Adjunct Faculty - Department of Mechanical, Materials and Aerospace Engineering- 28983

The Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources at West Virginia University (WVU) invites applications for adjunct faculty positions in the Department of Mechanical, Materials and Aerospace Engineering (MMAE).

About the role

The department seeks candidates whose interests and expertise align with its most critical teaching needs, including solid mechanics, dynamics and control, energy systems, and mechatronics.

Responsibilities

• Teach and develop a variety of courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Perform professional service activities within and outside the university.

Requirements

• Hold an earned Doctorate degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, materials engineering, robotics engineering, or a closely related field, at the time of appointment.
• Demonstrate the ability or potential to teach and develop a variety of courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Perform professional service activities within and outside the university.

Qualifications

• A notable record of past teaching experiences and scholarly activity is preferred.
• Effective communication skills are required.

Skills

• Ability to teach a variety of courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Potential to perform professional service activities within and outside the university.

Benefits

The department provides a supportive environment for developing a visible and productive career and a range of progressive policies to support work-life integration.

Pay

The pay scale is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The schedule is flexible and tailored to the individual's needs.

To apply for this position, visit https://careers.wvu.edu/career-opportunities. Applicants must submit a cover letter that indicates the candidate's specialty area of interest, a curriculum vitae, a two-page statement of teaching philosophy, and the contact information for at least three professional references.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until filled. For further information, please contact Dr. Jason Gross, Chair of the MMAE Department, by e-mail (jason.gross@mail.wvu.edu), or visit our website at https://mmae.statler.wvu.edu/.