Adjunct Lecturer positions Master of Science in Engineering Design Innovation

Location:

Evanston, Illinois

Department: MCC Masters Engineering Design and Innovation

Northwestern University's McCormick School of Engineering invites applications for one or more part‑time, non‑benefits eligible, Adjunct Lecturer positions in the Master of Science in Engineering Design Innovation.

Adjunct Lecturers are responsible for effectively planning and teaching courses in the designated discipline/field of study to students from a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences. Teaching may include a variety of formats: face‑to‑face, remote, and online. Adjunct Lecturers are employed based on student enrollment and staffing needs. The adjunct faculty contract contains no expectation or guarantee of continued employment.

This posting will also be used to obtain a pool of qualified candidates. As teaching needs arise, applications will be reviewed for possible interviews. The number of adjunct faculty hired varies from academic term to term, depending upon the needs of the department.

Applications will only be accepted via online submission and must include a statement of interest and a curriculum vitae.

• Prepare and teach assigned courses at assigned class meetings, based on course catalog description and approved course outline;
• Prepare and objectively grade class assignments and exams within a timely manner, in accordance with course outcomes;
• Maintain accurate, transparent student records;
• Assist and foster student success through the maintenance of regularly scheduled office hours and timely responses to e‑mail inquiries;
• Adhere to all administrative university policies such as the timely submission of completed midterm and final grades;
• Maintain appropriate professional development to stay current within assigned courses;
• Maintain appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics; and
• Other duties as assigned by contract and/or by the Course Coordinator, including assessing course(s) taught for continuous improvement.

Extensive professional experience and achievement in Design Innovation; academic background in Engineering, Product Design, relevant Design disciplines, Social Science or a closely related field; teaching experience at the college level; and solid verbal and written communication skills.

Extensive professional experience and achievement in Design Innovation;
Master’s degree or above in Engineering, Product Design, relevant Design disciplines, Social Science, Business, or a closely related field; teaching experience at the college level; solid verbal and written communication skills; and familiarity with learning management systems (e.g., Canvas).

• Applications will only be accepted via online submission (see link below).
• Please prepare all documents in advance as Adobe PDF files and be sure all information is entered correctly and accurately (especially names and email addresses), as there will be no opportunity for online revision after your application has been submitted.
• Please also prepare a list of names and email addresses for your external academic references; your references will be contacted directly by the online system and invited to upload their letters on your behalf.
• All required fields in the application form are marked with an asterisk and must be filled before clicking the "Submit" button.
• Be aware that incomplete applications cannot be saved.

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