Adjunct - Civil Engineering Western Carolina University United States, North Carolina, Cullowhee 1 University Way (Show on map) Aug 08, 2026 Adjunct - Civil Engineering Please see Special Instructions for more details. Thank you for your interest in this position. To be considered, you must apply online. Candidates will teach civil engineering courses as required by the Department of Civil Engineering and Construction, Teaching will normally entail preparing teaching materials, giving lectures, overseeing laboratories, project work, grading, and/or developing assessment mechanisms. Course assignments will be determined by departmental needs and candidate background. Please submit your application online, including your resume or curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts, and a cover letter. •For questions or additional information, please contact Bruce Gehrig at ggehrig@email.wcu.edu
Posting Details Posting Information Posting Number Quick Link for Internal Postings https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/34463
Classification Title Adjunct - Faculty
Working Title Adjunct - Civil Engineering
Department Civil Engineering and Construction
Salary Range Position Summary This posting will be used to maintain a pool of eligible adjunct faculty members to meet part-time teaching needs in the Department of Civil Engineering and Construction
Candidates will teach civil engineering courses as required by the Department of Civil Engineering and Construction, Teaching will normally entail preparing teaching materials, giving lectures, overseeing laboratories, project work, grading, and/or developing assessment mechanisms. Course assignments will be determined by departmental needs and candidate background. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in civil engineering or closely related engineering discipline. Preferred Qualifications PhD in civil engineering or closely related engineering discipline.
Professional Engineering (PE) licensure.
Candidates with extensive practical experience are highly encouraged to apply . Physical Demands Posting Text Open Date 07/10/2026
Close Date Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants Thank you for your interest in this position. To be considered, you must apply online. Candidates will teach civil engineering courses as required by the Department of Civil Engineering and Construction, Teaching will normally entail preparing teaching materials, giving lectures, overseeing laboratories, project work, grading, and/or developing assessment mechanisms. Course assignments will be determined by departmental needs and candidate background. Please submit your application online, including your resume or curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts, and a cover letter. •For questions or additional information, please contact Bruce Gehrig at ggehrig@email.wcu.edu Background/E-Verify Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment. Credential Verification All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements. EOE Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu. University Safety The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety. Applicant Documents Required Documents Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Curriculum Vitae
Unofficial Transcripts
List of references Optional Documents Teaching Philosophy Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (•).