Electronics Adjunct Instructor (TEMPORARY)

Electronics Adjunct Instructor (TEMPORARY)

Posting Number: F01310
Location: Diablo Valley College
Salary:

Description of Position:
Candidates must have experience and teaching skills in selected areas of electronics, electrical technology, or related engineering fields. Instruction may include both theory and hands-on applications across multiple subject areas. Applicants are expected to demonstrate strength in one or more of the following areas, with working familiarity in others as appropriate to assigned courses:

• Electrical and power schematics; AC/DC circuitry• Electric motor control, industrial controls, PLCs, and/or robotics systems• Embedded systems, digital logic, and programming• Residential, commercial, and/or industrial electrical wiring methods• PCB layout and electronics fabrication (e.g., PADS, Altium)• Test and measurement, test automation, and data acquisition (e.g., Python, LabVIEW)• Energy and alternative energy systems, including power electronics

• Quality, process improvement, or applied data analysis (e.g., Six Sigma, statistical methods)

Inquiries:
Manuel Covarrubias
[email protected]

Position Status: Non-Tenure Track
EEO Job Category: Faculty & Other Instructional Staff
Employee Group: Part-Time Faculty
Department: D4105-Arch./Engineering

Duties and Responsibilities:
Adjunct Faculty duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. providing instruction in accordance with established curriculum, course outlines and class schedules;
2. creating and maintaining an environment which emphasizes learning, encourages free discussion of ideas and critical thinking;
3. evaluating progress of students concerning educational matters and grades student work;
4. meeting with students outside of class;
5. maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics;
6. maintaining current knowledge in the subject matter areas;
7. fulfilling professional responsibilities of a part-time/temporary faculty member;
8. maintaining accurate academic records;
9. performing other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualification-Education/Experience:
**EDUCATION:**Any bachelor's degree or higher AND two years of professional experience (for example, in electricity, electromechanical/electronic technology, engineering tech, industrial maintenance/tech, robotics, or electrical trade (as journey-level), OR any associate degree AND six years of professional experience.

If you do not possess the EXACT minimum qualifications (i.e., you do not possess the EXACT degree title listed) and believe that you meet the minimum qualifications, fill out the equivalency petition form in the document section of the online application. If you are unsure that you meet the minimum qualifications, please fill out the equivalency petition. The equivalency form can be downloaded here

Desirable Qualifications:
Demonstrated experience with PCB assembly and fabrication processes, including surface-mount and through-hole soldering, rework, inspection, and prototyping workflows (DFM/DFT). Practical experience using electronic test and measurement equipment and troubleshooting electronic, electrical, or electromechanical systems. Familiarity with embedded systems, digital hardware, industrial/energy technologies such as EV charging systems or other renewable energy technologies, and safe electrical work practices (including ESD and NEC awareness, as applicable). Commitment to equity-minded teaching practices, workforce development, and supporting students from historically underrepresented backgrounds in STEM.

Job Open Date: 03/10/2026
Job Close Date: 11/30/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Employment Begins: Summer 2026
# of Months: 4