Adjunct Faculty - Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Glassboro (NJ); On-site; USD 2,528,757 - 3,601,563; Part time

Job summary

Rowan University is seeking adjunct faculty for the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering. The role involves teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, contributing to project-based learning environments, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Candidates must have a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering; a PhD is preferred. The position is part-time and non-tenure-track, with a maximum teaching load of 8 credits per semester. Compensation is $2,225 per credit taught.

Qualifications

• Earned at least a Master of Science degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering.
• Professional licensure required to teach upper-level design courses.
• Strong communication skills and ability to teach in a project-based setting.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in civil and environmental engineering.
• Contribute to project-based learning environments and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to teach in a project-based setting

Education

Master of Science degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering

PhD preferred

Job description

About Rowan University

A top 100 national public research institution, Rowan University offers bachelor’s through doctoral and professional programs in person and online to 22,000 students through its main campus in Glassboro, N.J., its medical school campuses in Camden and Stratford, and five others. The University has earned national recognition for innovation, commitment to high-—quality, affordable education, and for developing public-private partnerships. A Carnegie-classified R2 (high research activity) institution, Rowan has been recognized as the third fastest-growing public research university, as reported by The Chronicle of Higher Education.

Position Summary

The Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering invites applications for adjunct faculty positions in a number of courses both at the undergraduate and graduate level. We seek energetic and innovative teacher-scholars committed to excellence in engineering education.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in civil and environmental engineering, including Statics, Solid Mechanics, Fluid Mechanics, Water Resources Engineering, Surveying, Surface Hydrology, Watershed Principles, Water and Wastewater Treatment and Design, and Senior Capstone Design.
• Teach senior/graduate electives in core areas of structural, water resources, geotechnical, and transportation engineering.
• Contribute to project-based learning environments and collaborate with multidisciplinary student and faculty teams.

Qualifications

• Earned at least a Master of Science degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering; PhD preferred.
• Professional licensure required to teach upper-level design courses.
• Strong communication skills and ability to teach in a project-based setting.

Appointment Details

Part-time, non-tenure-track position with renewable contracts based on performance, departmental needs, and university approval. Maximum teaching load is 8 credits per semester and 12 credits in an academic year.

Application Process

Submit a single PDF file titled (Your_Last_Name)_Application.pdf containing the following items in the order listed below:

1. A cover letter summarizing qualifications and interest in the position.
2. Current and detailed CV.
3. Statement of teaching interests, including courses the applicant feels most qualified to teach and teaching philosophy.
4. Names and contact information for three references.
5. Unofficial transcripts.

Optionally, include additional documentation (student evaluations, innovative curricular components, etc.) in a separate file titled (Your_Last_Name)_Appendix.pdf. Submit through the online application system.

Notes

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.; the university will not sponsor a work visa for this position. Only completed online applications submitted on or before the posted deadline will be considered.

Compensation

Adjuncts are paid a minimum of $2,225 per credit for all courses taught, per the State of New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Act.

Equal Opportunity and Accommodations

Rowan University is committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, race, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status, military status, and other New Jersey protected classes. Rowan does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment as required by Title IX. Rowan is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Christy Mroz, Administrative Assistant, [e-mail], 856-256-5494. Rowan strongly encourages applicants from underrepresented groups to apply.