Adjunct Instructor, Civil Engineering

Essential Job Functions

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• Maintain communication with students and the department regarding course-related matters. Attend required meetings and complete administrative responsibilities associated with assigned courses.
• Other duties may be assigned to this position on a regular or occasional basis to respond to the needs of the university.

Minimum and Desired Qualifications

• 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 supportive, respectful, and student-centered learning environment that promotes student success.

Desired Qualifications:

• Previous college-level teaching experience.
• Professional engineering industry experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• Experience using learning management systems and instructional technology.
• Expertise in one or more areas of Civil and Environmental Engineering, including but not limited to structural, geotechnical, environmental, transportation, water resources, construction, or surveying.

Supplemental Information

• Teach assigned undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Civil and Environmental Engineering.
• Prepare course materials, syllabi, assignments, and examinations.
• Evaluate student performance and submit grades in accordance with university deadlines.
• Maintain regular communication with students and respond to inquiries in a timely manner.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students.
• Able to lift 25 lbs and be able to perform a variety of physical tasks, including lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, stair climbing, and walking between buildings.
• Work is performed in a classroom, laboratory, office, and/or online instructional settings.
• Teaching assignments may include day, evening, weekend, or online courses.
• Adjunct appointments are temporary and contingent upon departmental needs, student enrollment, and available funding.
• Regular interaction with students, faculty, and staff is required.

Special Note:

• We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.

Benefits

This position is not eligible for benefits.

Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.