Adjunct Teaching Faculty | Aerospace Engineering

Worcester Polytech; Maryland; On-site; USD 71,089 - 85,150; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Tuition assistance

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Worcester Polytechnic Institute is seeking part-time Adjunct Teaching Faculty for its Aerospace Engineering Department. The role involves teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, with options for both on-campus and online delivery. Applicants will help create an available pool for teaching and should identify relevant courses for their expertise.

Compensation is $7,000 per course. WPI promotes a diverse and accessible campus and offers a supportive working environment.

Qualifications

• Hold an advanced degree in Aerospace Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Have prior experience as an instructor or teaching assistant at the college level.
• Relevant industry experience is also valued.

Responsibilities

• Teach from an established course syllabus, adding personal expertise and experience.
• Conduct office hours.
• Grade course assessments.
• Provide students with timely feedback.
• Provide materials used in course evaluations.

Skills

Teaching experience

Course syllabus development

Industry experience in Aerospace Engineering

Education

Advanced degree in Aerospace Engineering

Job description

Job Title

Adjunct Teaching Faculty | Aerospace Engineering

Location

Worcester

Department

Aerospace Engineering - JM

Division

Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

Job Description Summary

Worcester Polytechnic Institute invites applications for the part‑time position of Adjunct Teaching Faculty. The Aerospace Engineering Department has part‑time adjunct faculty positions to teach day and/or evening classes. Positions are created to provide an available applicant pool for the department and will be filled on an as‑needed basis. Start dates will vary by course and term. Applications will remain in the pool until the posting closes.

Job Description

As an Adjunct Teaching Faculty member you will teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses with various options for on‑campus and online delivery. All courses listed in the WPI undergraduate and graduate catalog under the Aerospace Engineering curriculum are of interest (https://www.wpi.edu/academics/calendar-catalogs). Applicants should specifically identify which courses would be the best fit for their expertise.

Responsibilities

• Teach from an established course syllabus, adding personal expertise and experience
• Conduct office hours
• Grade course assessments
• Provide students with timely feedback
• Provide materials used in course evaluations

Qualifications

• Hold an advanced degree in Aerospace Engineering or a closely related discipline
• Have prior experience as an instructor or teaching assistant at the college level
• Relevant industry experience is also valued

Compensation

$7,000 per course

FLSA Status

United States of America (Exempt)

Equal Opportunity Statement

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.

About WPI

Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) is a vibrant and diverse community of extraordinary students, talented and dedicated staff, and world‑renowned faculty. Along with its state‑of‑the‑art research facilities, WPI offers competitive and comprehensive employee benefit programs, including paid time off, health insurance, life and long‑term disability insurance, retirement savings plans, tuition assistance, flexible spending accounts, and a working environment that prioritizes mental health and well‑being. It is a community committed to civility and respect—making inclusion and belonging a reality for everyone on its campus.