Adjunct Faculty- Electrical Engineering

Professor Of Mathematics And General Education

San Francisco Bay University (SFBU), an innovative, nonprofit, WASC-accredited, university situated in the heart of Silicon Valley in Fremont, California, seeks a forward thinking and experienced Professor of Mathematics and General Education to deliver courses for our Agility Praxis Pathway (APP) Core Curriculum and within the department of Electrical and Computer Engineering.

SFBU's mission is to offer inclusive, innovative, and inspirational education for lifelong careers and our vision is to set the standard as a national model of higher education in service of the common good. At SFBU, students come first. We prioritize students' needs by fostering multiple meaningful relationships and personal engagement among students, faculty, mentors, industry leaders and staff. We are committed to providing affordable, high-quality education with a deep commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice.

Infused with the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and a commitment to all students at the center of the learning conversation, our model is a response to the evolving, multifaceted needs of students, employers, and the broader global challenges  such, this model is designed to foster agility to not only adaptively navigate but flourish amidst change, honor praxis - bridging the rich traditions of academic inquiry with the imperative of pragmatic creativity, and offer flexible, clear pathways to make progress toward goals and respond to new opportunities.

We commit to preparing students not only for academic success but for a lifetime of intellectual exploration, professional achievement, and creative contribution. This approach embodies our vision of the education paradigm we need – one that is responsive, experiential, and forward-looking.

Position Overview:

San Francisco Bay University (Fremont, CA) is establishing a pool of qualified Adjunct Instructors to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Electrical Engineering.

Adjunct Instructors are responsible for delivering high-quality instruction and fostering an inclusive, student-centered learning environment. Faculty are expected to utilize effective instructional strategies that go beyond traditional lecture formats. The Center for Empowerment and Pedagogical Innovation (CEPI) provides institutional support and professional development resources to assist faculty in implementing high-impact, engaged teaching practices.

Primary Responsibilities:

Teaching & Course Delivery

• Teach Electrical Engineering courses (on-campus in Fremont, CA). You can find the list of Electrical Engineering courses and their description in our Catalog.
• Deliver inclusive, student-centered instruction using active learning, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and diverse pedagogical strategies.
• Maintain updated Canvas course sites and communicate consistently through tools like Zoom and MySFBU.
• Provide timely grading, feedback, and academic support, including regular office hours.

Curriculum & Assessment

• Recommend innovative learning materials and update course content aligned with SFBU's mission and CEPI's priorities.
• Contribute to course- and program-level learning outcome assessments and continuous improvement initiatives.

Compliance & Recordkeeping

• Maintain accurate course records and submit grades on time.
• Comply with university policies, accreditation standards, and applicable laws.

Collaboration & Service

• Participate in university committees, meetings, and collaborative projects with program chairs and colleagues.

Professional Development

• Engage with SFBU's Center for Empowerment and Pedagogical Innovation (CEPI) through workshops and teaching development.
• Stay current in academic disciplines and represent SFBU through outreach and community engagement.

Teach Electrical Engineering (on-campus in Fremont, CA).

On an as needed basis, redesign and develop course materials, pedagogical strategies, and assessments in alignment with SFBU's teaching vision, emphasizing personalized, experiential, relational, and student-centered learning.

Actively participate in CEPI-led faculty development workshops, training, and learning communities, and apply insights to enhance teaching effectiveness and classroom impact.

Deliver course content in Embedded Engineering, Digital Design, Computer Architecture or foundational Electrical Engineering areas.

Refine curriculum aligned with current industry trends, including the integration of emerging technologies.

Foster a supportive, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment.

Advise and mentor students on academic and career growth.

Participate in curriculum review, program assessment, and accreditation efforts.

Serve on academic and institutional committees, as needed.

Remain current with developments in pedagogy and computing through ongoing professional development.

• Ph.D. or
  
  D.Eng. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, or closely related fields.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and curriculum…