Adjunct Faculty - Engineering Instructor

Black Hawk College of Moline; Moline (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An opportunity exists for an Adjunct Faculty/Part-time Instructor in the Engineering Department at a leading educational institution. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, with relevant field experience and teaching proficiency. The role involves preparing lectures, assessing performance, and maintaining instructional resources, offering competitive pay rates per the level of education.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor's degree and 2000 hours of related experience required.
• Prior teaching experience preferred.
• 2 years hands-on experience with programmable control instruments required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare syllabi and develop lectures to enhance student education.
• Evaluate methods for assessing student performance.
• Maintain equipment and instructional materials for classes.

Skills

Oral English proficiency

Hands-on experience

Circuit diagram interpretation

System assembly

Fault diagnosis

Calibration and control tuning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Master’s degree in engineering or related field (preferred)

Doctorate (preferred)

Job description

General Information & Responsibilities

Black Hawk College is seeking an Adjunct Faculty/Part-time Instructor for the Engineering Department.

Review of applications will begin immediately.

Description of Duties

The faculty member is expected to encourage learning by preparing appropriate syllabi, developing lectures, discussions, and other presentations or activities to enhance the students' educational experience. They will develop, implement, and evaluate methods for assessing student performance. Additionally, the instructor is responsible for developing, securing, and maintaining the equipment and instructional materials essential for classroom presentation.

Education & Experience

ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY, General Competencies: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (or equivalent professional competence), or a related field, with 2000 documented hours of related experience in an engineering technology field. A Master’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, manufacturing, or an integrated technology discipline such as Mechatronics is preferred. Prior teaching experience at an accredited institution and demonstrated hands-on experience in a professional industrial setting are desirable. Candidates must possess demonstrated oral English proficiency for classroom instruction.

ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY: ELECTRICAL TRACK: Bachelor's degree and 2000 documented hours of related experience in an engineering technology field. A Master’s degree is preferred. Candidates should have at least 2 years of hands-on experience with programmable control instruments, experience in industrial electrical maintenance, process control, or related fields, and be able to interpret circuit diagrams, perform system assembly, fault diagnosis, calibration, and control tuning. Instructing in analog and digital circuits, understanding of control systems, and microcontroller programming including IIoT concepts are required.

Supplemental Information

Applications are accepted online through the Black Hawk College website or via www.governmentjobs.com. Candidates are encouraged to upload a cover letter and resume/CV. Assistance with the application process is available at www.bhc.edu/employment. Official transcripts are required at the candidate's expense and become property of the college.

Pay rates as of Fall 2024 are:

• Less Than a Master's Degree: $693.36 per hour
• Master's Degree: $808.92 per hour
• Doctorate: $866.70 per hour

Black Hawk College does not sponsor employment visas. It is an AA/EEO employer.