Engineering Economics and Project Management – Adjunct Faculty – Traditional Campus (Spring 2027) – College of Engineering and Technology

Grand Canyon University Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 13,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition benefits

401(k)

Gym and Fitness Center

Canyon Health & Wellness Center

Job summary

Grand Canyon University in Phoenix is seeking adjunct faculty to teach part-time, face-to-face in the College of Engineering and Technology.

Courses include Engineering Economics and Project Management. Ideal candidates have a Doctorate or professional engineering license and 3+ years of industry experience leading projects.

GCU emphasizes a Christ-centered mission, values diversity, and requires scholarship, mentorship, and engagement with students as part of the role.

Qualifications

• Preferred: Doctorate or professional engineering license.
• Minimum: Bachelor's in an engineering discipline AND Master's in an engineering or business discipline AND 3+ years industry experience leading projects.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate classroom lecture and discussions
• Engage students in learning course objectives and topics
• Assess student performance and mentor success in the classroom
• Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement, and Mission of Grand Canyon University

Education

Bachelor's in an engineering discipline

Master's in an engineering or business discipline

Doctorate or professional engineering license (preferred)

Job description

Make a Difference at Grand Canyon University

The College of Engineering and Technology employs faculty and faculty leaders who are passionate about engaging and mentoring students to best prepare them for the continuously changing worlds of IT and Engineering. Our faculty are energetic advisors who are committed to helping our students grow academically, spiritually, and personally. They are experts in their respective fields, in addition to being passionate educators and collaborators who help enhance the college experience for all students. Join our mission in helping others find their purpose and start your instructor career with GCU. The College of Engineering and Technology offers rewarding opportunities for adjunct faculty to teach part-time, face-to-face instruction at our Phoenix campus. If you are highly motivated and passionate about teaching exceptional quality instruction in modern facilities with smaller class sizes, we’d like to hear from you.

Why Work at GCU:

Tuition benefits specifically for the adjunct employee 401(k) Employee Perks and Discounts Gym and Fitness Center Canyon Health & Wellness Center GCU Traditional Campus - Phoenix, AZ: Courses are in-person and on-campus for the Spring 2027 Semester (01/04/2027 - 04/23/2027) Course: Engineering Economics and Project Management This is a writing-intensive course that covers the basics of managing an engineering project, including: project planning, initiating of the project, implementation of the project plan, and completion of the project. Students will learn how to pitch their idea for funding, both in written form and in oral form, as well as how to prepare a formal written funding proposal. The class will cover the basics of engineering economics and introduce how this topic is covered on the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam. Throughout the semester, the students will use the management and economic concepts learned to develop a portfolio and proposal for a capstone project to be completed in the following year.

What You Will Do:

Facilitate classroom lecture and discussions Engage students in learning course objectives and topics Assess student performance and mentor success in the classroom Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement, and Mission of Grand Canyon University

Qualifications:

Preferred: Doctorate or professional engineering license. Minimum: Bachelor’s in an engineering discipline AND Master’s in an engineering or business discipline AND 3 or more years industry experience leading projects.

GCU's Christian worldview has shaped the university's mission and growth for more than 65 years. As a Christ-centered higher education institution, GCU integrates faith, learning and work to connect the GCU community with distinct Christian principles and strong central values.

The University values diversity among its students, faculty and staff, and invites applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, individuals with disabilities and veterans.

At GCU, working professionals may find their purpose in ways marked by compassion, service, integrity and concern for the common good.

Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory outcome (as determined by the university) of pre-employment screening activities, including a background check.

All staff and faculty candidates will be asked to review GCU’s Staff or Faculty expectations as part of the application process.