Adjunct Teaching Faculty | Aerospace Engineering

Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Worcester (MA); Hybrid; USD 6,000 - 8,100; Part time

Job summary

Worcester Polytechnic Institute invites applications for the part-time position of Adjunct Teaching Faculty in the Aerospace Engineering Department. The adjunct will teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses with options for on-campus and online delivery, using established syllabi and the instructor’s expertise.

The ideal candidate holds an advanced degree in Aerospace Engineering or closely related discipline and has prior college-level teaching or TA experience; industry experience is

Qualifications

• Adjunct Teaching Faculty will teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses with on-campus and online delivery.
• An ideal applicant will have teaching or teaching assistant experience at the college level.
• Experience in aerospace engineering or related industry is valued.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses listed in the catalog; align with established syllabi.
• Conduct office hours and provide timely feedback to students.
• Grade assessments and provide clear feedback and evaluative materials.
• Deliver courses with personal expertise while adhering to program standards.

Skills

Teaching experience

Online teaching

Course development

Education

Advanced degree in Aerospace Engineering or closely related discipline

Tools

Online teaching platforms

Job description

JOB TITLE

Adjunct Teaching Faculty | Aerospace Engineering

LOCATION

Worcester

DEPARTMENT NAME

Aerospace Engineering - JM

DIVISION NAME

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 at Worcester Polytechnic Institute is seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach day and/or evening classes. Part-time faculty positions are created to provide an available applicant pool for the department. Positions 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

An Adjunct Teaching Faculty 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. Applicants should specifically identify which courses would be the best fit for their expertise. https://www.wpi.edu/academics/calendar-catalogs

An ideal applicant will hold an advanced degree in Aerospace Engineering or closely related discipline. Prior experience as an instructor or a teaching assistant at the college-level is required. Relevant industry experience is also valued. Responsibilities include teaching from an established course syllabus but with addition of personal expertise and experience; conducting office hours; grading the course assessments; providing students with timely feedback; providing materials used in course evaluations.

Compensation

$7,000 per course

FLSA STATUS

United States of America (Exempt)

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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 and experiences 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 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 benefits, including health insurance, life and long-term disability insurance, retirement savings plans, tuition assistance, flexible spending and health savings 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.