What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering – Machine Shop: Part-Time, Adjunct Instructor, Spring 2026 position at University of Pittsburgh?
The Division of Physical and Computational Sciences is currently seeking applicants for a Part-Time, Adjunct Instructor of Engineering – Machine Shop, for Spring 2026.
Requirements: An associate degree or higher in manufacturing, mechanical engineering, or a related technical field, along with relevant industry certifications or teaching experience, is required.
Responsibilities: Applicants must be able to teach Machine Shop, a one-credit laboratory course required for engineering students. The course introduces students to safe and effective operation of common machine tools, including lathes, mills, drill presses, and CNC equipment. Successful applicants will provide hands-on training in machining processes, measurement techniques, material selection, and shop safety protocols. Candidates should have demonstrated experience in machining operations and machine shop safety, with proficiency in CNC programming and set-up preferred.
A strong commitment to teaching undergraduates and experience teaching at the university or collegiate level is preferred.
Candidates experienced working with college students from diverse backgrounds and applied experience in the field of expertise are encouraged to apply.
Apply online at: https://www.join.pitt.edu/.
Please submit a letter of application, C.V., and contact information for three professional references, including their name, title, email address, phone number, and their relation to the candidate. (Please Note: All documents must be submitted as PDF files & labeled correspondingly in Talent Center.)
Review of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
www.upb.pitt.edu/faculty-search-information
Assignment Category
Part-time temporary
Bargaining Unit Eligibility
This position may be bargaining unit eligible
Campus
Bradford
Child Protection Clearances
Not Applicable
Required Attachments
Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, Other (see posting for additional details)
Requirements: An associate degree or higher in manufacturing, mechanical engineering, or a related technical field, along with relevant industry certifications or teaching experience, is required.
Responsibilities: Applicants must be able to teach Machine Shop, a one-credit laboratory course required for engineering students. The course introduces students to safe and effective operation of common machine tools, including lathes, mills, drill presses, and CNC equipment. Successful applicants will provide hands-on training in machining processes, measurement techniques, material selection, and shop safety protocols. Candidates should have demonstrated experience in machining operations and machine shop safety, with proficiency in CNC programming and set-up preferred.
A strong commitment to teaching undergraduates and experience teaching at the university or collegiate level is preferred.
Candidates experienced working with college students from diverse backgrounds and applied experience in the field of expertise are encouraged to apply.
Apply online at: https://www.join.pitt.edu/.
Please submit a letter of application, C.V., and contact information for three professional references, including their name, title, email address, phone number, and their relation to the candidate. (Please Note: All documents must be submitted as PDF files & labeled correspondingly in Talent Center.)
Review of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
www.upb.pitt.edu/faculty-search-information
- Please Note: This Job Classification Does Not Support Sponsorship or Relocation.
Assignment Category
Part-time temporary
Bargaining Unit Eligibility
This position may be bargaining unit eligible
Campus
Bradford
Child Protection Clearances
Not Applicable
Required Attachments
Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, Other (see posting for additional details)
