Offer summary

Qualifications:

Advanced degree in Robotics Engineering or a related field., Prior college-level teaching or teaching assistant experience., Expertise in Computer Vision and Autonomous Vehicles., Ability to teach online and provide timely student feedback..

Key responsibilities:

Teach graduate courses in Robotics Engineering online.

Conduct office hours and engage with students.

Grade assessments and provide feedback based on course syllabus.

Support diversity and inclusion initiatives.

Job description

JOB TITLE

Online Adjunct Teaching Professor - Robotics Engineering

LOCATION

Worcester

DEPARTMENT NAME

CPE- Instructors - JM

DIVISION NAME

Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Worcester Polytechnic Institute is seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach online graduate courses in our Online Division of Graduate Studies. Of most importance are candidates with expertise in Computer Vision and Autonomous Vehicles. Positions will be filled on an as-needed basis. Start dates will vary by course and semester.

WPI is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We are looking for candidates who can support our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

JOB DESCRIPTION

An Adjunct Teaching Professor will teach graduate courses in an online/asynchronous delivery method. All courses listed in the WPI online curriculum in Robotics Engineering are of interest, particularly Computer Vision and Autonomous Vehicles - https://www.wpi.edu/academics/online/study/robotics-engineering-ms. Applicants should specifically identify which courses would be the best fit for their expertise.

An ideal applicant will hold an advanced degree in Robotics Engineering or closely related discipline. Prior experience as an instructor or a teaching assistant at the college-level is required. Relevant industry experience is also valued. Responsibilities include teaching from an established course syllabus but with addition of personal expertise and experience; conducting office hours; grading the course assessments; providing students with timely feedback.

Candidate must reside in the United States.

Required Documents:

Cover Letter
Resume

Optional Documents:

Curriculum
Vitae
List of References
Teaching Statement/Philosophy

WPI requires employees to be fully-vaccinated (including a booster shot) for COVID-19. For additional information on WPI’s response to COVID-19, refer to https://www.wpi.edu/we-are-wpi

FLSA STATUS

United States of America (Exempt)

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively seeks to increase the diversity of its workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.

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