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Part-Time Instructor: Optical Engineering and Optical Instrument Design Program

University of California Irvine (UCI)

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July 28, 2020

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Irvine, California

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University of California Irvine

Part-Time Instructor: Optical Engineering and Optical Instrument Design Program

The Division of Continuing Education (DCE) is a self-supporting unit within the University of California. Funding is generated through fees collected from a diverse, complex, and ever-changing student population. Part-time instructor positions are on a course by course contracted basis. This is NOT a faculty position.

Online teaching positions are now available in both the Optical Engineering and Optical Instrument Design Programs. We are seeking qualified applicants possessing current knowledge and/or teaching experience in Optical Instrument Design, Optical Mechanical Component Design, and Geometrical and Physical Optics.
Classes are offered online in an instructor led format asynchronous for 10 weeks.
Specific Instructor Duties

Develop and/or update course syllabus in consultation with the UCI Division of Continuing Education (DCE), Engineering, Sciences Programs Director as assigned using approved syllabus template

Prepare and deliver course materials and learning assessments in assigned format (online)

Utilize the Canvas Learning Management System as the course support platform

Communicate teaching objectives and specific learning outcomes to students, and clearly outline the grading policies for the course

Evaluate student achievement of Specific Learning Outcomes and assign grades

Post final student grades to the transcript system within their instructor accounts in a timely manner no later than 2 weeks after the last date of course meeting

Respond to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner

Handle student inquiries about final grades and consult with Director as needed

Communicate with Program Director, Program Representatives and Online Course Managers in a timely manner

Stay current regarding the professional body of knowledge in project management

Participate in required orientations and complete mandatory training programs by deadlines established by UC Irvine

Complete required administrative tasks in a timely manner including: Initial training of Canvas learning system; providing bio for website; completing all hiring paperwork; submitting updated quarterly syllabus; and signing quarterly contract.

Develop and maintain curriculum, syllabus, modules, learning practice questions, exams and grading.

Employ culturally competent teaching methodologies in the online classroom inclusive of both domestic and international student populations

Allow students to review their final exams/papers for up to 13 months following the last class session

Use subject-matter expertise and leverage additional resources appropriately to enhance the curriculum (i.e.: make arrangements for guest speakers, etc.)

Design interactive and motivational online classroom activities to fully engage participants and to reinforce student learning (i.e.: design boards for labs, etc.)

Update materials periodically, and regularly monitor course evaluations in order to make adjustments and improvements to the curriculum
Our curriculum is constantly updated and tailored to bring students the background, expertise, and business practices to remain competitive and advance their careers. Taught by qualified practitioners, our courses feature practical applications, underlying rationale, and current issues, all of which can be immediately utilized in and applied to our students' work environments.

Part-time, temporary assignments are on an as-needed basis. We are looking specifically for instructors who are qualified to teach the following course as early as FALL 2019 quarter (beginning April 1, 2019)

This is an ONGOING recruitment. We accept part-time instructor applications all year long; when the division has a need to fill, they refer to the pool of applications on file.

Optical Instrument Design (3 units)
Learn how to design optical instruments from a top level, tradeoffs-driven perspective. We will initially focus on the classic optical instruments: spectrometers, interferometers, telescopes and microscopes, using examples of each to gain understanding on how real world customer requirements and specifications often drive difficult choices in aperture, focal and track lengths, resolution and finesse. Guest lecturers will add world-class expertise and insights into these topics. The course wraps up with a series of discussions on advanced instrument topics, and how these same choices are being made in state-of-the-art instruments today. Students would be well advised to have a firm understanding of geometrical and physical optics. While expertise in raytracing is helpful, it will not be essential for this course. The course text, Optical Instrument Design by Fischer will be mainly used as reference, as will a number of other books listed in the syllabus.

Geometrical and Physical Optics (3 units)
Introduction to the principles and use of optical components and systems. This course surveys geometrical optics covering plane surfaces, prisms, spherical surfaces, lenses, and mirrors for use in optical systems. Special topics include optical instruments; like telescopes, microscopes, beam projectors, cameras and optical measuring benches. The classes will provide a mix of lectures and hands-on laboratory experiments for those that are interested in entering fields where optics are used. Learn about the principles and use of optical components and physical optics systems. Gain knowledge about diffraction grating, polarizers, interference filters and other similar components for use in optical systems. Special topics include optical instruments like spectroscopes, polariscopes, interferometers and related optical measuring systems. Offers a balanced mix of lectures and hands-on laboratory experiments.

To apply for this position, please click this link:
https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF06291

Individuals hired to teach these courses must understand that all such agreements with the University are made on a course-by-course basis and that the Instructor will be made no guarantee of continual involvement with the University in any capacity.

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

To apply, visit https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF06291

Internal Number: 1966508

About University of California Irvine (UCI)

Since 1965, the University of California, Irvine has combined the strengths of a major research university with the bounty of an incomparable Southern California location. UCI's unyielding commitment to rigorous academics, cutting-edge research, and leadership and character development makes the campus a driving force for innovation and discovery that serves our local, national and global communities.

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Part-Time Instructor: Optical Engineering and Optical Instrument Design Program

University of California Irvine (UCI)

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