Electromagnetics Instructor for Undergrad Course

Virginia Commonwealth University; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 1,200 - 2,200; Part time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, VA, is seeking an adjunct lecturer to teach an undergraduate course entitled “Introduction to Electromagnetic Fields” for Spring 2027. The role involves lectures, assignments, exams, and student assessment. The candidate should hold a Ph.D.

in Engineering or a related field, with strong system thinking and communication skills. Prior teaching or experience in electromagnetics preferred.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Engineering or a related field from an accredited program.
• Strong working knowledge of system thinking, system design thinking, and life cycle design and management with an emphasis on abstracting and modeling system complexity to develop a holistic and realistic system representation.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver lectures aligned with course objectives.
• Prepare and assign homework problems and exams for the course.
• Grade homework and exams and assign final course grades.
• Collect assessment data and sample student work as needed.
• Hold office hours and respond to student questions and emails promptly.

Skills

System thinking

Communication

Teaching ability

Education

Ph.D. in Engineering or related field

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, VA, is seeking an adjunct lecturer to teach an undergraduate course entitled “Introduction to Electromagnetic Fields” for Spring 2027. The role involves lectures, assignments, exams, and student assessment. The candidate should hold a Ph.D.

in Engineering or a related field, with strong system thinking and communication skills. Prior teaching or experience in electromagnetics preferred.