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Adjunct Faculty Civil and Environmental Engineering (Faculty Wage)

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia
United States, Virginia, Charlottesville
1215 Lee Street (Show on map)
Oct 16, 2026
This job profile is only for faculty members hired to complete a short-term and/or part-time academic work assignment, such as teaching one or more courses for one or two academic terms. Wage Faculty (Adjunct) may only be paid via Period Activity Pay. Position Summary The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering seeks an adjunct faculty member to teach a large, entry-level undergraduate course in Environmental Engineering. The successful candidate will possess an earned Ph.D. in Civil or Environmental Engineering or a closely related field and be committed to providing high-quality, in-person instruction while fostering student learning and engagement. Essential Responsibilities Prepare and deliver in-person lectures and other instructional activities for a large undergraduate environmental engineering course. Develop and administer all student assessments, including quizzes, examinations, assignments, and other evaluation methods. Maintain regular weekly office hours to support student learning and academic success. Supervise and coordinate the work of undergraduate and graduate teaching assistants assigned to the course. Participate in departmental and accreditation-related assessment activities as requested, including the collection and reporting of student learning outcomes. Maintain accurate course records and comply with university policies and procedures. Required Qualifications Earned Ph.D. in Civil or Environmental Engineering or a closely related discipline. Demonstrated expertise in environmental engineering principles and practices. Strong communication and instructional skills. Ability to teach effectively in an in-person classroom environment. Preferred Qualifications Previous university-level teaching experience, particularly in environmental engineering and/or large enrollment courses. Experience supervising teaching assistants and contributing to accreditation or assessment processes. This position is part-time and is expected to be conducted on campus to support an engaging and effective learning environment. To apply, please submit an application online at https://jobs.virginia.edu and attach a current CV/resume and cover letter. Search on requisition number: R0088470 Internal applicants may search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. This position will also require an Education Verification. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.