Engineering Technology/Mechatronics Adjunct Faculty (Part-Time)

Virginia's Community College System; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 1,092,436 - 1,760,572; Part time

Job summary

Virginia's Community College System is seeking Engineering Technology/Mechatronics Adjunct Faculty to teach college-level courses in engineering technology. This part-time role involves developing course content and engaging with students at the Virginia Western campus.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and at least two years of relevant occupational experience. Preferred qualifications include a Master’s degree and college-level teaching experience. Compensation is based on credit hours taught, ranging from $793 to $1278 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum two (2) years of related occupational experience.
• Completion of OSHA Outreach Training Program within the last five years for teaching OSHA courses.
• College-level teaching experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver course content, including lectures, labs, and assignments.
• Write syllabi, exams, assessments, and grading rubrics.
• Engage in departmental communication and collaborate with colleagues.

Skills

Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Ability to develop learning strategies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Engineering (preferred)

Job description

Job Overview

Engineering Technology/Mechatronics Adjunct Faculty (Part‑Time) responsible for teaching college‑level courses in engineering technology and mechatronics. Faculty may deliver in‑person or hybrid instruction on the Virginia Western campus. Positions are filled on a course‑by‑course, semester basis with variable hours and days based on enrollment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver course content, including lectures, labs, and assignments.
• Write syllabi, exams, assessments, and grading rubrics.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of the discipline and trends in community college education.
• Engage in departmental communication and collaborate with colleagues.
• Assist with agency or state efforts during emergency declarations if required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering. Minimum two (2) years of related occupational experience.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to develop learning strategies, curriculum, and assessments for diverse student populations.
• For teaching OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification courses, completion of an OSHA Outreach Training Program within the last five years is required.
• Master’s degree in Engineering (preferred).
• College‑level teaching experience (preferred).

Compensation

Pay Band: $793 - $1278 per credit hour. Faculty rank determined upon credentialing.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non‑merit factors. VCCS is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA) to provide reasonable accommodation when requested.