Adjunct Instructor

Wentworth Institute of Technology; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 1,551,349 - 2,209,498; Part time

Job summary

A higher education institution in Boston is seeking part-time adjunct faculty for the Civil Engineering Program. Responsibilities include teaching Senior Capstone Environmental Engineering and related electives during Summer 2026. Candidates should have at least a Master's degree, with preference given to those with a Doctoral degree and 3 years of relevant experience. Compensation is $1,365 per credit taught. The role emphasizes inclusive excellence and the institution’s commitment to a diverse community.

Qualifications

• Requires a Master's degree; a Doctoral degree is preferred.
• 0 years of minimum work experience and 3 years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach Senior Capstone Environmental Engineering and site/civil/construction courses.
• Instruct electives related to environmental engineering.

Education

Master's degree

Doctoral degree

Job description

Overview

Wentworth Institute of Technology is seeking applicants interested in joining the Wentworth community as part-time adjunct faculty for the Civil Engineering Program to teach Senior Capstone Environmental Engineering and Site/Civil/Construction, and electives related to environmental engineering in the Douglas D. Schumann School of Engineering in Summer 2026 (May–August).

How to Apply

Interested applicants should apply at https://jobs.wit.edu.

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

Minimum Education

• Master's degree

Preferred Education

• Doctoral degree

Minimum Work Experience

• 0 years

Preferred Work Experience

• 3 years

Position Details

At this time, the university is unable to sponsor applicants for H-1B visas.

Adjunct faculty compensation varies based on instructional mode (lecture or lab), number of course credits, and program. The minimum adjunct rate is $1,365 per credit.

Compensation And Benefits

Wentworth Institute of Technology is committed to fair, transparent, and legally compliant compensation practices. We believe that clarity about pay structures and ranges supports equity, fosters trust, and ensures a positive workplace for all employees.

Please visit here to see the comprehensive benefits package offered to support the best experience for our employees. https://wit.edu/careers/work-wentworth

Inclusive Excellence

Inclusive Excellence is one of the four pillars of the Strategic Plan. Actively and intentionally cultivating a diverse and culturally competent institution where each member has the opportunity and support to reach their full potential and make contributions to our campus community and beyond is Inclusive Excellence at Wentworth.

To find out more about Wentworth’s commitment to Inclusive Excellence, please visit the website https://wit.edu/about/inclusive-excellence.

All applicants have the right to accessibility support and accommodations. To request accessibility support or accommodations, contact the Executive Director of Equity and Compliance, Catlin Wells, at [e-mail].

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