Assistant Instructor​/Assistant Lecturer; Automotive Technology

Assistant Instructor/Assistant Lecturer

The School of Automotive at Southern Illinois University Carbondale is seeking qualified applicants for an Assistant Instructor/Assistant Lecturer position within its Baccalaureate Automotive Technology program. This position requires teaching undergraduate automotive technical courses. This position is a 9 month term, non-tenure track appointment that begins August 11, 2026. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.

This position is represented by SIU Carbondale Non-Tenure Track Faculty Association/IEA-NEA. For more information regarding salary and other details please visit: labor relations.siu.edu/labor-contracts.

• Carry an approved teaching load and maintain appropriate office hours.
• Manage classrooms, laboratories, tools, equipment, and other resources utilized.
• Provide educational and professionally related assistance to prospective and enrolled students.
• Engage in indirect instruction to support student learning and retention.
• Keep students apprised of grades as the semester progresses and enter final grades electronically within specified deadlines.
• Participate in professional associations, service, and outreach activities related to the discipline.
• Participate in program development, quality assurance and assessment duties as required.
• Remain abreast of recent developments and practices in the industry.
• Maintain Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification(s) in assigned teaching areas.
• Maintain training and credentials necessary for Program Accreditation.
• Comply with Program quality assurance and assessment requirements.
• Comply with all University and College policies and procedures.
• Comply with all School guidelines. Engage in other School assignments as determined by the School Director.
• Support and positively contribute to SIU's mission of student success and retention through actions and responsibilities within this role.

Minimum Qualifications: BS degree in automotive technology. Rank is based on academic degree held at time of appointment. Assistant Instructor requires a baccalaureate degree. Minimum three (3) years of tested professional experience of related work experience and/or industry training/certifications. Tested professional experience encompasses a wide range of activities found throughout the automotive industry. Preferred Qualifications: Earned Master's degree in automotive, technology, business, education, or related discipline with corporate experience in the automotive industry or related industries.

Contact:
Andrew Croxell, dcroxell

Southern Illinois University Carbondale is an R1 Opportunity University with a statewide economic impact of $2.7 billion dollars. We offer 200+ undergraduate degrees, minors and specializations, 79 master's degrees, and 40 doctoral degrees. Our main campus is 1,136 acres, with additional acreage in University Farms, Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center, and other facilities. The university is an essential part of the city of Carbondale and an important contributor to the culture of the entire region.

While Carbondale includes many of the amenities of urban life, it retains its small-town flavor. Cost of living is considerably lower in the region than similar areas elsewhere, and many employees commute from nearby counties.

The Southern Illinois region is distinct from the rest of the state, boasting considerable natural beauty including the Shawnee National Forest, many state parks, national wildlife areas, and several lakes beloved for recreation. Local foods are readily available in the area, with a variety of eateries and a growing specialized food truck presence. The area is home to the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, an official wine appellation designation.

The wineries extend the cultural reach of the community, hosting live music and continual art exhibits. The campus itself is a microcosm of the area, with a lake and forest on campus, as well as traditional collegiate architecture, quad, and residential halls. Students enjoy outdoor study areas as well as specialized computer labs scattered across campus, including in the three million volume Morris Library.

To learn about employee benefits, employee tuition waivers, and find resources about Carbondale and the Southern Illinois region, visit: jobs.siu.edu.

Southern Illinois University Carbondale is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity, and diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, genetic information, marital status, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation including gender identity, unfavorable discharge from the military or status as a protected veteran.

The university will comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and…