"Adjunct Faculty - Humanitarian Engineering"

Adjunct Faculty - Humanitarian Engineering

Company:
Villanova University

Job Location:
Villanova, Pennsylvania 19085

Category:
Civil and Environmental Engineering

Type:
Adjunct/Part-Time

Posting Number: 2021835F

Location:
Villanova, PA

Work Schedule: part-time/12-months

Department: 201-Dean-Engineering

Position Summary

Villanova University invites applications for adjunct teaching positions in Humanitarian Engineering for graduate courses taught in the evening and/or undergraduate courses taught during the day. The Center for Humanitarian Engineering and International Development offers programs leading to a minor in Humanitarian Engineering and offers a series of courses within the graduate program in Sustainable Engineering that includes topics related to international development. It supports research and curriculum development related to sustainable development which is integrated with M.S. degrees and participates in the College of Engineering Ph.D. degree program.

The Center for Humanitarian Engineering and International Development was established in 2020 as an outgrowth from the Villanova Engineering Service Learning Program. The Center partners with non-profit organizations globally for the purposes of creating unique experiential learning opportunities for students and faculty wherein outreach efforts are integrated with research and curriculum in support of poverty alleviation and global challenges related to sustainable development. The Center is rooted in ethical engagement with global partners and genuinely believes that partnership, empowerment and humility are key elements of addressing global issues.

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University's mission and values.

Duties and Responsibilities

Teaching and related duties will vary based on the specific course(s) being taught.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree required. Applicants must be committed to excellence in engineering education.

Preferred Qualifications

A doctorate in Engineering or closely allied discipline is strongly preferred.

Previous teaching experience preferred.

Special Message to Applicants

We will be accepting applications throughout the year and will only fill teaching needs as they arise.

Applicants must apply on line at https://jobs.villanova.edu and complete a faculty profile. Online applications are to include a letter of interest (including the name and contact information for at least 3 references), current and complete curriculum vitae, transcripts and a statement describing your teaching philosophy including courses you are interested in teaching.

Salary Posting Information

This adjunct position falls within the salary range of $1,650.00 - $2,600.00 per credit/contact hour. The final compensation will be determined with consideration of several factors including the selected candidate's educational qualifications, course type (drill, lab, lecture), course level (undergraduate or graduate), and market benchmarks.

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