Job Description
Position Summary:
This position centers on teaching online courses for the School of Biomedical and Chemical Engineering, with a primary focus on cardiovascular systems. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality instruction at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, emphasizing student engagement, accessibility, and academic success in virtual learning environments.
The appointee will work closely with students across disciplines, helping them connect foundational engineering principles to cardiovascular applications. Candidates with expertise in areas such as cardiovascular fluid dynamics, vascular prosthetics and bioprosthetic design, cardiovascular solid mechanics, vascular tissue assessment, therapeutic technologies, regenerative approaches, vascular disease detection, and cardiovascular biomaterials are encouraged to apply, particularly as these areas inform innovative course development and student learning experiences.
In this role, the faculty member will strengthen the Department's online educational portfolio, mentor and advise a diverse student body, and contribute meaningfully to student-centered service activities. The position offers the opportunity to design and refine advanced coursework aligned with cardiovascular engineering while fostering interactive, supportive, and outcomes-driven learning environments. The successful candidate's teaching excellence and commitment to student development will play a central role in shaping the academic experience of our students.
Full Consideration Date
Submit materials no later than 3/16/2026 for full consideration.
About Us
As one of the nation's top public research universities, Colorado State University is a land-grant institution with an enrollment of more than 34,000 students. CSU offers 76 undergraduate degree programs, 114 graduate degree programs, 21 professional master's degree programs, and a Professional Veterinary Medicine program. CSU's world-class research and scholarship attract more than $370 million in research funding every year, ranking second nationally in federal research funding for universities without a medical school.
For more about this department and the school of Biomedical Engineering, please visit: Home - School of Biomedical and Chemical Engineering (https://www.engr.colostate.edu/bce/)
Essential Job Duties
Develop, design, and update online course content aligned with learning outcomes and accreditation standards.
Deliver high-quality instruction using a learning management system (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard) and other educational technologies.
Facilitate asynchronous and/or synchronous class sessions, ensuring active student engagement.
Create assessments (quizzes, exams, projects, discussions) that measure student learning effectively.
Provide timely, substantive feedback on assignments and assessments.
Monitor student progress and proactively intervene when academic performance concerns arise.
Maintain regular, responsive communication with students via email, discussion boards, and virtual office hours.
Foster an inclusive, accessible, and supportive online learning environment.
Ensure course materials meet accessibility standards (e.g., ADA compliance, universal design principles).
Uphold academic integrity policies and address violations appropriately.
Maintain accurate grade records and submit required academic reports.
Collaborate with instructional designers and academic support staff to enhance course quality.
Participate in curriculum development and continuous improvement initiatives.
Engage in professional development related to online pedagogy and instructional technology.
Contribute to departmental and institutional service activities as assigned.
Conditions of Employment
Must pass a criminal background check
Supervision
No supervisory requirements for this position
Minimum Qualifications
A Ph.D. or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or Biomedical Engineering, or a closely related field;
Demonstrated ability and enthusiasm to teach courses in the Department's Undergraduate and Graduate curriculum ( https://catalog.colostate.edu/general-catalog/courses-az/mech/ ); and
Demonstrated strong personal and professional commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within our academic community and beyond.
Preferred Qualifications
Completion of a post-doctoral fellowship in an academic, governmental, or industrial environment;
Track record of high-caliber research appropriate to your professional experience;
Demonstrated ability to secure externally funded research; and
Practical experience teaching Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering courses;
Demonstrated effectiveness in higher education teaching, evidenced through student outcomes, feedback, and/or peer reviews.
Salary Range
13666.67/month
Required Application Documents
To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Resume/CV
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it's a thriving community that's transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
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Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The @type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO
Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any @type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Inspired by its land-grant heritage, Colorado State University is committed to excellence and engagement, setting the standard for public research universities in teaching, research, service and extension for the benefit of the citizens of Colorado, the United States, and the world.
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