Adjunct Professor of Engineering

Oklahoma City Community College; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 1,019,424; Part time

Job summary

A community college in Oklahoma seeks an Adjunct Professor of Engineering. The role requires delivering quality instruction and supporting student success. Applicants must have a Master’s degree in Engineering or a related field with at least 18 graduate hours. This position is on an as-needed basis, with a pay rate of $740 per credit hour. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with at least 18 graduate hours in Engineering or related field is required.
• Flexible teaching style to meet individual learning styles.
• Ability to assist students in understanding complex concepts.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality instruction in assigned courses.
• Participate in the assessment of student learning outcomes.
• Respond promptly to administrative requests.

Skills

Demonstrated positive human relations and communication skills

Basic computer skills

Flexible teaching style

Knowledge of computer programs

Organization and attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Ability to communicate effectively

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Special Instructions

Applicants are to thoroughly complete the online application and attach the following required documents: cover letter, resume, and transcript conferring a minimum of a Master’s degree and confirming successful completion of at least 18 graduate hours in Engineering or related field.

Applicants who do not attach the required documents will not be considered for the position.

For application assistance or questions, please contact Human Resources at [phone], Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

Position Information

Posting Number: Adjunct_0401951

Classification Title: Adjunct Professor

Working Title: Adjunct Professor of Engineering

Datatel Position ID: SEMA6ADJENGI1A

Annual Hours: As needed or assigned

Placement Range: $740 per Credit Hour

Position Type: Adjunct Faculty

General Description: An adjunct faculty member at Oklahoma City Community College has the primary responsibility of instruction. Secondary responsibilities include supporting the integrity of curricula, encouraging student success, and promoting the mission of the division to which the adjunct faculty member belongs as well as the College as a whole.

Reporting: Reports to Engineering Department Chair. No positions report to this position.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated positive human relations and communication skills.
• Basic computer skills, proficient in the use of Microsoft Office or similar software.
• Flexible teaching style to accommodate individual learning styles.
• Committed to helping students achieve their goals to be successful and attain a college education.
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn computer programs used in the department and on campus (such as MineOnline and Moodle).
• Organization and attention to detail.
• Support and willingness to teach in a competency-based instructional system.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate work with colleagues and peers.
• Ability to work well as a team member in an instructional unit.
• Ability to communicate and articulate concepts in an organized manner both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to read and understand content in order to assist students when they are having difficulty interpreting concepts.
• Ability to interact in an effective and encouraging manner with students individually and in groups.
• Must be punctual.
• Must be reliable.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

General Physical Requirements: Light work – may occasionally exert up to 20 pounds of force to move objects.

Physical Activities: Frequently move about the classroom or lab to assist students and perform essential functions. Frequently communicate with students, faculty, and staff. Operate a computer, office equipment, and mobile devices to prepare instructional documents, answer email correspondence, and complete other activities.

Visual Acuity: Judge, observe, and assess the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or make general observations.

Working Conditions: Indoor classroom, lab or office setting.

Preferred Qualifications

None.

Job Duties (Position Specific)

An adjunct faculty member is primarily responsible for supporting student learning by providing quality instruction in courses that the adjunct faculty member and the dean/director agree will be taught. Quality instruction includes clear course objectives, prepared and relevant class activities, effective and understandable presentations of learning materials, fair and understandable grading practices (credit classes only), timely responses to students, and a positive atmosphere in the classroom.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Participate in the assessment of student learning outcomes for the program and/or department.
• Respond promptly to information requests from program, division, and College administrators.
• Attend department, division, and College meetings as required.
• Acquire new knowledge and skills as appropriate for the academic discipline.
• Satisfy objectives for mutually agreed upon special assignments.
• Support the College’s vision, mission, goals, and priorities.

Potential Courses Taught:

• Engineering Physics I
• Engineering Physics II
• Engineering Graphics & Design
• Intro to Engineering
• Rigid Body Mechanics
• Thermodynamics
• Fluid Mechanics
• Dynamics
• Statics
• Electrical Science
• Digital Design
• Signals & Filtering

Job Duties (Safety / Policy & Procedures)

Abide by the policies and procedures published in the Board of Regents Policies and College Policies & Procedures.

Contribute to a safe educational & working environment.

Adhere to established safety and health procedures and practices for the purpose of providing injury and illness prevention for self and others.

Complete quarterly health and safety training pursuant to OCCC’s established safety and health procedures and practices.

Participate in all applicable OCCC emergency, evacuation and shelter in place drills and be prepared to take action and assist others in taking appropriate action should a health or safety emergency occur.

Supplemental Questions

• * Have you attached all required documents? Yes / No
• * Do you have at least a master's degree with at least 18 graduate hours in Engineering or related field? Yes / No