About this position
Engineering Science and Technology Adjunct Faculty About Onondaga Community College: Onondaga Community College, located in Syracuse, NY, is a college of the State University of New York (SUNY) system and one of 30 locally sponsored community colleges throughout New York State. Onondaga County is our sponsor. We offer two-year degree programs that serve as transfer opportunities to baccalaureate degree programs at four-year campuses or for direct entry to the workforce. We also offer certificate programs that can generally be completed in one year. Onondaga is a diverse educational learning community. We are committed to creating and maintaining an atmosphere where individuality is not only recognized - but encouraged - to contribute to the fabric of the campus environment. We continue to serve the educational and economic development needs of the region and proudly boast more than 40,000 alumni. Job Description: The Department of Engineering Science and Technology is pleased to invite applications for Adjunct Instructors to support Electrical Technology, Mechanical Technology, Electromechanical Technology and Welding Technology degree programs. Major responsibilities of this position include college-level teaching of Engineering Science, Electromechanical, Electrical, Mechanical or Welding Technology courses and laboratories in areas such as machining, manufacturing, mechanism design, programming fundamentals, industrial safety, engineering drawing creation, circuit design and analysis, digital electronics, microprocessor, programmable logic controllers, pneumatics, robotics, soldering and electronic assembly, electrical test & measurement, mechanical assembly techniques, motors & controllers, sensors & machine vision, automation, and industrial control systems. Additionally, knowledge of welding technology is in demand including arc welding: TIG, MIG, STICK, material management and advanced techniques. The successful candidate will:Preparing and presenting lectures and course materials that comply with course outlines and outcomes. Meeting with students as needed to answer questions. Responding to student queries (e.g. email or voice mail) as needed, in a reasonably timely manner. Writing, administering, and grading all student assignments and exams. Computing grades and submitting them on time. Teaching courses in accordance with the schedule of classes and follow the approved course descriptions and syllabi established by the Division faculty and administered by the associate dean/director. Job Requirements: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSHigh school diploma. A minimum of five years' work experience in a technology field such as electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, pneumatics, robotics, soldering and electronic assembly, electrical test & measurement, mechanical assembly techniques, motors & controllers, sensors & machine vision, industrial control systems, and welding. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSCandidates with various combinations of earned degrees (master's, bachelor's, associate), licenses, certifications, and experience in Engineering, Mechanical Technology or related fields will be considered for Adjunct Faculty positions. Background in teaching college level courses. Demonstrated connections with local industry. Bilingual in English and Spanish. English and another language will be considered. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESProficient in Microsoft Office Suite of products (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint); Practical hands-on, design, or technology management experience in the application of electrical technology, mechanical technology or welding; Familiar with the following engineering some or all of the following software programs: Autocad, Inventor, Solidworks, Creo, Fusion 360. LabView, PLC Programming, CNC Programming. Matlab, Python. Quartus II, Circuit Maker 6. Additional Information:Adjunct rate of pay by academic year: 2026-2027 - $1,527 per credit hour 2027-2028 - $1,573 per credit hour Classes will be assigned on an as needed basis dependent upon enrollment. Adjuncts are eligible to participate in the NYS Teacher's Retirement System. To apply, visit http://sunyocc.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=197496 jeid-924499dd6fa56144803d3645bfb5264c
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