Adjunct Faculty, Department of Engineering

Adjunct Faculty – Computer Engineering & Related Disciplines

Type of Position: Less than Annual Appointment (Fixed Term)

Institution: University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

Department: Smart Systems Engineering

Location: Fort Smith, Arkansas

Job Duties (Summary): Teach courses in one or more of the following areas:
Computer Integrated Machining, Electronics, Engineering, or Engineering Technology (Electrical, Mechanical, and/or Manufacturing), Network Engineering Technology, or Welding.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver classroom and online instruction.
• Assess and evaluate student learning.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere, fostering teamwork and providing leadership to subordinates.
• Attend regularly and on time.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Required: Master’s degree in the discipline or related field with a minimum of 18 graduate credits in the subject area for lower and/or upper‑level courses leading to an associate or bachelor’s degree, or an associate’s degree and related work experience for occupational and technical areas.
• Preferred: Prior teaching experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Current knowledge of the relevant discipline.
• Good organizational skills and timeliness in responding to student inquiries.
• Ability to serve learners from diverse educational backgrounds in a multicultural environment.
• Ability to deliver course outcomes and content through a variety of teaching/learning styles.
• Effective use of technology in teaching.
• Effective oral and written communication.
• Ability to establish and maintain interpersonal relationships with students and colleagues.

Benefits: Position does not offer benefits.

Physical Requirements: Mainly sitting; occasional standing, walking, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Routine schedule Monday‑Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm with occasional overtime and travel. Very limited physical activity is required.

EEO Statement: The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.