Adjunct- Nuclear Engineering

The Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering Department of the College of Engineering seeks candidates to apply for an Adjunct position.

Since its inception in 1996, the Virginia Commonwealth University College of Engineering has brought innovative, real-world engineering education to Central Virginia. Comprised of five different departments plus the Dean’s office, the College of Engineering enrolls more than 2,000 undergraduate and 450 graduate students in several degree programs supported by more than 600 full-time, part-time, and student employees. As part of a premier research university known for tenacity, love of the city of Richmond, and commitment to respect and access, the College of Engineering values the significant and positive impact of our people and ideas in the promotion of regional and global prosperity involving research and life sciences.

Position Responsibilities:

This adjunct position will teach Nuclear Engineering courses. Delivery will be both in person and synchronous online delivery. The proposed courses will be from VCU’s Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering degree program. Job duties will include:

-Preparing and delivering lectures in alignment with current course-level learning objectives
-Preparing and assigning homework problems and exams related to the course
-Grading homework problems and exams, and assigning final course grades
-Collecting assessment data and sample student work, as needed
-Holding office hours; answering student questions; and providing timely responses to email, as needed

Required Qualifications:

-MS, Ph.D., or Previous Work Experience in Mechanical or Nuclear Engineering or a closely related field
-Excellent written and oral communication skills.
-Knowledge of nuclear science, energy, and technology
-Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as an adjunct at VCU. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

-A minimum of five years of relevant academic experience

Additional information about the department’s programs and faculty may be found at https://egr.vcu.edu/departments/mechanical-nuclear-engineering/

Benefits: All VCU employee types are eligible for a wide array of benefits to support you during your employment at VCU. Consult the benefits website for information on benefits eligibility according to employee type.

Unit: College Of Engineering 

Department: Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering

Salary Range:$1,880/ credit

FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt

Rank: Open

Contact Information:
Contact Name: Emily Perrault
Contact Email: perraultek@vcu.edu