About the role
The Department of Civil Engineering in the School of Engineering at Widener University invites applications for the position of adjunct professor of SUBJECT. Applicants must have experience teaching and be dedicated to working collaboratively in a department and university that values diversity.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (including, but not limited to):
Essential duties
- Deliver high-quality classroom and/or laboratory instruction in specific civil engineering sub-disciplines, such as CAD, Surveying, Transportation, Environmental Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Structural Analysis/Design, or Construction Management.
Secondary responsibilities
- Participate in department-level assessment activities for ABET accreditation or university program reviews as needed
- Collaborate with the Department Chair and full-time faculty to ensure curriculum consistency across sections.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (education/training and experience required):
Required
- Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field
- BS degree in Civil Engineering with PE license will also be considered
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work collaboratively within the department
Preferred
- Ph.D. in Civil Engineering or a related area
- Extensive professional practice and leadership in their respective engineering fields
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR UNUSUAL HOURS
- May need to teach at nighttime typically 6pm-8:40pm
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Widener University is committed to fostering an inclusive community in which faculty, staff, and students from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran.
U.S. work authorization is required.
Widener University, an independent, metropolitan, doctoral-intensive university, connects curricula to social issues through civic engagement. Dynamic teaching, active scholarship, personal attention and experiential learning are key components of the Widener Experience. Located in Chester, PA, Widener's main campus is nestled between Philadelphia, PA and Wilmington, DE, with Law Schools located in both Harrisburg and Wilmington. For more information about the university, please visit our website at www.widener.edu.
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