Adjunct Faculty - Department of Mechanical, Materials and Aerospace Engineering

Job Description
- Adjunct Faculty
- Department of Mechanical, Materials and Aerospace Engineering (28983) Description

The Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources at West Virginia University (WVU) invites applications for adjunct faculty positions. The appointment shall be in the Department of Mechanical, Materials and Aerospace Engineering. Applicants whose interests and expertise align with the department’s most critical teaching needs—including solid mechanics, dynamics and control, energy systems, and mechatronics—are specifically encouraged to apply.

Eligible candidates must hold an earned Doctorate degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, materials engineering, robotics engineering, or a closely related field at the time of appointment. The successful candidates must demonstrate the ability or potential to (1) teach and develop a variety of courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels and (2) perform professional service activities within and outside the university.

A notable record of past teaching experience and scholarly activity is preferred, and effective communication skills are required.

To apply for this position, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Applicants must submit a cover letter indicating the candidate’s specialty area of interest, a curriculum vitae, a two‑page statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for at least three professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until filled.

Dr. Jason Gross, Chair of the MMAE Department, can be reached by e‑mail ss.edu. For additional information, visit .

West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.