Adjunct, Mechanical Engineering

Lamar University • Beaumont, TX

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About The Position

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Lamar University invites applications for adjunct faculty to teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Mechanical Engineering. Adjunct faculty are appointed on a semester-by-semester basis according to departmental instructional needs. Successful candidates provide high-quality instruction, support student success, and work collaboratively with department faculty.

The role includes preparing and delivering assigned courses; developing instructional materials; evaluating student learning; maintaining course records; and submitting grades by university deadlines. Adjunct faculty also communicate with students and the department about course-related matters, attend required meetings, and complete administrative responsibilities associated with assigned courses.

Courses may be scheduled during the day or evening and delivered in person, online, or at off-campus instructional sites. Pay is commensurate. Visa sponsorship is not available; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future. The position is security-sensitive and subject to criminal history record review.

Requirements

• Master's degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate and/or graduate engineering courses.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively engage and mentor students.
• Commitment to fostering a student-centered learning environment.
• Knowledge of core mechanical engineering principles in assigned course areas.
• Knowledge of effective teaching practices and assessment of student learning outcomes.
• Skill in using learning management systems and instructional technology.
• Skill in clearly explaining technical concepts to students with various backgrounds.
• Ability to manage course records and meet grading and reporting deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students.
• Able to lift 25 lbs and perform physical tasks including bending, stooping, squatting, stair climbing, and walking between buildings.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Previous college-level teaching experience.
• Professional engineering industry experience.
• Experience using learning management systems and instructional technology.
• Expertise in one or more areas of Mechanical Engineering, including thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, solid mechanics, dynamics and vibrations, machine design, manufacturing processes, controls and mechatronics, energy systems, and computer-aided engineering (CAD/FEA/CFD).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver assigned undergraduate and/or graduate Mechanical Engineering courses.
• Develop instructional materials and evaluate student learning.
• Maintain course records and submit grades according to university deadlines.
• Maintain communication with students and the department regarding course-related matters.
• Attend required meetings and complete administrative responsibilities associated with assigned courses.
• Support student success and collaborate with department faculty.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• State of Texas Retirement plans
• Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependents
• Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays

What This Job Offers

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