Adjunct Faculty - Engineering

ivytech; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 46,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Educational Benefits

Fee remission

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College is seeking adjunct faculty in Engineering to deliver courses under approved syllabi and assessment frameworks. Instructors will provide instruction, grading, and student support within a semi-regular, semester-by-semester appointment.

Qualified applicants hold at least a master’s in engineering (or equivalent) and two years of engineering experience or a PE license. Teaching experience is preferred; Strong equipment knowledge and programming skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Earned master’s or higher degree in engineering from a regionally accredited institution.
• Two years of work experience in an engineering field or a Professional Engineer (PE) License.
• For ENGR 116: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a Technology discipline and two years of engineering experience.
• For ENGR 140/160: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science or Physics and two years of engineering experience.
• Preferred qualifications include: SolidWorks or similar, material testing equipment, problem solving in mechanical systems, programming in C++ or MATLAB, circuit theory and design, and teamwork on engineering projects.
• Undergraduate teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses according to the syllabus and provide effective instruction and assessment.
• Prepare and share course syllabus, and maintain attendance and grading records.
• Be available to students outside class time and address concerns with program chair as needed.
• Meet all scheduled classes and utilize Canvas, PowerPoint, and related tech.

Skills

C++

MATLAB

Engineering project design

Undergraduate teaching experience

Two years in Engineering

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Engineering Technology/Technology

Tools

SolidWorks

Parametric modeling software

Job description

Adjunct Faculty positions are temporary, part-time positions hired each semester on an as-needed basis. The adjunct faculty members will be responsible for creating a learning environment that assists students in reaching their goals; and for providing effective instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi provided by the School.

PROGRAM OPERATION: Perform all instructional duties necessary to teach and facilitate student learning in assigned classes. Provide course syllabus to students and follow syllabus content and requirements. Maintain student attendance and grading records according to college policy. Submit requested information within established timelines.

STUDENTS: Be available to students outside scheduled class time to answer questions and/or provide assistance. Deal with student concerns and, if necessary, consult with program chair to resolve issues.

INSTRUCTION: Meet all scheduled classes of contracted course(s), notifying program chair of unexpected absences. Use technology such as Canvas, PowerPoint, etc. as appropriate.

A qualified faculty member in Engineering meets both of the following criteria:

• Possess an earned master’s or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in an engineering discipline, and
• One of the following:
  • Two years' work experience in an Engineering field, or
  • Professional Engineering (PE) License

For ENGR 116: Must either meet the above Engineering qualifications or meet both of the following criteria:

• Possess an earned baccalaureate degree or higher, from a regionally accredited institution, in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a Technology discipline, and
• Two years' work experience in an Engineering field

For ENGR 140 and ENGR 160: Must either meet the above Engineering qualifications or meet both of the following criteria:

• Possess an earned baccalaureate degree or higher, from a regionally accredited institution, in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Physics, and
• Two years' work experience in an Engineering field

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with/knowledge of:

• SolidWorks or another parametric modeling software
• Materials and material processing theory and testing equipment
• Solving static and dynamic mechanical systems with and without calculus
• Programming in C++ or MATLAB
• Circuit theory and design
• Engineering project design and teamwork

• Undergraduate teaching experience

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:

Health & Wellness

• Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses

• Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

Financial & Retirement Benefits

• All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.