Medical Device Engineering Instructor Apply now to Medical Device Engineering Instructor

　　Job #JPF09138

　　UNEX:ENGINEERING / Continuing Education / UCLA

　　Position overview Position title: Instructor

　　Salary range: $2,725 per course, quarterly

　　Application Window

　　Open date: January 23, 2024

　　Next review date: Friday, Feb 23, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

　　Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

　　Final date: Friday, Feb 23, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

　　Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

　　Position description

　　UCLA Extension is considered one of the top programs of its kind, offering to more than 35,000 students per year approximately 4,500 classes and non-degree certificate programs to meet the professional development, continuing education, and personal enrichment needs of the full spectrum of nontraditional students as well as companies and organizations throughout and beyond the Los Angeles region.

　　Course / Program Description

　　The Department of Engineering and Technology offers a wide variety of certificate programs and courses including post-baccalaureate credit-bearing (400-level) and continuing education (CEU) credit courses. Course disciplines span engineering and technical management subject areas. UCLA Extension courses and certificate programs offer students the opportunity to learn from highly qualified practitioners who hold advanced degrees and are passionate about teaching and can impart knowledge within their field of expertise.

　　Job Description

　　Medical Device Engineering instructor to teach o100% online course mode on a quarterly basis and ongoing. We are looking for professionals who can convey their industry experience and knowledge to our students using actual work examples and applications of topics covered in the courses. Industry experience is a must have.

　　Qualified applicants possessing current knowledge and teaching passion and experience in the following topic area(s) are encouraged to apply:

　　• Fundamentals of Medical Devices Engineering

　　• Regulatory Affairs For Medical Devices

　　• Process Development & Quality Systems for Medical Devices

　　• Bio-materials and Bio-compatibility

　　Instructor Duties:

　　• Develop and/or update existing course syllabus in consultation with the UCLA Extension Program Director using approved syllabus template

　　• Prepare course materials and learning assessments in Canvas, or update existing ones

　　• Communicate and teach the course objectives and learning outcomes to students.

　　• Weekly and preferably daily interaction with students’ discussion posts on Canvas for the highest engagement and collaboration opportunities with students yielding a great learning experience.

　　• Conduct weekly live/zoom office hours to address student questions and to promote face-to-face engagement, authenticity, and communication.

　　• Review students’ progress through the course assignments and conduct timely grading at a minimum of a weekly basis.

　　• Respond to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner.

　　• Interact with the UCLA Extension Engineering Department's internal staff for timely administrative tasks.

　　General Employment Information

　　Employment as a UCLA Extension Instructor is dictated by contract terms and conditions. Please take the time to read the UCLA Extension Instructor Employment Policies (https://instructor.uclaextension.edu/employment-policies/) .

　　For information on UCLA Extension instructor benefits, please visit Pay, Benefits, & Privileges (https://instructor.uclaextension.edu/pay-benefits-and-privileges/) .

　　Access, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (AEDI) is one of UCLA Extension’s guiding principles. We strive to extend access to UCLA, our programs, and services to underrepresented communities and populations, while serving as a model organization for AEDI in the field of continuing higher education. Committed to attracting and retaining diverse staff & instructors, UCLA Extension welcomes your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity.

　　Division: https://www.uclaextension.edu/engineering

　　Instructor Resources: https://instructor.uclaextension.edu

　　Qualifications

　　Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

　　At time of hire, candidates must show prove of United States work authorization, and must reside in United States during the instructional quarters.

　　•Passion in teaching, subject matter expertise, and committed to course related development and maintenance.

　　• PHD or MS degree in Medical Device Engineering and a minimum of 5 years of hands-on industry experience OR Bachelor's Degree and 10 years of hands-on industry experience.

　　• Professionals who are up to date with the latest tools, technologies, and innovations in the industry

　　• Professionals who hold key positions within their industries

　　• Must be committed to the highest level of academic standards and integrity

　　• Highly effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas and information

　　• Highly effective interpersonal skills

　　• College-level or higher teaching experience (preferred)

　　• Experience designing curriculum on Canvas (or similar) and measuring student performance (preferred)

　　Application Requirements

　　Document requirements

　　Curriculum Vitae / Resume - Your most recently updated C.V. / Resume

　　Cover Letter

　　Reference requirements

　　3-5 required (contact information only)References will be conducted through SkillSurvey 3rd party service.

　　Apply link: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF09138

　　Help contact: [email protected]

　　About UCLA

　　As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

　　The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, see: UC Nondiscrimination & Affirmative Action Policy.

　　Job location

　　Los Angeles, CA