Adjunct Teaching Faculty | Chemical Engineering

Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 8,000 - 10,000; Part time

Job summary

Worcester Polytechnic Institute is seeking part-time Adjunct Teaching Faculty in the Chemical Engineering department. This role involves teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses, with delivery options including on-campus, off-campus, and online. Ideal candidates will hold an advanced degree in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline, along with prior teaching or industry experience. Compensation ranges from $8,000 to $10,000 per course. The position provides flexibility with start dates depending on the course and semester.

Qualifications

• An ideal applicant will hold an advanced degree in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Prior teaching experience and/or industry experience is also valued.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses with options for on‑campus, off‑campus in a corporate setting, and online delivery.
• Identify which courses in the current chemical engineering curriculum align best with expertise.

Job description

Job Title

Adjunct Teaching Faculty | Chemical Engineering

Location

Worcester

Department Name

Chemical 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 Chemical Engineering Department seeks part‑time adjunct faculty to teach day and/or evening classes. These positions are created to provide an available applicant pool for the department and will be filled on an as‑needed basis. Start dates vary by course and semester.

Job Description

An Adjunct Teaching Faculty member will teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses with options for on‑campus, off‑campus in a corporate setting, and online delivery. All topics in Chemical Engineering are of interest. Applicants should identify which courses in the current chemical engineering curriculum align best with their expertise.

An ideal applicant will hold an advanced degree in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline. Prior teaching experience and/or industry experience is also valued.

Compensation

$8,000–$10,000 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 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.