Job Summary

To develop in each student the skills of critical thinking and to help students learn the subject matter presented to them in order for that student to become a positive member of the community.

Essential Job Functions

1. Maintain student and course records with updates on the learning management system.
2. Maintain and file current course outlines, objectives and grading procedures for all courses.
3. Exhibit innovative and adaptive instructional methods.
4. Completes all mandatory training.
5. Fulfill all requirements as noted in the Adjunct Handbook.
6. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in mechanical/manufacturing engineering or related area.
• Other combinations of education and industry experience may be substituted for degree requirement. (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
• Must have educational qualifications to teach in subject area or have documented specialty education/experience to meet tested experience requirements, as per the Higher Learning Commission’s publication on Determining Qualified Faculty and provide leadership in an academic discipline and/or degree program.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities Required

• Teaching Competence – Must be able to create lesson plans, content, presentations, ancillary materials, and assignments to effectively transform information to knowledge for students; have the ability to assess student learning and progress.
• Communication skills – Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing with clear, grammatically correct English; requires interaction with supervisors, colleagues, students, alumni, advisory committee members, and the public, using tact, discretion, and independent judgment.
• Computer skills – Must be demonstrably proficient in Microsoft Office (MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel), as well as e-mail and internet, and learning management systems.
• Passion for assisting customers and representing the OSU-OKC and OSU brand with positivity and professionalism.
• Demonstrated history of ethical and professional behavior.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in related field