Adjunct Faculty - Electrical Engineering

The School of Engineering invites applications for adjunct faculty to teach undergraduate and graduate electrical engineering credit-bearing courses (lectures and/ or labs). Adjunct faculty members report to the department chair, who serves under the direction of the Dean of the school. Adjunct faculty members provide students with high-quality learning experiences on a semester-by-semester basis. Adjunct faculty members are expected to perform all instruction-related duties and responsibilities in a timely manner and in accordance with the mission, policies, and procedures of University of Bridgeport.

Areas of expertise: Electronics, Automation, Robotics, PLC, Power, Energy, Communication

Essential Duties:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Abiding by and upholding University of Bridgeport’s mission, policies, and core values.
• Teaching undergraduate graduate students in assigned course(s). Some classes are during the day (9 am – 5 pm) and some in the evenings (6-9 pm)
• Implementing assigned courses as designed and specified in approved syllabi.
• Using Canvas effectively.
• Assigning grades based on specified criteria as delineated in course syllabi and posting the grades to Canvas and the University’s data systems.
• Being available to students for individual consultation.
• Assisting students with how to be successful in class.
• Communicating in a timely manner with students, faculty, and staff.
• Meeting all course and semester timelines by the specified due dates.
• Staying current within the field of study.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate should have:

• Minimum master’s degree in electrical engineering or related field. A Ph.D. is preferred.
• Professional work experience electrical engineering.
• Demonstrated skill in teaching in an on-line environment is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to use web-based applications and learning management software (e.g. Blackboard, Canvas).
• Demonstrated dedication to excellence in teaching and a commitment to high academic and professional standards.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• A commitment to the academic, emotional, and social development of all students.

Applicants MUST submit a resume/CV AND a letter of interest (cover letter).