Part-time Faculty, Electrical Engineering Technology
Content + Source + Freshness • 14 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Part-time teaching role offering flexibility, suitable for engineering professionals that want to engage in academia.
- Part-time flexibility conducive to other professional work
- Engagement in practical applications of electrical engineering
- Lower compensation and limited benefits compared to full-time faculty
- Instability stemming from changes in class offerings
Pros
- Flexible working hours suited for professional engagements
- Opportunity to influence and guide engineering students
- Focus on relevant, real-world applications in coursework
Cons
- Restricted income potential as a part-time role
- Limited benefits compared to full-time faculty positions
- Potential instability in workload linked to student enrollment
Who it's for
Entry to Mid-Level • Part-time, on-site
Good fit
- Experienced electrical engineers interested in education
- Professionals desiring part-time teaching roles
- Candidates wanting flexible opportunities in academia
Not recommended for
- Individuals seeking a permanent, full-time role
- Job seekers wanting comprehensive benefits packages
- Candidates without a commitment to teaching
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
The Electrical Engineering Technology ( EET ) program at Youngstown State University is accepting applications for part-time faculty to teach undergraduate EET courses. The majority of EET courses are application-focused providing our students with real-life experiences in the classroom and lab. Responsibilities will include teaching one or more courses and/or associated laboratories in direct current circuits, electromechanical systems (circuits for non-EETs) introduction to microprocessors, and electrical machinery. This position is renewable.
Plans, organizes, teaches, and provides feedback to promote and direct student success. Responds to students in a timely manner. Communicates with students, departments, and university officials via university-provided tools and resources.
An Institution of Opportunity: YSU inspires individuals, enhances futures, and enriches lives.
As a student-centered university, Youngstown State University's mission is to provide innovative lifelong learning opportunities that will inspire individuals, enhance futures and enrich lives. YSU inspires individuals by cultivating a curiosity for lifelong learning; enhances the futures of our students by empowering them to discover, disseminate and apply their knowledge; and enriches the region by fostering collaboration and the advancement of civic, scientific, and technological development. YSU's culture of enrichment flourishes in our intellectually diverse, accessible, and quality education.
Minimum Qualifications: At least a Master's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering (or foreign equivalent), Electrical or Computer Engineering Technology (or foreign equivalent) or closely related field. Significant industrial experience will be considered instead of a Master's Degree. Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Preferred Qualifications: Prior college teaching, related work experience, and online teaching experience are pluses.
