Engineering Adjunct Instructor (TEMPORARY)

Contra Costa Community College District; Pittsburg (CA); On-site; USD 107,000 - 188,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

STRS retirement

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending

Job summary

Contra Costa Community College District invites applications for qualified adjunct Engineering faculty to teach lecture and laboratory sections at the Pittsburg campus for Spring 2027 and subsequent terms.

The department offers foundational engineering coursework to support an AS degree and transfer to four-year programs. Courses include Intro to Engineering, MATLAB, C++ Programming, Circuit Analysis, and more; day hours with some evenings.

Qualifications

• Master’s in Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Strong communication and collaborative skills.
• Commitment to supporting a diverse student body.
• Prior teaching experience is desirable; encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in accordance with curriculum and schedules.
• Foster an environment that encourages discussion and critical thinking.
• Evaluate student progress and assign grades.
• Hold office hours and meet with students outside class.
• Maintain professional standards and current subject knowledge.
• Fulfill duties of part-time/temporary faculty and keep records accurate.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Teaching potential

Education

Master’s in Engineering

Bachelor’s in Engineering + Master’s in Mathematics/Physics/CS/Chemistry/Geology

Professional Engineer license (PE)

Tools

MATLAB

C++ Programming

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

The Los Medanos College Engineering Department is accepting applications for qualified adjunct Engineering faculty to teach lecture and lab sections at the Pittsburg campus for Spring 2027 and upcoming terms.
Required Application Documents:
Please upload the following materials with your submission:
1. Unofficial transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate coursework (clearly indicating the degree awarded and conferral date).
2. A résumé detailing your relevant background, preparation, and experience for this role.
3. A cover letter outlining your interest in the position.

Position Title

Special Instructions to Applicants

The Los Medanos College Engineering Department is accepting applications for qualified adjunct Engineering faculty to teach lecture and lab sections at the Pittsburg campus for Spring 2027 and upcoming terms.
Required Application Documents:
Please upload the following materials with your submission:
1. Unofficial transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate coursework (clearly indicating the degree awarded and conferral date).
2. A résumé detailing your relevant background, preparation, and experience for this role.
3. A cover letter outlining your interest in the position.

Description of Position

The Los Medanos College Engineering Department invites applications for qualified adjunct Engineering faculty to teach lecture and laboratory sections at the Pittsburg campus starting in Spring 2027 and subsequent terms. The department provides foundational engineering coursework supporting Associate in Science degree completion and seamless transfer to four-year university engineering programs. Core course offerings include Introduction to Engineering, Engineering Graphics/Drawing, MATLAB , C++ Programming, Circuit Analysis, Materials Science, Statics, Dynamics and Manufacturing Processes. Class schedules and course assignments depend on departmental requirements and student enrollment demands, with instruction scheduled primarily during daytime hours alongside select evening offerings. Minimum Requirements: Candidates must hold at least a Master’s degree in Engineering (or equivalent) and demonstrate outstanding communication and collaborative skills. Applicants should display a strong dedication to instructing and supporting a diverse student body representing varied racial, ethnic, socioeconomic, and academic backgrounds, as well as gender identities and physical/learning abilities. While prior teaching experience is preferred, candidates without formal instructional backgrounds who demonstrate strong potential and enthusiasm for teaching are strongly encouraged to apply.

Inquiries

Francesca Briggs
Professor of Engineering
Physical Science Department Chair
[e-mail]

Recruitment Type

Recruitment Type Faculty

Posting Number

Posting Number F01383

# of Openings

# of Openings 2

Adjunct instructor classroom faculty pay rate is $77.87-$136.73 per hour (up to $151.16).

Position Status

Position Status Temporary

EEO Job Category

EEO Job Category Faculty & Other Instructional Staff

Employee Group

Employee Group Part-Time Faculty

Department

Department L5008-Physical Science

Duties and Responsibilities

• 1. providing instruction in accordance with established curriculum, course outlines and class schedules;
• 2. creating and maintaining an environment which emphasizes learning, encourages free discussion of ideas and critical thinking;
• 3. evaluating progress of students concerning educational matters and grades student work;
• 4. meeting with students outside of class;
• 5. maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics;
• 6. maintaining current knowledge in the subject matter areas;
• 7. fulfilling professional responsibilities of a part-time/temporary faculty member;
• 8. maintaining accurate academic records;
• 9. performing other related duties as assigned.

Understanding of and sensitivity to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, staff and faculty.

Master’s in any field of engineering OR Bachelor’s in any of the above AND Master’s in mathematics, physics, computer science, chemistry or geology OR the equivalent ( NOTE : A bachelor’s in any field of engineering with a professional engineer’s license is an alternative qualification for this discipline)

License/Certificates/Credentials

N/A
Prior teaching experience is desirable

Desirable Qualifications

Experienced in advocating for and supporting students with wide-ranging identities, abilities, academic needs, and cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Job Open Date:

Job Open Date: 10/27/2026

Job Close Date:

Job Close Date: 06/30/2027

Open Until Filled No

Employment Begins:

Employment Begins: SP27

# of Months

# of Months 4 months/semester

Employee Benefits

• Membership in State Teachers Retirement System ( STRS )
• District-paid benefits (employee contributes 6%) for employee and dependents/domestic partners include: Medical (Anthem Blue Cross or Kaiser) insurance including chiropractic services
• Dental and vision
• Flexible spending (125) plan
• Life and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Deferred compensation (403b and 457)
• Sabbatical Leave

Additional Benefits: The District also offers eligible faculty employees, travel assistance plan, retiree benefits, and employee discounts on health memberships.

Newly hired employees may notify the respective union (Local 1 or United Faculty) if they opt to join and/or authorize payment to the union. If the newly hired employee authorizes payment to the union then the following fees apply: Local 1 has a one-time initiation fee of $45.00 and monthly contribution of 1% of gross pay +$1. United Faculty has an agency fee of .55% of gross pay plus $2.50.

Selection Process

1. Applications will be screened to ensure the applicant meets the minimum qualifications as stated in the job announcement.
2. The applications, cover letters, resumes, unofficial college transcripts, and other supporting materials submitted by all qualified applicants will be reviewed by a screening committee. Those who are deemed to possess the highest degree of desirable qualifications will be invited to the college at their own expense.
3. During the campus visit, each applicant will be interviewed and may be asked to conduct a demonstration appropriate to the discipline. Responses to the interview questions and demonstration will be rated by the interview committee.
4. Upon hire, the successful candidate must meet the conditions of employment. Finalists must provide verification of transcripts. TB test, physical examination, fingerprinting/conviction clearance and proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States.

Foreign Degree and Credit Statement

In accordance with the United Faculty Contract, Article 20.3.1.3.2, all foreign degrees and credits used to meet the minimum qualifications must be evaluated by an approved National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES ) agency www.naces.org prior to the implementation of the equivalency process. Please upload your evaluation with your application when you apply for this position. We cannot accept foreign degree evaluations after the closing date

Request For Reasonable Accommodation

Medical Verification
Candidates with legally defined disabilities may request reasonable accommodations by notifying the Human Resources Department by the deadline date. Candidates will be required to supply documentation supporting the need for the accommodation when the request is made. Please complete the forms provided in the links above and email to [e-mail]

It is the District’s policy to ensure that all qualified applicants for employment and employees have full and equal access to employment opportunity, and are not subjected to discrimination in any program or activity of the District on the basis of ethnic group identity, race, color, ancestry, religion, marital status, sex, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, parental status, citizenship or because an individual is perceived to have one or more of these characteristics or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

Supplemental Questions

• * Tell us how you meet the minimum job qualifications: Master’s in any field of engineering OR Bachelor’s in any of the above AND Master’s in mathematics, physics, computer science, chemistry or geology OR the equivalent (NOTE: A bachelor’s in any field of engineering with a professional engineer’s license is an alternative qualification for this discipline). If you do not possess the listed degree, you can complete the master degree equivalency form in the attachment section of the application.

  (Open Ended Question)

Required Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcript (must show degree(s) conferred) or Application for Equivalency

Optional Documents

• Foreign Degree Evaluation Form (NACES Approved Agency)
• Application for Equivalency
• Unofficial Transcript 2
• Unofficial Transcript 3
• Unofficial Transcript 4

Contra Costa Community College District
District Office
500 Court Street
Martinez, CA 94553

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