Part-Time Faculty - Lecturer of Surveying Engineering Technology

In the School of Engineering Technology, one or more courses may be offered to part-time, temporary faculty members in fall 2026 and/or spring 2027 in Surveying Engineering Technology.

Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: syllabus development aligned with departmental expectations, lesson planning, assignment design, grading, office hours, correspondence with students, use of an online learning management system and/or other instructional software, course coordination meetings with other faculty members, and required orientation and training.

The successful applicant will develop and teach online courses at the undergraduate level of the curriculum and will be open to using teaching styles that reach a wide variety of remote students. Engineering technology faculty members clearly communicate with students the connections between principles and professional practice. 

The Surveying Engineering Technology program offers innovative in-person and online education at the undergraduate and graduate levels to serve both traditional and non-traditional students. The approximately 400 student population includes B.S undergraduates, undergraduate Certificate students, M.S. in Engineering Technology and Professional Science Masters students, Graduate Certificate students and Eng.D (Doctor of Engineering) students.

Part-time temporary faculty members may be rehired in subsequent semesters based on course availability, schedule, funding, and performance. Continuation is subject to the terms of the PATFA bargaining agreement and other applicable university policies.

About the University:
The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu. 

The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options. 

UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Visit the Maine Office of Tourism to learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer.

Qualifications:
Required:

• Licensed as a land surveyor in the United States. 
• A Bachelor of Science (or higher) degree in surveying engineering technology or a closely related discipline by date of hire. 
• Excellent communication skills.
• Have performed effectively in remote and in-person collaborative team environments.

Preferred:

• Masters or Doctoral degree in a surveying engineering technology related discipline. 
• Prior successful teaching experience in surveying or engineering practices. 
• Experience working with diverse populations.
   

Other Information: 

To be considered for this position you will need to “Apply” and upload the documentation listed below:

1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position
2.) a resume/curriculum vitae

Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references.

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

For full consideration, materials must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. EST on July 20, 2026.

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.