Adjunct Faculty - Engineering Entrepreneurship

VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 2,273,000 - 3,582,000; Part time

Job summary

Villanova University seeks an Adjunct Faculty member for Engineering Entrepreneurship to teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses within the Engineering Entrepreneurship program. The role supports courses in opportunity identification, technical and market feasibility, prototyping, and business and venture planning, delivered in lecture and hands-on workshop formats.

The position is part-time with course-based compensation, and the university emphasizes service, inclusivity, and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• Commitment to instilling the entrepreneurial mindset in engineering education.
• Preferred: Teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teaching undergraduate level courses in Engineering Entrepreneurship with focus on Creativity and Innovation, and Social Entrepreneurship.
• Duties will vary with the specific courses being taught; instruction delivered in lecture and hands-on workshop formats.

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Adjunct Faculty – Engineering Entrepreneurship

Ignite Your Career at Villanova University! Whether undergraduate or graduate, faculty or staff, each community member brings with them a wealth of experiences that enrich our University and shift our perspectives. As a part of this community, your work will improve lives and ignite change!

Why work at Villanova?

• Join a mission-driven organization. Since Villanova University’s founding in 1842, we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others.
• Villanova has been included among the nation’s best colleges and universities. VU’s inclusion again in U.S. News & World Report’s 2023 “Best Colleges” rankings is another indication of the University’s continued prominence and forward momentum.
• We believe that an inclusive community fosters an understanding and appreciation for diversity among our students, faculty, staff and administrators. The Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion works to address issues of equity and justice in a variety of ways including workshops, events and employee resource groups
• Villanova’s most precious asset is our people. Even as a part-time employee, you will receive access to certain benefits, including tuition assistance and more .

Posting Details

Posting Number: 20251253F

Position Title: Adjunct Faculty - Engineering Entrepreneurship

Position Type: Faculty

Location: Villanova, PA

Recruitment Type: Internal/External

Applicants Work Schedule: part-time/12-months

Department: 201-Dean-Engineering

Position Summary: The College of Engineering seeks qualified individuals for its adjunct faculty pool to teach classes in support of the Engineering Entrepreneurship program.

The courses in the minor focus on a variety of topics including opportunity identification, technical and market feasibility, prototyping, and business and venture planning. Qualified individuals would provide instruction in both a lecture and hands‑on workshop format.

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.

Duties and Responsibilities: Teaching undergraduate level courses. Engineering Entrepreneurship with specific focus on Creativity and Innovation, and Social Entrepreneurship. Duties will vary with the specific courses being taught.

Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree required. The applicant must be committed to instilling the entrepreneurial mindset in engineering education.

Preferred Qualifications: Previous teaching experience preferred.

Expertise in Mission-driven business and or Social Enterprise is preferred.

Posting Date: 07/21/2025

Closing Date (11:59pm ET):

Salary

This adjunct position falls within the salary range of $1,650.00 – $2,600.00 per credit/contact hour. The final compensation will be determined with consideration of several factors including the selected candidate’s educational qualifications, course type (drill, lab, lecture), course level (undergraduate or graduate), and market benchmarks.

Salary Band: N/A

Job Classification: faculty

References Needed

Minimum Number of References Needed 3

Maximum Number of References Needed 3

Supplemental Questions

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Documents needed to complete your application:

Required Documents

• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
• Resume / Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Transcripts

Optional Documents

• Letters of Reference (uploaded by applicant)
• Other Document