Visiting Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering

Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in Mechanical Engineering and related engineering disciplines.
• Teach foundational engineering courses such as Statics, Dynamics, Mechanics of Deformable Bodies, and Computer-Aided Design (CAD), as assigned.
• Develop and deliver high-quality instruction using effective and inclusive teaching practices.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate students on academic and professional development.
• Supervise and mentor Mechanical Engineering Senior Design (Capstone) projects.
• Contribute to ABET assessment, accreditation, and continuous improvement activities, including course assessment and documentation.
• Participate in student recruitment, retention, outreach, and other initiatives that support enrollment growth and student success.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to support the educational mission and strategic goals of the Department of Mechanical Engineering and the School of Engineering.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• Demonstrated teaching ability in mechanical engineering courses.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse academic environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in advising students.
• Experience with industrial collaboration at university setting.