A Civil Engineering Professor teaches foundational civil engineering ideas, truths, and methods to students through a combination of classroom instruction, field experience, and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the civil engineering curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.
Adjunct Lecturer, Civil and Architectural Engineering and Mechanics University of Arizona - 4.2 Tucson, AZ Job Details Part-time $8,000 - $16,000 a week 8 hours ago Qualifications Video conferences (communication methods) Full Job Description Adjunct Lecturer, Civil and Architectural Engineering and Mechanics (Multiple Positions) Posting Number req26508 Department Civil Arch Engr and Mechanics Department Website Link https://caem.engineering.arizona.edu/ Medical Sub-Speciality Location Tucson Campus Address Tucson, AZ USA Position Highlights The Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering and Mechanics invites qualified applicants to apply for an Adjunct Lecturer position. Our current need is for one, or two, Adjunct Lecturer(s) to teach either, or both, of CE 218 Fundamentals of Fluid Mechanics and
CE 427/527
Computer Applications in Hydraulics (concurrent with HWRS 427/527 and
BE 427/527
) in the Fall semester of academic year 2026-27. Both positions are are anticipated to be a 0.10 FTE position. CE 218 is an introduction to fluid mechanics covering topics such as hydrostatics, continuity, irrotational flow, pressure distributions, weirs and gates, momentum and energy, surface drag, pipe friction, form drag, pipe fitting losses.
CE 427/527
is a senior/graduate level course on the use of computer modeling tools for hydraulic engineering design including HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, and EPANET. The Lecturer will teach the theory behind the models, application of the computer models, and demonstrate through examples. The models will be used extensively to perform sensitivity analysis and to design several real world systems. At a minimum, HEC-RAS 6.6 applications should include GeoRAS, and
HECRAS-2025
should be introduced for student awareness. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. Duties & Responsibilities Lecture for approximately 15 weeks of the course. The course syllabus and material will be provided by the department head. The course material will include a textbook, pre-recorded lecture videos (to be watched outside of class), in-class activities, and example quizzes, homework, exams, etc. Coordinate discussion section topics and office hours with possible Teaching Assistant (for CE 218 only); grader that will help grading assignments; and any preceptors if the course is taught in an active learning style. Be accessible by students in office hours that may meet on campus or via phone/Zoom during their instructional period. Also, the instructor should be available via email throughout the week. Prepare and deliver all lectures; development of homework and provide homework solutions to the grader; and development and grading of examinations. Enter grades into the UA online system. Minimum Qualifications PhD in Civil Engineering or Water Resources Engineering or relevant background; or MS degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent discipline and 5+ years of experience with a PE; or BS degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent discipline and 7+ years of experience with a PE. Preferred Qualifications Strong educational and work/research experience in water resources engineering. Experience teaching at the university level with preference to having taught this or a similar course. Rank Lecturer Tenure Information Adjunct (NTE) FLSA Exempt Full Time/Part Time Part Time Number of Hours Worked per Week 4-8 Job
FTE 0.10-0.20
Work Calendar Academic Job Category Faculty Benefits Eligible No Benefits Rate of Pay $8,000 (per course) / $16,000 (maximum for both courses) Compensation Type Per Course Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) Number of Vacancies 2 Target Hire Date 8/17/2026 Expected End Date Contact Information for Candidates Dominic Boccelli Department Head Open Date 7/13/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter Special Instructions to Applicant Documents needed with your application: CV and Cover Letter describing your interest and relevant experience. Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures. Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at .
