Part-Time Materials Testing Lab Instructor

Penn State University; Penn (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 27,552 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University seeks part-time adjunct instructors for the Mechanical Engineering Program to teach laboratory sections of ME 365: Materials Testing Laboratory during the Fall 2026 semester. Responsibilities include teaching scheduled lab sessions, guiding students through material testing experiments, and maintaining a safe laboratory environment. Ideal candidates will hold a master's degree in a relevant field and have prior teaching experience. Applications are reviewed continuously until the position is filled.

Qualifications

• Preferred: Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Material Science, or a related field.
• Desirable: Prior teaching or lab instruction experience.
• Strong understanding of Material Science and Mechanical Material Testing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Teach laboratory sessions scheduled on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
• Guide students through hands-on experiments in materials testing.
• Ensure a safe and engaging laboratory environment.
• Collaborate with faculty on course objectives.

Job description

Penn State University seeks part-time adjunct instructors for the Mechanical Engineering Program to teach laboratory sections of ME 365: Materials Testing Laboratory during the Fall 2026 semester. Responsibilities include teaching scheduled lab sessions, guiding students through material testing experiments, and maintaining a safe laboratory environment. Ideal candidates will hold a master's degree in a relevant field and have prior teaching experience. Applications are reviewed continuously until the position is filled.