Robotics & Automation Adjunct

WESTERN IOWA TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE EMPLOYMENT Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Thank you for your interest in the Adjunct Instructor position. At this time your application will remain in the open pool and if the College needs to hire additional adjuncts in the future due to a change in departmental needs, you may be contacted. This position is on an as needed basis.

Position Title: Robotics & Automation Adjunct

Division: Instruction

Department: Career and Technical Education

Salary: $830.00 per credit hour

Position Category: Faculty

Position Type: Part-Time (PT)

A Robotics and Automation Instructor teaches students how to design, program, operate, and troubleshoot robotic systems and automated industrial equipment. They provide both classroom instruction and hands‑on lab training to prepare learners for careers in automation, robotics integration, and advanced manufacturing.

• Teach robotics programming, automation systems, industrial controls, and safety practices.
• Provide hands‑on training with robots, PLCs, sensors, and automated work cells.
• Develop and update curriculum to reflect current robotic and Industry 4.0 technologies.
• Assess student skills through exams, labs, and project‑based learning.
• Maintain and ensure safe operation of robotics and automation lab equipment.
• Mentor students and support their career readiness.
• Collaborate with industry employers to align training with workforce needs.

Only applicants who reside in Iowa, Nebraska, or South Dakota will be considered.

• Associate’s degree in a related field or
• Minimum of 3 years of industry experience.

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Work Schedule:

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Job Open Date: 11/19/2025

Job Close Date: Not specified.

• Required Documents: Resume, Transcripts
• Optional Documents: None specified.

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Western Iowa Tech Community College
4647 Stone Ave.
Sioux City IA 51106

Western Iowa Tech Community College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based upon race, creed, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socioeconomic status, actual or potential parental, family or marital status or other protected basis. Members of minority groups, women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and identify their status.