Adjunct Faculty, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering

Department: Col of Engineering and Computing

Job Category: Adjunct Faculty

Job Type: Part-Time

Location: Fairfax, VA 

Workplace Type: On-Site, Hybrid, and/or, Remote 

Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience

Criminal Background Check: Yes

About the Department:

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering is one of the oldest and largest departments within the College of Engineering and Computing at George Mason University. Established over 40 years ago with a focus on electronics engineering, the department has since expanded to offer seven undergraduate and graduate programs, now serving more than 800 students.
Our programs are supported by over 30 full-time faculty and numerous adjunct instructors, with a strong emphasis on both education and research. Many of our graduates have gone on to successful careers in engineering and related fields. An active industry advisory board helps guide our strategic direction and ensures our programs remain aligned with workforce needs.
We also actively collaborate across disciplines to support broader initiatives within the college. We welcome any inquiries and are happy to provide additional information.

About the Position:

Adjunct faculty are expected to teach one or two courses in ECE at our Fairfax campus. Expertise in the following courses may be needed:

DFOR 761 Malware Reverse Engineering (Tuesday, 7:20 pm – 10:00 pm)

DFOR 710 Memory Forensics (Wednesday, 4:30 pm – 7:10 pm)

ECE 447 Microcontrollers (Monday & Wednesday 4:30 pm – 5:45 pm)

Responsibilities:

• Prepares and teaches assigned courses at assigned class meetings based on the course catalog description and approved course outline;
• Prepares and objectively grades class assignments and exams in a timely manner, in accordance with course outcomes.
• Maintains accurate, transparent student records;
• Assists and fosters student success through the maintenance of regularly scheduled office hours and timely responses to e-mail inquiries;
• Adheres to all administrative university policies, such as the timely submission of completed midterm and final grades;
• Maintains appropriate professional development to stay current within assigned courses;
• Maintains appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics; and
• Other duties as assigned by contract and/or by the Course Coordinator, including assessing course(s) taught for continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Digital Forensics, Cyber Security Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field; and
• Solid verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Digital Forensics, Cyber Security Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field (can accept a master’s degree in one of these fields);
• Experience with a learning management system, preferably Canvas.
• Relevant professional experience; and
• Teaching experience at the college level.

Instructions to Applicants: 

For full consideration, applicants must apply for Adjunct Faculty, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Cover Letter/Letter of Intent, CV and a Transcript for review.

Posting Open Date: June 6, 2025

For Full Consideration, Apply by:  July 15, 2025

Open Until Filled:  Yes

Mason Engineering:  The Future of Engineering is Here

About the College

The College of Engineering and Computing (CEC) at George Mason University is a fast-growing force for innovation in research and education. Ranked nationally in the top 100 in both undergraduate and graduate education, the CEC enrolled a record high of 10,933 students in fall 2023. The college has 34 undergraduate, master’s and doctoral degree programs including several first-in-the-nation offerings. Of its 320 full-time faculty, 93 are tenured, 77 are tenure-track, 90 are term faculty, and 60 are research faculty. As part of a nationally ranked research university, CEC research teams expended $65 million in sponsored research awards in the past year and had projects with over $119 million in current and anticipated awards. The college stands out for its leading research in areas such as artificial intelligence, data analytics engineering, cybersecurity engineering, biomedical imaging and devices, healthcare, autonomous systems, 5G/Next G communications, systems architectures, computational biomedicine, advanced materials and manufacturing, sustainable infrastructure, and more. The college encourages and supports multidisciplinary research and provides ample opportunities for faculty to work with other disciplines.

About the University and the Region

George Mason University is the largest and most diverse public research university in Virginia, with an enrollment of more than 40,000 students studying in over 200 degree programs. Mason is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution with national distinction in a range of academic fields. It was classified as an R1 research institution in 2016 by the Carnegie Classifications of Institutes of Higher Education. The university has campuses in Fairfax, Arlington, and Prince William County. Its proximity to Washington, D.C. provides unmatched geographical access to federal agencies and national laboratories. Northern Virginia is also home to one of the largest concentrations of high-tech firms in the nation, providing excellent opportunities for interaction with industry. The region is consistently rated as being among the best places to live in the country and has an outstanding local public school system.

About the Future

In conjunction with Amazon’s decision to establish a second headquarters in Northern Virginia, the Commonwealth of Virginia announced a multi-year plan to invest in the growth of degree programs in computing. As a result, Mason has committed to accelerating its plans to grow its capacity in computing and high-tech fields. Among the university’s exciting initiatives are the launch of the Institute for Digital Innovation—a university think tank and incubator to serve the digital economy—and the expansion of Mason Square home to its Arlington facilities. In 2025, Fuse, a new 355,000 square foot building, will open to students, faculty, and research teams. This Net-zero facility will house the Institute for Digital Innovation, state-of-the-art classrooms, labs, and collaborative spaces. It will also include retail space, and leasing opportunities for local businesses. These initiatives reflect hundreds of millions of dollars in new investment by Mason that will rapidly elevate the university’s already leading national position in computing and related areas.