Adjunct Faculty - Social Science and Policy Studies

Worcester Polytech; Maryland; On-site; USD 60,933 - 72,986; Part time

Job summary

Worcester Polytechnic Institute seeks part-time adjunct faculty for the Social Science & Policy Studies department. In this role, you'll teach undergraduate and graduate courses across various programs, including Economic Science and International Development.

This position offers $6,000 compensation per course. Ideal candidates will have an advanced degree and significant experience, along with a passion for contributing to innovative course development.

Qualifications

• Significant practical experience in the relevant area.
• Successful undergraduate or graduate teaching experience.
• Enthusiastic and willing to contribute to an expanding course load.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses within six programs.
• Develop and propose new course topics as required.
• Work with department leaders to design innovative courses.
• Provide high-quality instruction to outstanding students.

Skills

Teaching experience

Curriculum development

Dynamic communication

Education

Advanced degree in a related discipline

Job description

Adjunct Faculty - Social Science and Policy Studies

Location: Worcester, Massachusetts

Department: Social Science & Policy Studies

Job Overview

The Social Science & Policy Studies department at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) is seeking part‑time adjunct faculty to teach day and/or evening classes in each of our six programs. Positions will be filled on an as needed basis, and start dates will vary by course and semester.

• Economic Science
• International Development
• Environmental and Sustainability Studies
• Learning Sciences & Technologies
• Psychological Science
• Society, Technology and Policy

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses within the six programs.
• Develop and propose new course topics as required.
• Work with department leaders to design innovative and cutting‑edge courses.
• Provide high‑quality instruction to outstanding students.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a related discipline.
• Significant practical experience in the relevant area.
• Successful undergraduate or graduate teaching experience.
• Enthusiastic, dynamic, and willing to contribute to an expanding course load.

Compensation

$6,000 per course.

Equal Opportunity Employer

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.