Faculty Part-time - Mechanical Engineering

General Summary of Position:

The Department of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering at the University of Massachusetts Lowell invites applications for Adjunct Professors (who teach 1-2 courses per semester). The successful candidates will be expected to assist in teaching a range of classes that may include: ENGN 2050 Statics; ENGN 2060 Strength of Materials; ENGN 2070 Dynamics; MECH 1070 Introduction to Engineering; MECH 2010 Computer Aided Design; MECH 2020 Manufacturing Laboratory; MECH 2420 Thermodynamics; MECH 2960 Materials Science for Engineers; MECH 3020 Instrumentation & Measurement Laboratory; MECH 3110 Applied Strengths of Materials; MECH 3230 Control of Automated Systems; MECH 3610 Mathematical Method for Mechanical Engineers; MECH 3810 Fluid Mechanics; MECH 3820 Heat Transfer; MECH 4030 Thermal Fluids Laboratory; MECH 4230 Capstone; MECH 4250 Design of Machine Elements; MECH 4410 Thermo-Fluid Applications; MECH 4510 Dynamic Systems Analysis; MECH 4730 Design Theory and Constraints.

For a more detailed description of the courses, please visit: http://www.uml.edu/Catalog/Undergraduate/Engineering/Departments/Mechanical/Course-listing.aspx.

Lowell is committed to increasing diversity in its faculty, staff, and student populations, as well as curriculum and support programs, while promoting an inclusive environment. We seek candidates who can contribute to that goal and encourage candidates to apply and to identify their strengths in these areas.

Minimum Qualifications (Required):

• Applicants must have earned an MS degree in Mechanical Engineering, or in closely related disciplines, to be considered

Additional Considerations:

• College-level teaching experience
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to speak and write English clearly
• Ability to work effectively with students, faculty and diverse populations

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Review of applications will be ongoing. **This will continue to be an ongoing posting to develop a pool of applicants for openings as they arise.

This is a part-time, non-benefited, Union of Adjunct Faculty, Local 1596, UAW position.

Please include a CV, cover letter and a teaching philosophy statement to detail your previous experience with and approach to instruction and mentoring, and your interest in teaching undergraduate students. Names and contact information of three references will be required during the application process.