Worcester, United States of America On-site Employment $7,500–$10,000 per course

Worcester Polytechnic Institute is hiring an Adjunct Teaching Faculty | Civil & Environmental Engineering

About the Role

Part-time adjunct faculty are needed to deliver instruction in Civil & Environmental Engineering at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Candidates must hold an advanced degree and have substantial industry experience, along with proven teaching experience at the college level. Appointments are made on an as-needed basis with flexible start dates.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver instruction during daytime or evening hours for undergraduate and graduate programs in Civil & Environmental Engineering
  • Follow established course curricula while integrating personal expertise and real-world insights
  • Offer prompt and constructive feedback on student performance
  • Evaluate and grade student assignments, exams, and projects

Requirements

  • Master’s or higher degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field
  • Demonstrated professional experience in civil or environmental engineering
  • Proven experience teaching at the undergraduate or graduate level
  • Prior experience delivering college-level coursework

Nice to Have

  • Doctoral degree in a relevant discipline
  • Experience teaching in an online or virtual classroom environment
  • Familiarity with the Canvas learning management system

Tech Stack

Canvas

Benefits

  • Paid time off
  • Health insurance coverage
  • Life and long-term disability insurance
  • Retirement savings options
  • Tuition assistance programs
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Work environment emphasizing mental health and well-being

Compensation

$7,500–$10,000 per course

Work Arrangement

Onsite in Worcester; includes day and/or evening classes; positions filled on an as-needed basis with variable start dates

Team

Part of the Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering Department; reports to the academic department leadership

  • Creativity
  • Collaboration
  • Inclusion
  • Problem solving
  • Innovation
  • High performance
  • Change making
  • Civility and respect
  • Inclusion and belonging
Required Skills
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Worcester Polytechnic Institute
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Department Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering - JM
Category other
Posted 3 days ago