Lecturer in Engineering

Position Details

Position Information Position Title Lecturer in Engineering Academic Year 2026-2027 UIW Mission University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good. Position Summary The School of Mathematics, Science and Engineering invites part-time faculty candidates for the position of Lecturer in Engineering to teach undergraduate level courses. The department offers a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering with tracks in Management, Mechanical, Electrical, and Mechatronics. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of part-time faculty members at the University include teaching and professional activities as assigned.

This applicant pool will remain online and be used to hire interested part-time faculty as needed during the 2026-2027 academic year. Benefits This position is not benefits eligible. Essential Functions Basic Instructional Duties:

• Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi, utilizing online homework system and learning management system; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures.
• Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.
• Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
• Be available outside of class to help students learn as well as answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).
• Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and procedures, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.
• Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
• Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to deliver instruction both in-person and online as needed;
• Ability to effectively learn, use, and incorporate instructional technology into teaching;
• Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening and weekend sections as needed;
• Strong commitment to undergraduate teaching;
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures;
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education Master’s Degree in Engineering or Computer Science OR Master’s Degree in closely related discipline with 18 graduate hours in engineering. Required Work Experience Teaching experience in engineering at the college or university level. Preferred Qualifications Strong teaching skills. Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations None specified. Work Hours Based on course assignment. Physical Demands Typical for faculty in this discipline.