Adjunct Teaching Faculty | Mechanical Engineering

Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 78,120 - 83,700; Part time

Job summary

Worcester Polytechnic Institute is seeking part-time adjunct faculty for the Mechanical and Materials Engineering Department. The role includes teaching undergraduate and/or graduate classes, with responsibilities such as grading and providing student feedback.

An ideal candidate should hold a master’s degree in a relevant field and have prior teaching experience. Knowledge of online teaching is advantageous. Compensation ranges from $7,000 to $7,500 per course.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline required.
• Prior experience teaching college-level courses is necessary.
• Experience with online teaching preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach day and/or evening classes at undergraduate and/or graduate level.
• Provide timely feedback to students and grade assignments.
• Develop personal expertise and experience into the established curriculum.

Skills

Teaching experience

Mechanical Engineering knowledge

Online teaching experience

Education

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

PhD in related discipline

Tools

Canvas learning management system

Job description

JOB TITLE

Adjunct Teaching Faculty | Mechanical Engineering

LOCATION

Worcester

DEPARTMENT NAME

Mechanical & Materials Engineering - JM

DIVISION NAME

Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

Job Description Summary

An ideal applicant will hold an advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline with significant practical experience in the relevant area, as well as having successful undergraduate or graduate teaching experience. Abilities to teach in other areas is also valued.

Job Description

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. 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 semester. Qualified applicants will be contacted by the academic department when an opening is anticipated. Your application will remain in the pool until the posting closes. If you wish to be considered for positions beyond that date you must reapply.

Responsibilities include teaching from established curriculum but with addition of personal expertise and experience; provide students with timely feedback; grading. Prior experience teaching college‑level courses required. Applicants should review the WPI course catalog and identify engineering courses they may be qualified to teach. Experience with online teaching and the Canvas learning management system preferred but not required. PhD in related discipline preferred; master’s degree in related discipline required.

Compensation

$7,000–$7,500 per course

FLSA STATUS

United States of America (Exempt)

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.