Adjunct Faculty - Engineering

University of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 6,000 - 8,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent institution of higher education in Houston is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member for Engineering to teach undergraduate courses. This part-time, non-tenure-track role focuses on first-year and some sophomore engineering courses. Candidates must possess a Ph.D. in Engineering and teaching experience at the university level. Competitive salary based on experience.

Qualifications

• Teaching experience at the university level.
• Official transcripts required; CV, unofficial transcripts, and teaching philosophy requested.
• Commitment to undergraduate engineering education and first-year teaching programs.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate engineering courses.
• Serve as an adjunct faculty member in a non-tenure-track capacity.
• Appointments are made on a semester basis.

Skills

Teaching experience

Curriculum development

Engineering education

First-year courses

Education

Ph.D. in Engineering

Job description

Overview

Adjunct Faculty - Engineering position at the University of Houston (Cullen College of Engineering). This is a non-tenure-track, part-time role in the First Year Experience (FYE) faculty group. Courses are at the undergraduate level, focusing on first-year engineering courses and a limited number of sophomore engineering courses as well.

The appointment is on a semester basis to teach one or more courses, depending on department needs. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate engineering courses, with emphasis on first-year courses and a limited number of sophomore courses.
• Serve as an adjunct faculty member in a non-tenure-track capacity for the duration of the appointment.
• Appointments are made on a semester basis based on department needs.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Engineering with teaching experience at the university level.

Required Attachments

• Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Teaching Philosophy or Statement

Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment and will be requested upon selection of the final candidates.

Security and Compliance

All positions at the University of Houston System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check. Individuals conducting research in critical infrastructure areas (i.e., communication infrastructure systems, cybersecurity systems, electric grid, hazardous waste treatment systems, and/or water treatment facilities) are subject to regular review to ensure the security and integrity of the research is maintained.

Equal Opportunity

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.