Teaching Faculty in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Job Category

Academic Staff

Regular

Teaching Faculty I

This position has the primary responsibility to provide comprehensive instructional program support services for courses and labs in the undergraduate mechanical engineering, engineering mechanics, and/or aerospace engineering curricula. The individual will be expected to define, update, and deliver a high-quality curriculum using best practices in instructional design and delivery. Successful candidates will use established course curriculum and materials to provide instruction to students enrolled in fundamental and design‑related courses such as statics, mechanics of materials, dynamics, dynamic systems, CAD, FEA, mechatronics, design of machine elements, aerospace engineering and senior capstone design.

The individual will also interpret test scores and meet with students to assess and assist course progress and provide guidance when needed. The individual will oversee, maintain, and upgrade instructional laboratory spaces, equipment, and software used by students in the ME Department. Additionally, the candidate should participate in curriculum development to identify opportunities to upgrade course content and develop new undergraduate educational approaches as requested by the department, based on data obtained through student evaluations or other information systems.

They will work with faculty and education innovation programs to review, develop, and apply new teaching techniques and methods of delivery as continuous improvement to the ME department’s instructional program, and present ideas related to instructional programs internal or external to the department. In some instances, it may be necessary to supervise, train, and evaluate teaching assistants (TAs) and provide feedback or assist in the development of web course content to aid in new TA training.

The teaching load will be determined based on university guidelines and the percent appointment of the hire.

• Hiring at the I or II level will depend on accomplishments and experience including but not limited to a strong record of teaching, classroom innovation, the design and execution of administrative functions associated with academic instruction, and the development of pedagogy/andragogy or assessment tools and resources to support quality student learning.
• This position can be full or part‑time, between 33% – 100%.
• The successful applicant must ensure eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. University sponsorship is not available for this position.

• Supervise the day‑to‑day activities of work unit employees involved in instructional support as needed.
• Develop teaching techniques that enhance course effectiveness in alignment with desired outcomes and established strategy.
• Assist in defining the objectives of the program and play a major role in carrying out program duties.
• Assist in developing techniques and/or model programs for carrying out instructional goals in the disciplinary area and identify ways new techniques could be of assistance.
• Provide classroom, online, and/or laboratory instruction, including grading.
• Assess learner performance and prepare reports recommending instructional improvements.

College of Engineering, Department of Mechanical Engineering

The starting salary for the position is $80,000, negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

• 1 year of experience in engineering instruction or working with engineering students at the college level.
• 3 years of experience in engineering research or industry.

• Industry experience in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Experience with hands‑on lab or project‑based instruction of engineering students.
• Prior teaching experience in relevant or related courses such as statics, mechanics of materials, dynamics, dynamic systems, CAD, FEA, mechatronics, design of machine elements, aerospace engineering, and senior capstone design.

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