Adjunct Instructor - Thermodynamics

Saint Louis University; United States; On-site; USD 20,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Saint Louis University is looking for an adjunct faculty member for the Fall-2025 semester to teach an undergraduate course in Thermodynamics. The position requires a dynamic individual capable of delivering engaging, hands-on learning experiences.

The successful candidate will teach, prepare course materials, and engage with students, providing timely feedback. A Ph.D. or M.S. in a relevant field and experience in teaching are expected.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or M.S. in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering or closely related field.
• Proven technical proficiency and practical experience in Thermodynamics.
• Teaching or teaching-related experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach Thermodynamics covering properties, characteristics, and fundamental equations of gases.
• Prepare and deliver course materials, assessments, and laboratory activities.
• Engage with students and provide timely feedback.

Skills

Technical proficiency in Thermodynamics

Teaching experience

Education

Ph.D. or M.S. in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Position Overview

Saint Louis University's School of Science and Engineering invites an adjunct faculty member to teach an undergraduate course in Thermodynamics in Fall-2025. The role requires a dynamic, collegial, collaborative, and creative faculty member who can deliver engaging, hands‑on learning experiences to engineering students in a team‑oriented, student‑focused environment.

Responsibilities

Teach an undergraduate course in Thermodynamics covering properties, characteristics, and fundamental equations of gases, and the application of the first and second laws of thermodynamics in evaluating engines, cycles, and processes.

Prepare and deliver course materials, assessments, and laboratory activities.

Engage with students, provide timely feedback, and contribute to course assessment and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or M.S. in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering (or a closely related field).
• Technical proficiency and practical experience in Thermodynamics.
• Evidence of teaching or teaching‑related experience (preferred).

Course Topics

• Properties, characteristics and fundamental equations of gases
• Application of first and second laws of thermodynamics to engines, cycles and processes

Details

Function Faculty – Adjunct. Scheduled weekly hours: 10.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non‑merit factors. If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314‑977‑5847.