POSITION OVERVIEW

This document describes duties that the Academy expects of adjunct faculty members. Adjunct faculty are non-permanent, temporary faculty who are hired on a semester-by-semester basis.

TEACHING

Teaching responsibilities include time spent in the classroom, laboratory, or training ship(s) and in immediate preparation for these; maintaining and improving competence in subjects being taught; preparing contemporary teaching materials; conferring with students on course materials; directing individual and group studies and practica; reviewing written examinations and papers; evaluating presentations; supervising independent study projects, supervising or teaching clinical cooperatives or industry programs, and assigning grades according to existing Academy policy.

OTHER ASPECTS OF FACULTY PERFORMANCE

Collegiality, as well as professional and ethical conduct, enhances teaching, learning and the general reputation of all persons in the academy. Therefore, all faculty members are expected to serve in a collegial fashion and in accordance with professional and ethical principles when dealing with other faculty members, students, administrators, and members of the public.

DUTIES

Teach BIW PS203: Physics II, a 3-credit undergraduate course taught as part of the Bath Iron Works Apprenticeship Program and MMA’s Associate Degree Programs in Ship Design and Ship Production.
Contribute to the development, planning and implementation of a high-quality curriculum in Maine Maritime’s BIW Program in Ship Design & Ship Production.
Assist in the development of learning materials, by preparing syllabuses and lesson plans and maintaining records to monitor student progress, achievement and attendance.
Develop, administer and mark exams and other assessments.
Provide advice and support to students.
Inform students of their progress by promptly returning assignments, quizzes, papers and exams
Office Hours required per week: Varies by assignment, typically 1.5-3 hours, total in-person and online.
Maintain an awareness and enforce fire and health and safety regulations applicable to the teaching location.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS

Teaching and other forms of public presentation.
Ability to supervise academic work by undergraduate students.
Ability to manage time and work to strict deadlines.
Ability to write clearly and tailor communication style to meet the needs of the recipient.
Ability to work collaboratively.
Commitment to high quality teaching and fostering a positive learning environment for students
Commitment to MMA’s policy of equal opportunity and the ability to work harmoniously with colleagues and students of all genders, cultures and backgrounds
Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills are essential
Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations
High degree of professionalism
Demonstrated integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree (graduate degree preferred) from an accredited institution in a relevant field, such as physics, mechanical engineering, materials science, materials engineering, or naval architecture.
Minimum of 3 years experience in their appropriate industry.
Prior successful teaching/training experience desired.
Membership in relevant professional organization(s).
Published research in refereed journals, and be a recognized authority in the field of specialization.
Must meet Academy criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Background check is required
Tobacco-free campus.
Must present original copies of transcripts
COURSES/POSITIONS AVAILABLE

BIW PS203: Physics II — This class is part of the BIW Programs in Ship Design and Ship Production — An introductory college physics course sequence without calculus. Emphasis on Newtonian mechanics of rigid bodies, fluids, heat and introductory thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism. Other related topics as time permits. Rec. 3 and Cr. 3. In addition to teaching the course, the instructor will maintain at least one “after-hours” 60- minute recitation/help-session periods each week, with at least one held on-site. There will be two or three sections of this course offered during fall 2026. Each section meets once per week for 3 hours from Aug 25 – Dec 10, 2026 (Tuesdays 12-3:00, Thursdays 8-11:00 and 12- 3:00 PM). Up to three 3-hour lecture periods per week One instructor per section Projected Class Size: 14-24 students Compensation starts at $3,500/section

TO APPLY

Go to Maine Maritime Academy's Employment page: https://mainemaritime.edu/employment-at-mma/faculty-positions/. Interested individuals should submit a cover letter and resume including contact information for at least three professional references using the online Employment Application. Do Not Send Personally Identifiable Information (PII) by email.

PLEASE NOTE THAT INCOMPLETE SUBMISSIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

All offers are made contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation.

Tobacco-Free Notice For the health and wellbeing of our community, the Maine Maritime Academy campus and vessels (ashore and afloat) are smoke- and tobacco-free as of August 1, 2016. • Smoke and Tobacco Free Campus Policy (effective 8/1/16)

Equal Employment Opportunities

Maine Maritime Academy is an equal opportunity employer. The Academy complies with federal and/or state law that prohibit unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, marital status, disability, age, genetic information or veteran status. The Academy provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals upon request. Women, minorities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

MMA is unable at this time to sponsor visas. We welcome foreign nationals with valid U.S. work authorization to apply.

For further information Email the chair of the BIW Program, Dr. Damon Gannon, at damon.gannon@mma.edu.

POSITION OVERVIEW

This document describes duties that the Academy expects of adjunct faculty members. Adjunct faculty are non-permanent, temporary faculty who are hired on a semester-by-semester basis.

TEACHING

Teaching responsibilities include time spent in the classroom, laboratory, or training ship(s) and in immediate preparation for these; maintaining and improving competence in subjects being taught; preparing contemporary teaching materials; conferring with students on course materials; directing individual and group studies and practica; reviewing written examinations and papers; evaluating presentations; supervising independent study projects, supervising or teaching clinical cooperatives or industry programs, and assigning grades according to existing Academy policy.

OTHER ASPECTS OF FACULTY PERFORMANCE

Collegiality, as well as professional and ethical conduct, enhances teaching, learning and the general reputation of all persons in the academy. Therefore, all faculty members are expected to serve in a collegial fashion and in accordance with professional and ethical principles when dealing with other faculty members, students, administrators, and members of the public.

DUTIES

Teach BIW ET206 Mechanics I: Statics, a 3-credit undergraduate course taught as part of the Bath Iron Works Apprenticeship Program and MMA’s Associate Degree Programs in Ship Design and Ship Production.
Contribute to the development, planning and implementation of a high-quality curriculum in Maine Maritime’s BIW Program in Ship Design & Ship Production.
Assist in the development of learning materials, by preparing syllabuses and lesson plans and maintaining records to monitor student progress, achievement and attendance.
Develop, administer and mark exams and other assessments.
Provide advice and support to students.
Inform students of their progress by promptly returning assignments, quizzes, papers and exams
Office Hours required per week: Varies by assignment, typically 1.5-3 hours, total in-person and online.
Maintain an awareness and enforce fire and health and safety regulations applicable to the teaching location.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS

Teaching and other forms of public presentation.
Ability to supervise academic work by undergraduate students.
Ability to manage time and work to strict deadlines.
Ability to write clearly and tailor communication style to meet the needs of the recipient.
Ability to work collaboratively.
Commitment to high quality teaching and fostering a positive learning environment for students
Commitment to MMA’s policy of equal opportunity and the ability to work harmoniously with colleagues and students of all genders, cultures and backgrounds
Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills are essential
Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations
High degree of professionalism
Demonstrated integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree (graduate degree preferred) from an accredited institution in a relevant field, such as mechanical engineering, materials science, materials engineering, naval architecture, or physics.
Minimum of 3 years experience in their appropriate industry.
Prior successful teaching/training experience desired.
Membership in relevant professional organization(s).
Applicable professional license(s).
Published research in refereed journals or technical writing in other professional journals, and be a recognized authority in the field of specialization.
Must meet Academy criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Background check is required
Tobacco-free campus.
Must present original copies of transcripts
COURSES/POSITIONS AVAILABLE

BIW ET235: ET206 : Mechanics I: Statics — This class is part of the BIW Programs in Ship Design and Ship Production — The study of forces applied to structures. Introduces vector mechanics, static equilibrium, two and three dimensional force systems, distributed forces and friction, linear and angular kinematics, linear and angular kinetics, energy methods, impulse, momentum, kinetics of three-dimensional motions, and vibrations. Structures studied include plane and three-dimensional trusses, frames, beams, and cables. Rec. 3, Cr. 3 In addition to teaching the course, the instructor will maintain at least one “after-hours” 60- minute recitation/help-session periods each week, with at least one held on-site. There will be one or two sections of this course offered during fall 2026. Each section meets once per week, on Thursdays (one section from 8-11:00 and the other from 12:00 to 3:00 PM, from Aug 25 – Dec 10, 2026. One or two 3-hour lecture periods per week One instructor per section Projected Class Size: 15-24 students Compensation starts at $3,500/section

TO APPLY

Go to Maine Maritime Academy's Employment page: https://mainemaritime.edu/employment-at-mma/faculty-positions/. Interested individuals should submit a cover letter and resume including contact information for at least three professional references using the online Employment Application. Do Not Send Personally Identifiable Information (PII) by email.

PLEASE NOTE THAT INCOMPLETE SUBMISSIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

All offers are made contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation.

Tobacco-Free Notice For the health and wellbeing of our community, the Maine Maritime Academy campus and vessels (ashore and afloat) are smoke- and tobacco-free as of August 1, 2016. • Smoke and Tobacco Free Campus Policy (effective 8/1/16)

Equal Employment Opportunities

Maine Maritime Academy is an equal opportunity employer. The Academy complies with federal and/or state law that prohibit unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, marital status, disability, age, genetic information or veteran status. The Academy provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals upon request. Women, minorities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

MMA is unable at this time to sponsor visas. We welcome foreign nationals with valid U.S. work authorization to apply.

For further information Email the chair of the BIW Program, Dr. Damon Gannon, at damon.gannon@mma.edu.

Visiting Professor of Physics and Engineering

One-year (3 trimester) Position

Starting Fall Trimester 2026 (August 15)

Duty Location: Brunswick, Maine

POSITION OVERVIEW
This document describes duties that the Academy expects of faculty members. These may change with each academic year, through discussions between you and your department head/dean/vice president. You will be reviewed and evaluated on the basis of how well you perform these duties.

The responsibilities for this position will include some or all of the following: teaching, student advising, professional development, scholarship, service, and administrative responsibilities. Teaching is the fundamental responsibility of each faculty member; all faculty members are expected to participate in this activity. In addition, a high degree of “volunteerism/participation” is expected to facilitate the administrative support of the Academy along with effectively imparting your unique capabilities and expertise.

This position is part of MMA’s Advanced BIW Program in Shipbuilding, based at the Maritime Industrial Workforce Training Center.  Students in this program are apprentices at Bath Iron Works (BIW) and earn an associate’s degree in either Ship Design or Ship Production.   

The ideal candidate will teach courses with a focus on physics and engineering (Physics II, Static Mechanics, Strength of Materials, and Material Properties & Testing).  A background in teaching and/or working in these fields is preferred for this position. This is for a one-year term, starting on August 15, 2026.

TEACHING
Teaching responsibilities include time spent in the classroom, laboratory, or training ship(s) and in immediate preparation for these; maintaining and improving competence in subjects being taught; preparing contemporary teaching materials; conferring with students on course materials; directing individual and group studies and practica; reviewing written examinations and papers; evaluating presentations; supervising independent study projects,  supervising or teaching clinical cooperatives or industry programs, and assigning grades according to existing Academy policy.

ADVISING
Student advising includes time spent meeting with students regarding academic, curricular and career matters.

SERVICE
Academy service includes, but is not limited to, service on the Faculty Senate, Academy and departmental committees. Professional service implies the use of academic and professional expertise to serve your profession, the community, the state, the nation, or the world.

SCHOLARSHIP
Scholarship enables individuals to remain current in the theory, practice, knowledge, skills and/or pedagogy of their disciplines. For some, scholarship and continued professional development may mean hands-on development and training in industry. The scholarly expectations of faculty should be consistent with the mission and purposes of Maine Maritime Academy.

OTHER ASPECTS OF FACULTY PERFORMANCE
Collegiality, as well as professional and ethical conduct, enhances teaching, learning and the general reputation of all persons in the academy. Therefore, all faculty members are expected to serve in a collegial fashion and in accordance with professional and ethical principles when dealing with other faculty members, students, administrators, and members of the public.

DUTIES
Teach undergraduate courses that are part of the Bath Iron Works Apprenticeship Program and MMA’s Associate Degree Programs in Ship Design and Ship Production.  These courses would include Physics II, Static Mechanics, Strength of Materials, and Material Properties & Testing. 
Contribute to the development, planning and implementation of a high-quality curriculum in Maine Maritime’s BIW Program in Ship Design & Ship Production
Develop learning materials, prepare lesson plans, and maintain records to monitor student progress, achievement and attendance
Develop, administer, and mark exams and other assessments
Provide advice and support to students
Inform students of their progress by promptly returning assignments, quizzes, papers and exam
Participate in departmental and faculty seminars aimed at sharing research outcomes and building interdisciplinary collaboration within and outside the department
Contribute to departmental, faculty, or Academy-wide working groups or committees a requested
Maintain one’s own scholarship and continuing professional development
Provide support of the Academy's training curriculum
Help foster MMA’s partnership with Bath Iron Works
All faculty are expected to demonstrate their ongoing commitment to academic excellence; that is, to the conduct of possible research, publication, teaching and other forms of knowledge transfer, at the highest levels of achievement.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS
Teaching and other forms of public presentation.
Ability to supervise academic work by undergraduate students.
Ability to manage time and work to strict deadlines.
Ability to write clearly and tailor communication style to meet the needs of the recipient.
Ability to work collaboratively.
Commitment to high quality teaching and fostering a positive learning environment for students
Commitment to MMA’s policy of equal opportunity and the ability to work harmoniously with colleagues and students of all genders, cultures and backgrounds
Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills are essential
Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations
High degree of professionalism
Demonstrated integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and conditions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree (graduate degree preferred) from an accredited institution in a relevant field, such as physics, mechanical engineering, materials science, materials engineering, or naval architecture.
Professional experience applying engineering principles to solve problems or design components or systems.
Prior successful teaching/training/mentoring experience desired.
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Membership in relevant professional organization(s).
Published research in refereed journals or technical articles in professional publications.
Must meet Academy criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Advanced degree(s) in engineering or physics
Academic instructional experience
Experience in the marine industry or equivalent military or industrial experience

SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Background check is required
Tobacco-free campus.
Must present official copies of transcripts and any professional documentation (e.g. licenses, certifications and/or endorsements)

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Work in the labs and in the shipyard may require: Climbing up and down ladders and gangways, lifting and carrying materials, occasional work in excess heat, cold, dampness or dry atmospheric conditions.