Civil Engineering Adjunct

New World Medical, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join an esteemed institution as an Adjunct in Civil Engineering, where you will inspire the next generation of engineers. This role offers the opportunity to teach both undergraduate and graduate courses, ensuring that students gain the knowledge and skills necessary for success in the field. With a focus on small-class intimacy and a commitment to academic excellence, you will be part of a vibrant community dedicated to fostering innovation and leadership in engineering. If you have a passion for teaching and a strong background in Civil Engineering, this position is perfect for you to make a lasting impact.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required; Ph.D. preferred for teaching Civil Engineering.
• Previous teaching experience and professional engagement are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver lectures for undergraduate and graduate Civil Engineering courses.
• Prepare and grade assignments, and hold office hours for student support.

Skills

Teaching experience

Knowledge of Civil Engineering

Use of learning management systems (Canvas)

Professional engagement activities

Education

Master's degree in relevant field

Ph.D. in relevant field (preferred)

Tools

Canvas learning management system

Job description

Located in the vibrant University Heights district of downtown Newark, NJ, just 20 minutes from New York City by train, NJIT is one of the nation’s leading public polytechnic universities. With an enrollment of over 11,000 students, a budget of over half a billion dollars, and a full-time workforce of approximately 1,400 employees, NJIT offers small-campus intimacy with the resources of a major public research university. NJIT’s faculty and staff take pride in preparing students to be leaders in the technology-dependent economy of the 21st century.

Thank you for your interest in a career at the New Jersey Institute of Technology.

Title: Civil Engineering Adjunct

Department: Civil & Environmental Engineering

Reports To: The Department Chair

Position Type: Faculty

Position Summary: The John A. Reif, Jr. Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) seeks Adjuncts to teach both undergraduate and graduate courses in Civil Engineering. Adjunct instructors will be given the learning objectives and requirements for each class assigned. CEE offers an undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering, as well as graduate degrees including a Master in Civil Engineering, Masters in Environmental Engineering, Masters in Critical Infrastructure Systems, and Masters in Transportation, and a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering, and Ph.D. in Transportation. The Department also offers ONLINE Programs: Masters in Civil Engineering and Masters in Transportation.

Essential Functions:

1. Successful candidates will be expected to develop and deliver lectures; prepare and grade assignments; learn and use the learning management system - Canvas.
2. Provide time during the week to meet with students outside of class (i.e. office hours) as needed; verify presence and submit grades to the Registrar at the end of the semester.

Prerequisite Qualifications:

1. Previous teaching experience.
2. Master's degree from an accredited institution in the area applicable to teaching area.
3. Currently employed with duties related to the teaching subject area.
4. Professional experience substantial in duration and level of responsibility; sustained academic or business-related or professional engagement activities within the last 5 years.
5. For those who have taught any college-level course before, you must submit teaching evaluations; all candidates must provide at least two reference letters focusing on teaching/presentation skills, domain knowledge, and willingness to help others (students); and all candidates must include a personal statement.
6. At the university's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be exempted where the candidate can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the university, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Ph.D. from an accredited institution in the area applicable to the teaching area; professional engagement activities which involve application of specialized knowledge.

Bargaining Unit: AFT-UCAN

FLSA: Non-Exempt, Part-Time

As an EEO employer, NJIT is committed to building a diverse and inclusive teaching, research, and working environment and strongly encourages applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women.