The University of Cincinnati (UC) College of Engineering and Applied Science invites applications for multiple Professor – Educator faculty positions at the Assistant, Associate of Full Professor rank in the Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering (MME). Rank and salary will be commensurate with the candidate’s credentials.
The successful candidates will be expected to teach undergraduate engineering courses in the Mechanical Engineering Technology (MET) and Mechanical Engineering (ME) programs. Courses will cover topics such as mechatronics, robotics, mechanical systems design, motion control, and numerical methods and will be taught in an online and/or traditional classroom and laboratory setting. Responsibilities will also include participating in service-related activities such as editorial positions, student career mentoring, advising of student organizations, serving on departmental, college and university committees and performing outreach activities; etc.
In addition, the successful candidates may participate in curriculum and course development, including distance learning classes and e-learning experiences. Duties will also include advising undergraduate student project teams such as Robotics and Mini Baja and organizing and conducting technical workshops on behalf of UC for individuals in the Mechanical Engineering industry.
Minimum Qualifications: A Ph.D. degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field is required prior to the effective date of the appointment.
The Department of MME offers ABET accredited undergraduate programs in Mechanical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering Technology. The department also has graduate programs that confer Master of Science, Master of Engineering, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in Mechanical Engineering and in Materials Science and Engineering. For more information regarding the MME Department, please see the following link:
https://ceas.uc.edu/academics/departments/mechanical-materials-engineering.html
Application Process: Interested candidates should create an Applicant Profile at http://jobs.uc.edu (Position #54181) and upload a current CV/Resume and cover letter summarizing research and teaching interests. Under the ‘Additional Documents’ section, interested candidates should also upload a statement of research plans, a statement of teaching experience and philosophy, a diversity statement, as well as names and contact information for at least three references. Further documentation, including letters of recommendation and representative publications, may be separately requested by the search committee at a later date.
Review of applications will continue until the positions are filled.
The University of Cincinnati is a major research university in an urban and diverse community. The University’s research portfolio includes a broad range of activities spanning physical, social and life sciences, engineering, and medicine. These positions will provide an opportunity to form collaborative relationships within the college, across the university, and with regional industry.
The university boasts a student body of over 46,000 enrolled in over 370 programs of study and is the region’s largest employer with over 15,000 faculty, staff and student workers. The University of Cincinnati is ranked as one of America’s top 26 public research universities by the National Science Foundation. U.S. News has ranked UC in the Top Tier of America’s Best Colleges. In addition, Cooperative Education (co op) had its founding at UC in 1906.
The University of Cincinnati is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and military veterans are encouraged to apply. UC is an ADVANCE institution, with an NSF Institutional Transformation award to increase the participation and advancement of women in STEM academic careers and provide support throughout all phases of their career development. The University is committed to increasing the diversity of the UC community. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths or experiences in this regard.
The University of Cincinnati is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer / M / F / Veteran / Disabled.