Adjunct Teaching Faculty | Chemical Engineering

Job Description

The Chemical Engineering Department at Worcester Polytechnic Institute is seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses. Positions will be filled on an as-needed basis with start dates varying by course and semester.

About the role

Adjunct Teaching Faculty will teach courses in the Chemical Engineering curriculum, including on-campus, off-campus in a corporate setting, and online delivery. All topics in Chemical Engineering are of interest. Applicants should identify which courses align with their expertise.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Chemical Engineering
• Teach courses in various formats including on-campus, off-campus in a corporate setting, and online
• Teach a variety of topics within Chemical Engineering
• Identify and apply expertise to specific courses within the curriculum
• Teach according to established course outlines and syllabi

Requirements

• Hold an advanced degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline
• Prior teaching experience and/or industry experience is valued

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

Skills

• Excellent teaching abilities
• Ability to adapt to different learning environments
• Effective communication skills

Benefits

Compensation: $8,000–$10,000 per course

Pay

$8,000–$10,000 per course

Schedule

Positions will be filled on an as-needed basis with start dates varying by course and semester.

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Worcester Polytechnic Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.