Adjunct - Civil Engineering

Location: Cullowhee

Posting Number Quick Link for Internal Postings  Classification Title Adjunct
- Faculty Working Title Adjunct
- Civil Engineering Department Civil Engineering and Construction Salary Range Position Summary

This posting will be used to maintain a pool of eligible adjunct faculty members to meet part-time teaching needs in the Department of Civil Engineering and Construction

Candidates will teach civil engineering courses as required by the Department of Civil Engineering and Construction, Teaching will normally entail preparing teaching materials, giving lectures, overseeing laboratories, project work, grading, and/or developing assessment mechanisms. Course assignments will be determined by departmental needs and candidate background.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position

Minimum Qualifications

* Master's degree in civil engineering or closely related engineering discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

* PhD in civil engineering or closely related engineering discipline.

* Professional Engineering (PE) licensure.

* Candidates with extensive practical experience are highly encouraged to apply .

Physical Demands

Posting Text

Open Date 07/10/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

Thank you for your interest in this position. To be considered, you must apply online.

Candidates will teach civil engineering courses as required by the Department of Civil Engineering and Construction, Teaching will normally entail preparing teaching materials, giving lectures, overseeing laboratories, project work, grading, and/or developing assessment mechanisms. Course assignments will be determined by departmental needs and candidate background.

Please submit your application online, including your resume or curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts, and a cover letter.

For questions or additional information, please contact Bruce Gehrig

Background/E-Verify

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.

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Credential Verification

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

EOE

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation;
National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call  or email .

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