Lecturer, Mechanical & Computer-Aided Manufacturing

Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering (FAC)

Location: Cleveland, Ohio

Posted: Mon, Oct 12, 2026

The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering in the Case School of Engineering at Case Western Reserve University invites applications for a full-time Lecturer (Special Faculty) position to teach beginning January 4, 2027
. This is a non-tenure-track faculty appointment with primary responsibility for undergraduate teaching in manufacturing-related courses.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach EMAE 160:
Mechanical Manufacturing and EMAE 290:
Computer-Aided Manufacturing in the fall and spring semesters. The Lecturer will support the department’s educational mission through high-quality instruction, student mentoring, and curriculum support. Additional instructional responsibilities may be assigned based on departmental needs, consistent with the nature of the appointment.

The Lecturer will be expected to:

• Teach EMAE 160:
  Mechanical Manufacturing and EMAE 290:
  Computer-Aided Manufacturing during the fall and spring semesters.
• Prepare and deliver lectures, laboratories, demonstrations, and other instructional activities as appropriate.
• Develop, maintain, and update course materials, including syllabi, assignments, assessments, and instructional content.
• Evaluate student performance and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Hold regular office hours and support student learning and academic success.
• Support hands-on and applied learning related to manufacturing processes, machining, fabrication, and computer-aided manufacturing.
• Maintain a safe, effective, and inclusive teaching environment, including laboratory or shop settings where applicable.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff on course coordination, curriculum improvement, and instructional planning.
• Participate in departmental meetings and other contributions consistent with the expectations of a full-time Lecturer appointment.

In compliance with the City of Cleveland’s Pay Transparency Ordinance (effective October 27, 2025), the annual starting base salary range for this position is from $80,000-$90,000
. CWRU considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. University employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and paid time off.

Required Qualifications

Applicants must have:

• An earned master’s degree in a field of engineering or related science; or
• An earned bachelor’s degree in a field of engineering or related science with substantial professional engineering experience.

In addition, candidates should demonstrate:

• Expertise relevant to manufacturing and/or computer-aided manufacturing.
• Ability to train students in the safe use of specialized tools, equipment, and fabrication processes.
• Evidence of effective teaching, training, mentoring, or other instructional experience.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to teach and work effectively in a diverse academic environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference may be given to candidates with one or more of the following:

• Academic or professional experience in mechanical manufacturing, computer-aided manufacturing, machining, fabrication, CNC systems, or CAD/CAM software.
• Prior experience teaching undergraduate engineering courses.
• Experience supervising or instructing students in laboratory, machine shop, or other hands-on instructional settings.
• Demonstrated ability to support experiential…