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How much do adjunct engineering professor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for adjunct engineering professor in the United States is $67.56, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66.83 and $69.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Adjunct Engineering Professor?

An Adjunct Engineering Professor is a part-time faculty member who teaches engineering courses at a college or university. Unlike full-time professors, adjuncts are usually hired on a contractual basis for specific courses or semesters. They may also work in industry or other fields in addition to teaching. Adjunct professors are responsible for delivering lectures, assessing student work, and contributing to the academic development of their students. Their real-world experience often enriches the learning environment for engineering students.

What is the difference between Adjunct Engineering Professor vs Part-Time Engineering Instructor?

AspectAdjunct Engineering ProfessorPart-Time Engineering Instructor
CredentialsTypically requires a master's or doctoral degree in engineering or related fieldUsually requires a bachelor's degree; advanced degrees preferred
Work EnvironmentUniversity or college classrooms, labs, and lecture hallsCommunity colleges, technical schools, or training centers
Employer & Industry UsageHigher education institutions, academiaVocational schools, community colleges, technical institutes
Work FocusTeaching courses, research, academic responsibilitiesTeaching practical engineering courses, skill development

In summary, an Adjunct Engineering Professor typically holds advanced degrees and teaches at universities, focusing on academic instruction and research. A Part-Time Engineering Instructor often has a bachelor's degree and teaches practical engineering courses at technical or community colleges. Both roles involve teaching but differ mainly in educational level, credentials, and work environment.

What are the typical challenges faced by an Adjunct Engineering Professor balancing teaching with other professional commitments?

Adjunct Engineering Professors often juggle teaching responsibilities with other professional roles, such as industry positions or consulting work. This can make time management and workload balancing a challenge, especially during grading periods or when preparing new course materials. Additionally, adjuncts may need to adapt quickly to different institutional cultures and student needs, often with limited access to campus resources. Building relationships with full-time faculty and staying engaged with departmental initiatives can also require extra effort, but these connections are valuable for professional growth and networking.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Adjunct Engineering Professor, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Adjunct Engineering Professor, you need advanced knowledge in your engineering discipline, typically supported by a master’s or doctoral degree and relevant industry or teaching experience. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS) like Canvas or Blackboard, as well as engineering software such as MATLAB or AutoCAD, is often required. Exceptional communication, adaptability, and mentorship abilities help engage students and foster a positive learning environment. These skills ensure effective teaching, student success, and the ability to bridge academic concepts with real-world engineering practices.
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Infographic showing various Adjunct Engineering Professor job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $140,525 per year, or $67.6 per hour.
Adjunct Professor of Mathematics

Adjunct Professor of Mathematics

Oklahoma City Community College

Oklahoma City, OK • On-site

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago


Job description

Position Information
Position Information (Default Section)
Posting Number
Adjunct_0401900
Classification Title
Adjunct Professor
Working Title
Adjunct Professor of Mathematics
Datatel Position ID
SEMA6ADJMATH1A
Annual Hours
As needed or assigned.
Placement Range
$740 per Credit Hour
Position Type
Adjunct Faculty
Job Category
General Description
An adjunct faculty member at Oklahoma City Community College has the primary responsibility of instruction. Secondary responsibilities include supporting the integrity of curricula, encouraging student success, and promoting the mission of the division to which the adjunct faculty member belongs as well as the College as a whole.
What position does this position report to?
Department Chair of Mathematics
What position(s) reports to this position?
None
Minimum Education/Experience
Master's degree with at least 18 graduate hours in Mathematics or related field.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Demonstrated positive human relations and communication skills.
Basic computer skills, proficient in the use of Microsoft Office or similar software.
Flexible teaching style to accommodate individual learning styles.
Committed to helping students achieve their goals to be successful and attain a college education.
Knowledge of or willingness to learn computer programs used in the department and on campus (such as MineOnline and Moodle).
Organization and attention to detail.
Support and willingness to teach in a competency-based instructional system.
Ability to work independently and coordinate work with colleagues and peers.
Ability to work well as a team member in an instructional unit.
Ability to communicate and articulate concepts in an organized manner both verbally and in writing.
Ability to read and understand content in order to assist students when they are having difficulty interpreting concepts.
Ability to interact in an effective and encouraging manner with students individually and in groups.
Must be punctual.
Must be reliable.
Physical Demands/Working Conditions
1. GENERAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Light work: The person in this position may occasionally exert up to 20 pounds of force to move objects.
2. PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:
This position requires the person to frequently move about the classroom to assist students and perform the essential functions of the position.
This position requires the person to frequently communicate with students, faculty, and staff to perform the essential functions of the position. Must be able to exchange accurate information in various situations.
This position frequently requires the person to operate a computer, other office equipment and mobile devices to prepare instructional documents, answer email correspondence, and complete other activities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.
This position may require the person to drive to off-campus sites, frequently local high schools, to teach concurrent enrollment sections.
3. VISUAL ACUITY:
This position requires the person to judge, observe and assess the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations.
4. WORKING CONDITIONS
This position's essential functions are performed in an indoor classroom or office setting.
Preferred Qualifications
None.
Required Training
Work Hours
Day, evening, or weekend
Locations: OCCC campus, concurrent sites, and/or online as required by section assignment.
Department
Division of Science, Engineering, and Mathematics
Job Open Date
07/12/2023
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
No
HR Contact
Beth Holmes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants are to thoroughly complete the online application and attach the following required documents: cover letter, resume, and transcript conferring a minimum of a Master's degree with at least 18 graduate hours in Mathematics or related field.
Applicants who do not attach the required documents will not be considered for the position.
For application assistance, please contact Human Resources at (405) 682-7542, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
Job Duties
Job Duties (Position Specific)
(The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)
Job Duties (Duties Assignment Statement)
An adjunct faculty member is primarily responsible for supporting student learning by providing quality instruction in courses that the adjunct faculty member and the dean/director agree will be taught. Quality instruction includes clear course objectives, prepared and relevant class activities, effective and understandable presentations of learning materials, fair and understandable grading practices (credit classes only), timely responses to students, and a positive atmosphere in the classroom.
In addition to the primary responsibility for supporting student learning, an adjunct faculty member is expected to:
Participate in the assessment of student learning outcomes for the program and/or department.
Respond in a timely fashion to information requests from program, division, and College administrators.
Attend department, division, and College meetings as required.
Acquire new knowledge and skills as appropriate for the academic discipline.
Satisfy objectives for mutually agreed upon special assignments.
Support the College's vision, mission, goals, and priorities.
Course(s) this position may teach include:
Functions and Modeling
Trigonometry
Geometry and Measurement (for Pre-Service PreK-8 Teachers)
Mathematical Systems (for Pre-Service PreK-8 Teachers)
Precalculus and Analytic Geoemetry
Contemporary Mathematics
Calculus I for Business, Life Sciences, and Social Sciences
Calculus II for Business, Life Sciences, and Social Sciences
Calculus and Analytic Geometry I
Calculus and Analytic Geometry II
Calculus and Analytic Geometry III
Introduction to Statistics
Differential Equations
Job Duties (Safety / Policy & Procedures)
Abide by the policies and procedures published in the Board of Regents Policies and College Policies & Procedures.
Contribute to a safe educational & working environment.
Adhere to established safety and health procedures and practices for the purpose of providing injury and illness prevention for self and others.
Complete quarterly health and safety training pursuant to OCCC's established safety and health procedures and practices.
Participate in all applicable OCCC emergency, evacuation, shelter in place drills, and be prepared to take action and assist others in taking appropriate action should a health or safety emergency occur.