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University of California Berkeley

Lecturer (Part-Time) - Introduction to Space Engineering - Aerospace Engineering - College of Engineering

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An Aerospace Engineer designs aircraft, missiles, and spacecraft using knowledge of engineering and physics, and tests prototypes to see if they work according to design. May specialize in aeronautical design and work with airplanes and helicopters, or specialize in astronautical design and work with vehicles used in outer space. May specialize in a particular area of design, such as aerodynamic flow or navigation.

$138,433 / year median in California

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

Lecturer (Part-Time)
  • Introduction to Space Engineering
  • Aerospace Engineering
  • College of Engineering Position overview Salary range: The UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay at appointment. See the following table for the current salary scale for this position: https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2025-26/represented-july-2025-scales/t15.pdf . The current full-time salary range for Lecturer positions is $75,301
  • $199,722.
Starting salary is commensurate with highest degree, teaching experience, and equity within the department.
Percent time:
From 17% to 50%.
Anticipated start:
January 1, 2026.
Review timeline:
Applications will be reviewed in October and November, 2025.
Position duration:
One semester.
Application Window Open date:
October 6, 2025 Next review date: Friday, Nov 7, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date:
Friday, Nov 7, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date. Position description The College of Engineering recently launched a comprehensive aerospace engineering program, anchored by the new undergraduate major (presently hosted in the Department of Mechanical Engineering) and fueled by the increasing societal significance of aerospace-related technologies. The aerospace engineering program invites applications to teach one in-person, 4-unit
AERO ENG 120
Introduction to Space Engineering course in the Spring 2026 semester.
Course Objectives:
This course introduces engineering students to the space environment, the engineering challenges faced when designing spacecraft and instrumentation for the space environment, and the design and analysis tools used to address those challenges.
Instructor Duties:
In addition to classroom teaching and preparation, general duties may include (but are not limited to) managing and mentoring graders and/or graduate student instructors (teaching assistants), holding office hours, assigning grades, advising students, preparing course materials (e.g., syllabus), and maintaining a course website.
Department :
https://me.berkeley.edu/ Qualifications Basic qualifications (required at time of application) Master's degree or equivalent international degree at the time of application. Preferred qualifications Expertise in space technologies through an engineering or science degree, as well as work experience in the Aerospace or Space Engineering industries. Evidence of successful past involvement in teaching at the university level and/or a strong commitment to instruction or mentorship. Application Requirements Document requirements Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae
  • Your most recently updated C.V. Statement of Teaching
  • Please discuss prior teaching experience, teaching approach, and future teaching interests.
This can include, for example, specific efforts, accomplishments, and future plans to support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy Reference requirements 2 required (contact information only) Apply link: https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF05181 Help contact: brettl@berkeley.edu About UC Berkeley UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our public mission of research, teaching, and service, consistent with UC Regents Policy 4400 and University of California Academic Personnel policy ( APM 210 1-d ). These values are embedded in our Principles of Community , which reflect our passion for critical inquiry, debate, discovery and innovation, and our deep commitment to contributing to a better world. Every member of the UC Berkeley community has a role in sustaining a safe, caring and humane environment in which these values can thrive. The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity 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 more information, please refer to the University of California's Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment Policy and the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy . In searches when letters of reference are required all letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality prior to submitting their letter. 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. As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer. UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy UC Anti-Discrimination Policy APM
  • 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment Job location Berkeley, CA To apply, visit https://aprecruit.
berkeley.edu/JPF05181 jeid-35666691eb096b4c846907887c00c4f9