Visiting Assistant Professor of Engineering

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title Visiting Assistant Professor of Engineering Classification Title Faculty Full Time (.75-1.0 FTE) Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligibility

Department Engineering

Job Description

The Hope College Engineering Department invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor in Engineering, full-time teaching position on a 9 month contract to begin August 2026. Responsibilities include preparing and delivering lectures, providing individual instruction during office hours, and preparing, administering and grading examinations.

Is this a visiting faculty position? Yes Rank Assistant Qualifications

Candidates should have either a Ph.D. or Master's degree in engineering or a closely related field.

Physical Demands

This position requires remaining in a sitting or standing position for frequent periods of time; uses office machinery such as a computers, printers, copy machines;
Occasionally involves moving items over 10 pounds; frequently will move between different offices/work spaces/buildings; and requires effective communication abilities. In the case of temporary or permanent condition(s) that require(s) accommodation(s), reasonable accommodation(s) may be requested.

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check. Some positions may have position specific requirements, such as education/licensure/certification verification, a physical, drug screening, credit checks and/or transportation record review.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number FR Job Posting Open Date 01/15/2026 Job Posting Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Is this position available for sponsorship No Special Instructions to Applicants

As part of the application, candidates should upload:

1) A cover letter

2) A curriculum vitae

3) Unofficial transcripts (undergraduate and graduate)

4) A statement of teaching philosophy. Please include a list of courses you feel qualified to teach. A description of how your teaching and/or mentoring could contribute to the Engineering Department's promotion of inclusion and diversity is welcomed.

5) A statement describing your fit to the mission of Hope College ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). As it may not be addressed elsewhere in your application, please devote particular attention to the Christian aspect of the mission statement, including your personal engagement with faith and/or a faith community. The statement on Hope's Christian aspirations () may provide helpful context.

In addition, applications will enter the contact information or three references (including current email addresses). Those references will be contacted by Human Resources to submit a letter of recommendation. Review of applications will begin immediately.

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