Structure and Property of Materials Lab – Adjunct Faculty – Traditional Campus - (Fall 2026) – [...]

Grand Canyon University; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 20,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition benefits

401(k)

Employee Perks and Discounts

Gym and Fitness Center

Canyon Health & Wellness Center

Job summary

A leading university in Phoenix, AZ is seeking passionate adjunct faculty to teach part-time in hands-on engineering labs. The role involves facilitating classroom discussions, engaging with students, and assessing their performance. The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, with a commitment to supporting the university's mission. Benefits include tuition discounts and a wellness center. Classes to be held on campus, fostering an engaging educational environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or related discipline.
• Experience in mechanical properties of materials is required.
• Teaching experience is preferred; Doctorate is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate classroom lectures and discussions.
• Engage students in learning course objectives.
• Assess student performance and mentor success.

Skills

Teaching

Mentoring

Student Engagement

Education

Master’s in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering or related field

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

Course Information

Course: Structure and Property of Materials Lab
When: Fall 2026 Semester (09/08/2026 - 12/13/2026)
Location: In‑person and on‑campus at GCU Traditional Campus – Phoenix, AZ

This is the lab section of MEE‑340. The course reinforces theoretical concepts covered in lecture and with hands‑on activities. Students conduct lab experiments to better understand how certain properties of materials manifest themselves.

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.

What You Will Bring

• Minimum: Master’s in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or related engineering discipline with experience in mechanical properties of materials.
• Preferred: Doctorate in any of the above disciplines.