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Clemson University MBA Programs

Lecturer - Mechanical Engineering

Clemson University MBA Programs, Clemson, South Carolina, United States, 29631

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Title: Lecturer – Mechanical Engineering Location: Clemson, SC Open Date: Oct 24, 2024

Description The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Clemson University invites applications to fill a full-time, non‑tenure‑track faculty position at the rank of Lecturer with an anticipated start date of Fall 2023 or earlier. Candidates with extensive practice and expertise in mechanical engineering may be considered for the rank of Professor of Practice. The position will be appointed with a one‑year contract, renewable annually, and with the promotion to Senior Lecturer after 5 years of excellent performance. Primary duties include teaching up to four courses, or equivalent, per semester and actively contributing to the undergraduate teaching mission of the department. In addition, part‑time positions may be available.

Qualifications The successful candidate must possess a Ph.D. degree or possess a master’s degree with at least 10 years of experience in Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field. The candidate must have a passion for teaching and communication skills to motivate over 50 students per class in a dynamic, interactive environment with an ability to engage students to effectively learn in a remote environment using virtual technology platforms. The successful applicant will be responsible for teaching courses in mechanical engineering on the main campus of the university and possibly some teaching at innovation campuses, such as CU‑ICAR in Greenville, SC. Highly desirable candidates will have expertise and interest in teaching fundamental mechanical engineering courses with an emphasis in the broad subject areas of thermodynamics, fluids, mechanics, design, manufacturing, or dynamic systems and controls. Preferred qualifications include experience in aerospace, robotics, power generation, HVAC, or other industry experience and a demonstrated record in engineering pedagogy. Applications from women, members of underrepresented minority groups, veterans, and persons with disabilities will be particularly welcomed.

Application Instructions Applicants should electronically submit a curriculum vitae, contact information for three references, and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) that includes a brief statement of teaching interest via Interfolio (http://apply.interfolio.com/136488). Applications will be reviewed when received, and the search will continue until positions are filled. Additional departmental information is available at: http://www.clemson.edu/ces/me

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