Online Visiting Professor of Manufacturing and Automation
$78,000–$140,400 year
RemoteCalifornia, United States or Arizona, United States
Job Summary
Develop and deliver Manufacturing and Automation courses to undergraduate and graduate students through a blend of face-to-face and online instruction. Create and maintain course syllabi, lesson plans, and digital materials while integrating responsible AI use in the classroom. Set clear expectations, grade exams fairly, and provide timely feedback to students across eight-week sessions. Pay ranges from $1500 to $2700 per session, with hourly rates of $22.00 or $23.50 in AZ, CA, IN, and PA. This role supports DeVry University's mission to close the opportunity gap by preparing learners for careers in continuous technological change.
Required Qualifications
- A doctorate in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Engineering Technology, Automation Engineering, or a closely related field
- at least 18 graduate credit hours in manufacturing systems, industrial automation, robotics, production engineering, or related technical disciplines
- Degrees must be awarded by an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, or by an international institution determined to hold equivalent accreditation
- Three to five years of applied professional experience in manufacturing environments, industrial automation, production engineering, robotics, or advanced manufacturing systems
- Demonstrated experience with manufacturing processes and automation technologies, including production systems, programmable logic controllers, robotics, industrial control systems, or smart manufacturing environments
- Two to five years of teaching experience at the post-secondary level, preferably in manufacturing technology, industrial automation, robotics, or applied engineering disciplines
- Industry-recognized certifications or professional credentials relevant to manufacturing, industrial automation, robotics, or production systems
- Strong subject matter expertise in manufacturing systems and automated technologies
- effective communication skills
- the ability to explain technical concepts to diverse learners
- Knowledge of industrial safety standards, quality management practices, and operational efficiency principles within manufacturing environments
Desired Qualifications
- Industry certifications related to manufacturing systems, industrial automation, robotics, or production technologies
- Experience with advanced manufacturing technologies, such as robotics integration, industrial automation systems, computer numerical control (CNC), additive manufacturing, or smart factory systems
- Experience applying industrial operational frameworks, including lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, production optimization, or industrial systems integration
- Experience with digital manufacturing technologies, including industrial data systems, industrial internet of things (IIoT), or automated production monitoring
- Experience with programmatic or regional accreditation processes, including outcomes assessment, curriculum alignment, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Active membership or engagement in professional manufacturing, automation, or industrial technology organizations to maintain current industry knowledge
- Experience integrating hands-on laboratory instruction, industrial simulations, automation platforms, and applied production system projects into post-secondary instruction to support experiential learning
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