Adjunct to teach Mechanical Design

University of Colorado Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Colorado Denver is seeking an adjunct instructor to teach an undergraduate Mechanical Design course in the Denver metropolitan area. This part-time, on-site role involves delivering lectures, updating syllabi, and guiding project-based learning while maintaining regular office hours to support students and ensure alignment with accreditation standards.

The candidate should have a strong foundation in Education and Teaching with experience in mechanical design courses, excellent

Qualifications

• Experience delivering mechanical design or closely related engineering courses.
• Proficiency in lesson planning to design structured, outcome-based learning experiences and hands-on activities.
• Excellent communication skills for clear instruction, feedback, and collaboration with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Deliver undergraduate course focused on mechanical design principles, methods, and tools.
• Prepare and update course materials including syllabi, lectures, assignments, and assessments.
• Teach scheduled course, lead discussions, guide project-based learning, and hold regular office hours for student support.
• Evaluate student performance and provide timely feedback; collaborate with department faculty to maintain high-quality instruction.

Skills

Education & Teaching

Lesson Planning

Communication Skills

Undergraduate Design Coursework

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Company Description

The University of Colorado Denver (CU Denver) is Colorado’s only public urban research university, serving a diverse student body of more than 14,000 learners. The institution offers rigorous academic programs, ambitious research and creative work, and strong civic engagement rooted in the city of Denver. CU Denver emphasizes a blend of immersive classroom instruction and real-world experiences that align with current industry demands. Graduates help drive the future of Denver and the broader region through well-developed expertise and innovative thinking.

Role Description

The Adjunct to teach Mechanical Design will deliver undergraduate course focused on mechanical design principles, methods, and tools in the Denver Metropolitan Area. This part-time, on-site position involves preparing and updating course materials, including syllabi, lectures, assignments, and assessments that align with program outcomes and accreditation standards. The role includes teaching scheduled the course, leading discussions, guiding project-based learning, and holding regular office hours to support and advise students. The adjunct will evaluate student performance, provide timely feedback, and collaborate with department faculty to maintain high-quality instruction and continuous curriculum improvement. Additional responsibilities may include integrating industry-relevant software and practices into coursework and participating in appropriate departmental meetings or activities.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Education and Teaching, with experience delivering mechanical design or closely related engineering courses.
• Proficiency in Lesson Planning and Training to design structured, outcome-based learning experiences and hands-on activities.
• Excellent Communication skills for clear instruction, student feedback, and collaboration with colleagues and staff.
• Relevant academic credentials, a master’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field. 10-20 years of experience in mechanical design with a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field can substitute for the master's degree.
• Must have taken mechanical design as an undergraduate in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field