Adjunct Instructor - Engineering

About the role

St. Ambrose University invites applications for adjunct faculty to teach undergraduate Engineering courses during the Spring 2027 semester at the Davenport, Iowa campus, as well as for consideration for future adjunct teaching opportunities. Multiple teaching opportunities are available; candidates may apply to teach one or more courses based on qualifications, expertise, and availability.

Responsibilities

• Teach ENGR-296 Manufacturing Processes (Tuesday/Thursday, 6:30‑7:45 p.m.)
• Teach ENGR-303 Strength of Materials (Monday/Wednesday, 6:30‑7:45 p.m.)
• Teach IE-415 Systems Integration & Design (Monday/Wednesday, 6:30‑7:45 p.m.)
• Teach IE-350 Operations Planning, Scheduling & Control (Tuesday/Thursday, 6:30‑7:45 p.m.)
• Prepare course materials, deliver lectures, assess student performance, and provide academic support.
• Be considered for future adjunct teaching opportunities in engineering disciplines as instructional needs arise.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in engineering or a closely related discipline (preferred).
• Significant relevant professional engineering experience with appropriate academic preparation (encouraged).
• Previous college‑level teaching experience (preferred but not required).
• Professional experience directly related to the course subject matter (highly valued).
• Ability to teach in person at the St. Ambrose University Davenport campus during the scheduled course times.

Skills

• Expertise in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, manufacturing, engineering design, systems engineering, operations management, materials, mechanics, or related fields.
• Ability to communicate engineering concepts effectively to undergraduate students.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills for course planning and student engagement.

Schedule

• ENGR-296 Manufacturing Processes: Tuesday/Thursday, 6:30‑7:45 p.m.
• ENGR-303 Strength of Materials: Monday/Wednesday, 6:30‑7:45 p.m.
• IE-415 Systems Integration & Design: Monday/Wednesday, 6:30‑7:45 p.m.
• IE-350 Operations Planning, Scheduling & Control: Tuesday/Thursday, 6:30‑7:45 p.m.