Adjunct Professor of Electrical Engineering

University of Missouri-Saint Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Missouri-Saint Louis invites applications for an Adjunct Professor of Electrical Engineering. The appointment begins Spring 2026 to teach a range of undergraduate EE courses and labs, mentor students, and contribute to program development.

We seek a dedicated educator with a passion for teaching, high ethical standards, and a love for working with students. The role reports to the Program Coordinator and includes responsibilities across teaching, curriculum development, and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Evidence of excellence in teaching or strong potential for effective teaching.
• Evidence of mentoring students, with a commitment to supportive pedagogy.
• Ability to teach undergraduate courses and labs.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses and laboratories in Electrical Engineering.
• Develop and enhance curriculum materials to support student learning.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate students, and design competitions.
• Promote ethical standards and professional values in the classroom and beyond.
• Contribute to ABET Accreditation, program assessment, and program development.
• Collaborate with faculty to strengthen the undergraduate learning experience.

Skills

Teaching experience

Mentoring students

Communication skills

Undergraduate teaching

Education

Ph.D. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Details

Job ID: 58835

Location: St. Louis

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Hiring Department

The School of Engineering at the University of Missouri - Saint Louis (UMSL)

Job Description

The School of Engineering at the University of Missouri - Saint Louis (UMSL) invites applications for Adjunct Professor of Electrical Engineering. The appointment will begin in Spring 2026. Strong candidates teaching in all substantive areas will be considered, including Circuit Analysis, Electronics, Digital Logic, Signals and Systems, Electromagnetics, Control Systems, Microcontrollers, and Laboratory-based introductory courses.

We seek a dedicated educator with a genuine passion for teaching, high ethical standards, and a love for working with students. The successful candidate will contribute to the department's teaching mission, mentor undergraduate students, and help shape the next generation of engineers. The Adjunct Professor reports to the Program Coordinator.

Responsibilities include:

• Teaching undergraduate courses and laboratories in Electrical Engineering.
• Developing and enhancing curriculum materials to support student learning.
• Advising and mentoring undergraduate students, and design competitions
• Promoting ethical standards and professional values in the classroom and beyond.
• Contributing to departmental services, ABET Accreditation, program assessment, and program development.
• Collaborating with faculty to strengthen the undergraduate learning experience.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Evidence of excellence in teaching or strong potential for effective teaching.
• Evidence of mentoring students, with a commitment to supportive pedagogy.
• Ability to teach undergraduate courses and labs.
• Effective communication skills, and commitment to experiential learning and student success.

Application Materials

• If you have questions regarding this position, please Xin Wang, Email: [e-mail].

Application Deadline

Open until filled

Sponsorship Information

Visa Sponsorship Information:

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.

Other Information

About the School

School of Engineering at the University of Missouri-St. Louis (UMSL) provides rigorous, relevant and affordable engineering education to a talented population of students to address the evolving need for engineers and economic growth of the region, state and beyond. The UMSL School of Engineering will house our Bachelor of Science degree programs in mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering. Additional bachelor's degrees, as well as graduate degrees, will be added as the school grows. The school will be committed to accessibility and flexibility ensuring that students can pursue their educational goals in a manner that suits their needs. Faculty will conduct scholarship to expand the bounds of engineering knowledge. The school will be housed in newly renovated teaching and research labs. This includes a Student Project Design Laboratory where students will turn their innovative ideas into reality. This facility is being funded by a $15-million grant from the State of Missouri and is expected to be completed in Fall 2026. The school admitted its first cohort of traditional undergraduate students in Fall 2025 with a full opening upon completion of the renovations in Fall 2026.

About UMSL

Established in 1963 and having just celebrated its 60th anniversary, the University of Missouri-St. Louis is the region's premier public university in eastern Missouri and comes with a storied history. UMSL is a metropolitan, public research and teaching institution consistently recognized for its strong academic programs across disciplines and is considered a primary driver of the St. Louis economy. Supported by nearly 700 faculty across nine schools and colleges, UMSL offers an array of degree options including doctoral and graduate degree programs, numerous bachelor and certificate programs, and is home to the only professional optometry school in Missouri.

With an ambitious goal to become the nation's premier metropolitan public research university, UMSL is a Tier 1 public research institution that prides itself on creating greater access to higher education and is an institution on the move. In three years, the university has risen 69 spots in the U.S. News & World Report rankings and now is now ranked No. 107 among all public universities in the nation. UMSL scored even higher on the 2023 list of "Top Performers on Social Mobility" and ranks No. 1 in Missouri and No. 75 nationally, an improvement of 25 places from last year's rankings.

UMSL is also proud to be ranked for the first time by U.S. News among the nation's Best Colleges for Veterans.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please email the Office of Human Resources at [e-mail].