Adjunct Instructor of Electrical Engineering

Job Description

Job Description

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The Engineering Department at Simpson University, Redding CA, is seeking qualified adjunct faculty to join the adjunct in Electrical Engineering pool for the upcoming academic year, with instructional needs in areas such as Circuits, Electronics, Signals & Systems, and Control Systems. Our department emphasizes project-based and experiential learning, and all courses include lab and/or project components supported by modern, state-of-the-art resources. We are particularly interested in candidates who can create innovative, hands-on lab experiences and integrate emerging technologies into their teaching. The ideal candidates will demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and align with the department’s focus on experiential learning. Appointments are part-time and may be renewed based on performance, budget, and program needs.

 

Qualifications:

· A master’s degree in electrical engineering or a closely related discipline is required.

· Prior industry and/or teaching experience is strongly preferred.

· Demonstrated ability to teach in a project-based learning environment.

· Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with students and faculty from multiple disciplines.

 

General Expectations:

· Personal relationship with Jesus, a vibrant Christian faith, and a commitment to Christian community; capable of sharing faith and engaging in conversations about Christ.

· Demonstrate Simpson University Values in the performance of all duties.

· Maintain lifestyle in accordance with Simpson University Lifestyle Policy in Staff Handbook.

· Maintain the confidentiality of information, data and records.

· Properly exercise tact, diplomacy, discretion, and professional judgment.

· Demonstrate strong customer service skills in the performance of job duties.

· Demonstrate good organizational and communication skills in the performance of job duties.

· Supervises employees in accordance with Simpson University policies and procedures.

· Support the overflow needs of other departments within the respective university area.

· Perform other duties in accordance with this position as deemed necessary by the immediate supervisor.

 

Essential Functions:

· Teach assigned courses, including class preparation, instruction, grading, and office hours.

· Plan, conduct, and assess laboratory components associated with assigned courses.

· Supervise and evaluate student assignments and projects.

· Provide additional academic support to students as needed.

· Foster a classroom environment that supports inclusivity, engagement, and growth.

· Track and report changes in class schedules or instructional delivery.

· Continuously review and improve teaching materials and methodologies.

· Participate in ongoing professional development and assessment activities.

· Comply with all university policies, procedures, and expectations.

· Perform additional duties as assigned by the Department Chair or College Dean. Course modalities, schedules, and assignments are determined by the department.

 

 

Physical Requirements:

 

Job Title :

 

Adjunct Instructor of Electrical Engineering

Typical Working Conditions:
(Describe environment including exposure to heat, cold, fumes, chemicals, allergens, mold, etc.)

Indoors in controlled environment

Equipment Used:
(List all manual and automated equipment used in the course of performing essential functions.)

 

Computer, copier/printer, mouse, keyboard, standard electrical engineering lab equipment

Essential Physical Tasks:
(List all physical tasks encountered in performing essential functions - i.e. sitting for long periods of time using a computer, standing, climbing ladders, etc.)

 

Sitting for long periods of time using a computer, standing while presenting information, setting up equipment for an electrical engineering lab

 

 

 

Analysis of Physical Demands to Perform Essential Functions: (N/A)

 

Key (Based on typical week):

N=Never
R=Rarely (Less than 1 hour per week)
O=Occasional (1%-33% of time)

F=Frequent (34%-66% of time)
C=Constant (over 66% of time)

 

Activity

Frequency

Activity

Frequency

 

N

R

O

F

C

 

N

R

O

F

C

Lifting/Carrying

 

 

 

 

 

Twisting/Turning

 

 

 

 

 

Under 10 lbs

 

 

X

 

 

Reach over shoulder

 

 

X

 

 

11-20 lbs

 

 

X

 

 

Reach over head

 

 

X

 

 

21-50 lbs

 

X

 

 

 

Reach outward