Adjunct Instructor for Mechanical and Civil Engineering

About the role

Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of Adjunct Instructor - Mechanical and Civil Engineering in the Department of Mechanical, Environmental and Civil Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver lectures, seminars, and/or laboratory offerings to undergraduate and/or graduate students, which may include general education core curriculum.
• Select instructional materials and design assessments such as exams, quizzes, papers, etc.
• Audit student performance, provide timely feedback, and evaluate student learning outcomes to inform teaching practices and curriculum improvements.
• Engage students in active learning, foster critical thinking skills, and provide opportunities for discussion, collaboration, and hands-on learning.
• Provide academic support and guidance to students through office hours, feedback on assignments, and mentoring.
• Adhere to university policies, academic integrity standards, and accreditation requirements related to teaching responsibilities.
• Incorporate innovative teaching methods, technologies, and pedagogical approaches to enhance student learning and engagement.

Requirements

• Earned masters degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering or a closely related field from an accredited university with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in Mechanical or Civil Engineering or a closely related field from an accredited university with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline.
• Prior relevant industry experience, with at least three years of industry experience in a senior position related to the area of mechanical or civil engineering (or closely related field).
• Previous teaching and/or teaching online experience at the collegiate level.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge and understanding of disciplinary subject matter at a level adequate for undergraduate and graduate-level instruction.
• Written and oral communication skills sufficient to conduct effective teaching activities.
• Ability to interact with students, staff, and faculty in a professional, collegial, and collaborative manner.