Northwestern University's McCormick School of Engineering is seeking Adjunct Lecturers to teach courses in their Master of Science in Robotics program.
Requirements
- PhD degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field;
- Terminal degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a closely related field;
- Experience with a learning management system, preferably Canvas;
- Relevant professional experience;
- Teaching experience at the college level.
Responsibilities
- 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;
Other
- Solid verbal and written communications skills.
- part-time, non-benefits eligible
- Adjunct Lecturers are employed based on student enrollment and staffing needs.
- The adjunct faculty contract contains no expectation or guarantee of continued employment.
- Applications will only be accepted via online submission
