Adjunct Faculty - Mechanical Engineering

Villanova University; Rosemont (PA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Villanova University seeks an Adjunct Faculty member for its Mechanical Engineering Department in Rosemont, Pennsylvania. The position involves teaching undergraduate and graduate courses on a part-time basis and requires a commitment to excellence in engineering education.

Applicants are expected to have a Master's degree, with a preference for those holding a doctorate in Mechanical Engineering. Join a prestigious institution dedicated to service, tradition, and academic excellence.

Competitive salary and flexible application process.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• The applicant must be committed to excellence in engineering education.

Responsibilities

• Teaching undergraduate and/or graduate level courses. Duties will vary with the specific courses being taught.

Skills

Commitment to excellence in engineering education

Teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Posting Details

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Posting Number: 20260051F

Position Title: Adjunct Faculty - Mechanical Engineering

Position Type: Faculty

Location: Villanova, PA

Recruitment Type: Internal/External Applicants

Work Schedule: part-time/12-months

Department: 205-Mechanical Engineering

Position Summary

The Department of Mechanical Engineering seeks qualified individuals for its Adjunct Faculty Pool and welcomes applicants at any time. The Mechanical Engineering Department offers programs leading to BS and MS degrees and participates in the College of Engineering’s Ph.D. degree program.

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 2026 “Best Colleges” rankings is another indication of the University’s continued prominence and forward momentum.

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 and/or graduate level courses. Duties will vary with the specific courses being taught.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• The applicant must be committed to excellence in engineering education.

Preferred Qualifications

• An earned doctorate in Mechanical Engineering or a closely allied discipline is strongly preferred.
• Previous teaching experience preferred.

Screening of submitted applications begins when a teaching vacancy arises.

Please submit your application at: https://jobs.villanova.edu/ and complete a faculty profile.

Application Packages Must Include

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Copies of Unofficial Academic Transcripts
• Statement Describing Your Teaching Philosophy (including courses you are interested in teaching)
• Names and contact information of three references

Posting Date: 07/02/2026

Closing Date: 11:59pm ET

Salary Posting Information: Competitive