Adjunct/Part-time Faculty; Industrial & Systems Engineering

University of North Carolina Charlotte; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

University of North Carolina Charlotte invites applications for adjunct or part‑time faculty in the Department of Industrial & Systems Engineering. The role involves teaching specific undergraduate and graduate courses for the Spring 2027 semester, with opportunities to develop syllabi and course content.

The ideal candidate holds a doctorate or a master’s with substantial graduate coursework, and shows proficiency in AI, Python, optimization, OR, stochastic processes, and simulation.

Qualifications

• Proficiencies in R studio, Artificial Intelligence, Python, Mathematical Optimization, Operations Research, Stochastic Process, and Simulation are required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update course syllabi and lecture materials.
• Deliver engaging lectures and supervise student projects and assignments.
• Maintain regular office hours and assess exams and assignments in a timely manner.

Skills

Artificial Intelligence

Python

Mathematical Optimization

Operations Research

Stochastic Process

Simulation

Education

Doctorate or Master’s degree in teaching discipline

Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours in teaching discipline

Terminal degree in related discipline (doctorate)

Tools

R studio

Job description

Position Information

• Position Number: EPTF50
• Working Title: Adjunct/Part-time Faculty; Industrial & Systems Engineering
• Division: Academic Affairs
• Department: College of Engineering (Col)
• Work Unit: Dept of Industrial & Systems Engin
• Work Location: Smith
• Vacancy Open To: All Candidates
• Position Designation: Adjunct / Part-Time Faculty
• Employment Type: Temporary - Part-time
• Hours per week: varies
• Work Schedule: M-W-F 1:25pm - 2:15pm and Office Hours
• Pay Rate: Pay Rate varies
• Minimum Experience/Education: Faculty teaching undergraduate courses: doctorate or master's degree in the teaching discipline or master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline.
  Faculty teaching graduate courses: earned doctorate / terminal degree in the teaching discipline or a related discipline. UNC Charlotte gives primary consideration to the highest earned degree in the discipline.
  UNC Charlotte also considers competence, effectiveness, and capacity, including, as appropriate, undergraduate and graduate degrees, related work experiences in the field, professional licensure and certifications, honors and awards, continuous documented excellence in teaching, or other demonstrated competencies and achievements that contribute to effective teaching and student learning outcomes.
• Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education: Proficiencies in R studio, Artificial Intelligence, Python, Mathematical Optimization, Operations Research, Stochastic Process, and Simulation are required.
• Duties and Responsibilities: UNC Charlotte is accepting applications for adjunct or part‑time faculty. These positions are temporary and usually involve teaching a particular course or courses for a particular semester. These positions are temporary and do not accrue benefits.
  Responsibilities could include: Developing and/or updating course syllabus, preparation of lectures, projects, or other student assignments, meeting all designated class periods, maintaining regularly scheduled office hours, grading student assignments and exams in a timely manner, submitting completed mid‑semester progress reports and final grades according to University regulations.
  The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an ADVANCE Institution that strives to create an academic climate in which the dignity of all individuals is respected and maintained. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. The chosen applicant is subject to a criminal background check.
• Proposed Hire Date: 01/11/2027
• Expected Length of Assignment: Spring 2027 Semester
• Posting Open Date: 10/22/2026
• Posting Close Date: 11/05/2026
• Contact Information: Dr. Churlzu Lim

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume / Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter / Letter of Interest

Optional Documents

1. Other Document
2. Unofficial Transcripts