Adjunct Teaching Faculty | Mechanical Engineering

Worcester Polytech; Maryland; On-site; USD 78,120 - 83,700; Part time

Job summary

Worcester Polytechnic Institute is seeking part-time Adjunct Teaching Faculty in Mechanical Engineering. Ideal candidates will hold a master's degree and have prior experience in teaching. Responsibilities include teaching established curriculum, providing feedback, and grading assignments.

The position offers a compensation of $7,000–$7,500 per course and varies by semester. Candidates should be ready to teach undergraduate or graduate-level classes and possess relevant practical experience in engineering.

Qualifications

• Prior experience teaching college-level courses required.
• PhD in a related discipline preferred; master's degree in a related discipline required.
• Experience with online teaching and Canvas preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Teach from established curriculum, adding personal expertise.
• Provide students with timely feedback.
• Grade assignments and provide constructive evaluations.

Skills

Teaching college-level courses

Experience with online teaching

Familiarity with Canvas learning management system

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

PhD in related discipline

Job description

JOB TITLE

Adjunct Teaching Faculty | Mechanical Engineering

LOCATION

Worcester

DEPARTMENT

Mechanical & Materials Engineering - JM

DIVISION

Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

SUMMARY

An ideal applicant will hold an advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline, possess significant practical experience in the relevant area, and have successful undergraduate or graduate teaching experience. Ability to teach in other areas is also valued.

Worcester Polytechnic Institute is seeking part‑time adjunct faculty to teach day and/or evening classes for the Mechanical and Materials Engineering Department at the undergraduate and/or graduate level. 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 semester.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach from established curriculum, adding personal expertise and experience
• Provide students with timely feedback
• Grade assignments and provide constructive evaluations

QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience teaching college‑level courses required
• PhD in a related discipline preferred; master’s degree in a related discipline required
• Experience with online teaching and the Canvas learning management system preferred but not required
• Applicants should review the WPI course catalog and identify engineering courses they may be qualified to teach

COMPENSATION

$7,000–$7,500 per course

FLSA STATUS

United States of America (Exempt)

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.