Corporate Fellow, Engineering Technology

If you are interested in becoming a Corporate Fellow, please submit:

• A letter of application
• A current curriculum vita
• The applicant should also arrange for two letters of recommendation, which may only be submitted by the reference through UHD Jobs.

The Department of Computer Science and Engineering Technology at the University of Houston-Downtown is seeking Corporate Fellows to support faculty in one of two Engineering Technology Programs.  Engineering technology laboratory classes bring together the professor and a qualified industry expert to enhance classroom experiences by contributing industry context and expertise and supporting the instructor in classroom activities.

Corporate Fellows are not instructors of record. They are not responsible for grading or administering exams.  Corporate Fellows are considered temporary UHD employees and are compensated $1,600 for a 2-hour credit class and $2,400 for 3-hour credit class. The appointment as Corporate Fellow may be renewed depending on program needs.

EEO/AA

A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree with more than 5 years of practical experience or Associate’s degree with more than 10 years of practical experience in their field.

About University of Houston Downtown

  The University of Houston-Downtown is a comprehensive four-year university offering bachelor’s and selected master’s degree programs and providing strong academic and career preparation as well as life-long learning opportunities. Located in the heart of the city, the University reflects the diversity of the Greater Houston Metropolitan Area, and, through its academic programs, engages with the community to address the needs and advance the development of the region. UHD is an inclusive community dedicated to integrating teaching, service, and scholarly research to develop students’ talents and prepare them for success in a dynamic global society. UHD draws students from throughout the Greater Houston area. UHD is considered one of the most ethnically diverse liberal arts institutions in the southwest, a distinction that indicates the student body accurately reflects the Houston community's wealth of cultures, languages and nationalities. The University offers all students a specially tailored opportunity for quality higher education, as well as small classes.  UHD employs over 1,100 faculty and staff. 

  Since opening its doors in 1974, UHD has grown in mission and service, and now offers baccalaureate degrees in 44 areas and eight master's degree programs. Over 14,000 students attend classes in five colleges: Marilyn Davies College of Business; Humanities and Social Sciences; Public Service; Sciences and Technology; and University College. UHD boasts over 51,000 alumni and is noted nationally as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and a Minority-Serving Institution.  As one of the four distinct and separate components of the University of Houston System, UHD offers educational opportunities and access to students from a variety of backgrounds, including many first-generation college students, students who work full- or part-time, students with additional family obligations, and students who transfer from community colleges and other higher education institutions. The University of Houston System is a public system of higher education that includes three other universities in addition to UHD—the University of Houston , UH-Clear Lake and UH-Victoria .