Adjunct Teaching - Civil & Construction Engineering - CCE 304: Civil Engineering Materials: Metals, Woods, and Composites

Brigham Young University; United States; On-site; USD 3,000 - 6,000; Full time

Job summary

Brigham Young University seeks an adjunct instructor for CCE 304: Civil Engineering Materials. The role involves in-person lectures twice weekly and a weekly lab block during Winter 2027 (2nd Block).

Experience in teaching materials and mentoring students is valued, with course materials and exams to be developed. The preferred candidate holds a Master’s degree (or PhD) in Civil/Structural/Materials Engineering and at least 5 years of professional engineering work; PE license is a plus.

Qualifications

• Master's degree (or PhD) in Civil, Structural, or Materials Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional engineering experience; PE license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach CCE 304 - Civil Engineering Materials: Metals, Woods, and Composites (Winter 2027, 2nd Block).
• In person, lecture twice weekly plus a weekly lab block; days and times TBD.
• Instruct students in person during designated class times.
• Provide office consultations and student mentoring (approximately 2 hrs per week).
• Prepare course materials (lectures, lab exercises, homework).
• Evaluate student work and lab reports.
• Write and administer exams.

Skills

Teaching experience

Course design

Student mentoring

Education

Master's degree (or PhD) in Civil, Structural, or Materials Engineering

Job description

Job Title

Adjunct Teaching - Civil & Construction Engineering - CCE 304: Civil Engineering Materials: Metals, Woods, and Composites

Dates

Posting End Date: November 17, 2026; Last day to apply Monday, November 16, 2026, at 11:59pm (MT)

Position Start Date: February 25, 2027

Course Description

Molecular basis and mechanical behavior of civil engineering structural materials (steel, aluminum, wood, and fiber-reinforced composites); failure theories; laboratory testing. Students extract material properties from mechanical tests, apply maximum normal stress, maximum shear stress, and octahedral shear stress failure theories, and design, conduct, and report on materials experiments.

Required Degree

Master's degree (or PhD) in Civil, Structural, or Materials Engineering, or a related field required. The required degree must be completed by the start date.

Experience

A minimum of 5 years of professional engineering experience; PE license preferred.

Duties / Expectations

• Teach CCE 304 - Civil Engineering Materials: Metals, Woods, and Composites (Winter 2027, 2nd Block).
• In person, lecture twice weekly plus a weekly lab block; days and times TBD.
• Instruct students in person during designated class times.
• Provide office consultations and student mentoring (approximately 2 hrs per week).
• Prepare course materials (lectures, lab exercises, homework).
• Evaluate student work and lab reports.
• Write and administer exams.
• Adjunct faculty do not attend faculty meetings and are not required to participate in research or citizenship responsibilities.

Course Description

Molecular basis and mechanical behavior of civil engineering structural materials (steel, aluminum, wood, and fiber-reinforced composites); failure theories; laboratory testing. Students extract material properties from mechanical tests, apply maximum normal stress, maximum shear stress, and octahedral shear stress failure theories, and design, conduct, and report on materials experiments.

Documents Required at the Time of Application

• Updated Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Mission Alignment Statement

Mission Alignment Statement

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.

• 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.

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

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