Adjunct Faculty - Engineering

Ivy Tech Community College • Lafayette, IN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Adjunct Faculty positions are temporary, part-time positions hired each semester on an as-needed basis. The adjunct faculty members will be responsible for creating a learning environment that assists students in reaching their goals; and for providing effective instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi provided by the School. PROGRAM OPERATION: Perform all instructional duties necessary to teach and facilitate student learning in assigned classes. Provide course syllabus to students and follow syllabus content and requirements. Maintain student attendance and grading records according to college policy. Submit requested information within established timelines. STUDENTS: Be available to students outside scheduled class time to answer questions and/or provide assistance. Deal with student concerns and, if necessary, consult with program chair to resolve issues. INSTRUCTION: Meet all scheduled classes of contracted course(s), notifying program chair of unexpected absences. Use technology such as Canvas, PowerPoint, etc. as appropriate.

Requirements

• Possess an earned master’s or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in an engineering discipline
• Two years' work experience in an Engineering field OR Professional Engineering (PE) License
• For ENGR 116: Possess an earned baccalaureate degree or higher, from a regionally accredited institution, in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a Technology discipline, and Two years' work experience in an Engineering field
• For ENGR 140 and ENGR 160: Possess an earned baccalaureate degree or higher, from a regionally accredited institution, in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Physics, and Two years' work experience in an Engineering field

Nice To Haves

• Experience with/knowledge of: SolidWorks or another parametric modeling software
• Materials and material processing theory and testing equipment
• Solving static and dynamic mechanical systems with and without calculus
• Programming in C++ or MATLAB
• Circuit theory and design
• Engineering project design and teamwork
• Undergraduate teaching experience

Responsibilities

• Creating a learning environment that assists students in reaching their goals
• Providing effective instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi
• Perform all instructional duties necessary to teach and facilitate student learning in assigned classes
• Provide course syllabus to students and follow syllabus content and requirements
• Maintain student attendance and grading records according to college policy
• Submit requested information within established timelines
• Be available to students outside scheduled class time to answer questions and/or provide assistance
• Deal with student concerns and, if necessary, consult with program chair to resolve issues
• Meet all scheduled classes of contracted course(s), notifying program chair of unexpected absences
• Use technology such as Canvas, PowerPoint, etc. as appropriate

Benefits

• Health & Wellness Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
• Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
• Financial & Retirement Benefits All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings
• Educational Benefits Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents
• Competitive benefits and professional development programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level