalispel Tribe, and the Nez Perce Tribe are integral to the cultural heritage and traditional ethnological knowledge of the land.

Native American heritage is woven into the fabric of our institution, enriching our community through tribal culture, historical teachings, and tribal language, and is embraced daily by students, staff, faculty, and the Eastern Washington community.

At EWU, we are committed to reflecting on and acknowledging the historical injustices of genocide and the forced removal of tribal peoples and all our relatives. EWU recognizes and honors tribal sovereignty and government to government relationships with tribes.

From here forward, EWU will remain committed to supporting, honoring, and recognizing the Native American community and the dynamic contributions that are shared with our university.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

EWU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, as provided for and to the extent required by state and federal laws.

Conditions of Employment:

This position, during the course of university employment will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value, as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check prior to beginning employment.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa currently. Sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.

All new employees must comply with EWU Immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR before beginning work at EWU. Waivers for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.

This position is covered by the United Faculty of Eastern Washington University Collective Bargaining Agreement: SPRES-SHW1126081011160

After starting employment, employees will complete the required training via Canvas. The Office of Employee Belonging, Development, and Leadership will reach out to you concerning Workplace Belonging training and asynchronous New Employee Orientation.

Note: Interviews might be conducted via Zoom (camera must be enabled). If so, candidates must be able to demonstrate competence using Zoom and other technologies.

Physical Demands:

Contact Human Resources at jobs@ewu.edu to obtain a copy of the Essential Functions Analysis which will describe conditions of employment, such as physical demands.

Protective Equipment:

University, local, regional, and state mandates for public and personal protection should be followed as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Masters' degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering or broadly related field;
• Strong interest in teaching freshman level ECE courses, digital logic with lab and Introduction to EE and Embedded Systems with lab;
• Strong interest in developing relationships with students from underrepresented groups and attracting them to ECE;
• Excellent communication skills to meet the needs of our diverse student body;
• Demonstrated ability to apply a culturally responsive and flexible approach that is supportive to the diverse needs, including universal access, of our students, faculty, staff and the public.

Preferred Qualifications:

• College teaching experience;
• Relevant industrial experience;
• 1-year teaching experience in an online environment;
• Experience teaching Digital Logic, and/or Embedded Systems courses.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

It is strongly recommended that you print a copy of these instructions and the position posting before you begin to complete the online application, as the instructions will not be viewable once you begin the application process.

Required documentation includes all of the items listed below.

1. Attach a detailed cover letter in which you explain how you meet each of the required qualifications [and preferred qualifications, if applicable]. It is preferred that you provide the information in a bulleted list or as a table within your cover letter.
2. Attach a chronological resume including work history and major duties, education, and any specialized training or skills related to the position. List at least 3 professional references including: names, titles, organization name, phone numbers, email addresses, and connection to you (these can be identical to the references listed on the application).
3. Complete the online application form and respond to the online questions, if applicable.
4. Mission Statement Response - EWU’s mission is to provide an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence. We are committed to serving first-generation, Pell-eligible students. How would you contribute to this mission?
5. Please do not upload resumes that include photos of yourself.

Proposed Job Duties & Responsibilities

Teaching Typical workload for this position will involve 45 credits per academic year, subject to department needs; Teaching also includes the following additional related responsibilities

• Meet all scheduled classes;
• Plan, organize and inform students of the course content, texts, readings, assignments, attendance regulations and methods of evaluation including grading scales
• Schedule and attend office hours
• Turn in grades according to established deadlines
• Advise students who are declared majors on department, college and University requirements and career opportunities;
• Additionally, all faculty are expected to engage in effective teaching and assessment of student learning.