Adjunct Teaching - Chemical & Biological Engineering - CBE 461: Capstone Coach II Projects

Brigham Young University; United States; On-site; USD 4,000 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

Brigham Young University in Utah is seeking an Adjunct Teaching candidate for Chemical & Biological Engineering (CBE 461: Capstone). The role coaches a team of 5-7 senior students on industry-sponsored capstone projects, dedicating 4-6 hours weekly between 8-10 AM Monday through Friday for Winter 2027.

Requirements include a BS in engineering (MS preferred) and willingness to relocate to Utah for the duration.

Qualifications

• BS in engineering required; MS preferred.
• Ability to coach senior chemical engineering student groups on capstone projects.
• Must be able to relocate to Utah for duration of employment.

Responsibilities

• Coach a team of 5-7 students for 4-6 hours weekly between 8-10 AM MT.
• Help student groups organize, problem solve, and deliver project deliverables.
• Support BYU's mission and university policies.
• Attend weekly sponsor and faculty coach meetings.
• Maintain an excellent working relationship with the sponsor’s liaison engineer.
• Maintain realistic project scope throughout winter semester.

Skills

Chemical engineering

Coaching

Education

BS in engineering

MS preferred

Job description

Position Details

Job Title: Adjunct Teaching - Chemical & Biological Engineering - CBE 461: Capstone Coach II Projects Posting End Date:October 21, 2026 *NOTE: Last day to apply is Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at 11:59pm (MT) Position Start Date: January 6, 2027 Required Degree: BS degree in engineering or related field required. MS degree preferred. The required degree must be completed by the start date.

Experience

Demonstrated success within career as a chemical engineer. Demonstrate an interest and passion in guiding senior chemical engineering student groups through group organization and problem solving on industry sponsored projects.

Duties/Expectations

• Ability to spend an average of 4-6 hours per week between 8-10 AM M-F coaching a team of engineering students (5-7 members) for winter semester 2027.
• Help student groups self-organize, problem solve and successfully complete their assigned project by producing deliverables.
• Must also be able to support the mission of Brigham Young University.
• Learn and share Capstone policies
• Coach and mentor your student design team
• Attend weekly team meetings, student sponsor meetings and faculty coach meetings
• Establish and maintain an excellent working relationship with the project sponsor’s liaison engineer
• Maintain a realistic project scope throughout winter semester

Documents Required at the Time of Application

Please attach your updated curriculum vitae, cover letter, and Mission Alignment Statement (instructions below) to the faculty application. Note: Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not being considered. This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.

MISSION ALIGNMENT STATEMENT INSTRUCTIONS

If you are a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators, (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community, and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball).

If you are not a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. The mission of Brigham Young University — founded, supported, and guided by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints — is to assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life. BYU employees must possess a commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the Aims of a BYU Education. That commitment is demonstrated through the following behaviors, attitudes, and expressions: intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among members of the BYU community commitment to seek and be led by the Holy Ghost in all aspects of university assignments student-centeredness above all other professional pursuits excellence in teaching, scholarship, mentoring, and citizenship commitment to a campus culture of unity, love, and belonging a pattern of exemplary conduct that combines spiritual values and personal integrity in conducting work in a professional manner consistent with the values espoused by the university and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints a pattern of public expression that faithfully promotes the mission and doctrines of the Church; is devoid of contradicting or opposing Church doctrines, policies, and general leaders; and refrains from expressions and behaviors that are dishonest, unchaste, profane, or disrespectful of others

BYU is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Contact

[e-mail] 1-801-422-7017