Adjunct Faculty - Engineering

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.

A qualified faculty member in Engineering meets both of the following criteria: 

• Possess an earned master’s or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in an engineering discipline, and 
• One of the following: 
  • Two years' work experience in an Engineering field, or 
  • Professional Engineering (PE) License 

For ENGR 116: Must either meet the above Engineering qualifications or meet both of the following criteria: 

• 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: Must either meet the above Engineering qualifications or meet both of the following criteria: 

• 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 

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:

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.

For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.