Course Lecturer (Winter 2027) MECH 642 - Advanced Dynamics

1000scholars; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 15,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

McGill University invites applications for a Winter 2027 Course Lecturer in the Department of Mechanical Engineering to teach MECH 642 - Advanced Dynamics. The position requires covering all material as outlined and delivering lectures for 4 credits.

Ideal candidates hold a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering with at least three years of teaching or industry experience, strong knowledge of dynamic mechanisms, and excellent English communication.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of three years of teaching experience or in industry.
• Good knowledge of dynamic mechanisms.
• Demonstrated knowledge of spoken and written English.
• Understanding cross-cultural practices.
• Strong problem-solving skills and flexible approach to teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach MECH 642 - Advanced Dynamics (4 credits) for Winter 2027.
• Cover all material as written in the Course Outline.
• Deliver lectures and assess student performance.

Skills

Dynamic mechanisms knowledge

Problem solving

Flexible teaching

Cross-cultural awareness

Education

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Department of Mechanical Engineering

Faculty of Engineering

McGill University

Winter 2027 Course Lecturer Position

Deadline to Apply October 14, 2026

The Department of Mechanical Engineering is inviting applications for a course lecturer position to teach in Winter 2027. Please include your cover letter and Curriculum Vitae.

Course Lecturer MECH 642 - Advanced Dynamics (4 credits)

Instructor must cover all material as written in the Course Outline on the McGill Course Catalogue page, as follows:

• Variational methods. Hamilton's principle and equations of motion of engineering systems. Lagrangian formulations for discrete systems. Methods of discretizing continuous systems. Rigid body dynamics. Dynamic behaviour of linear and nonlinear systems. Response of engineering systems to deterministic inputs by classical methods. Stability of linear and nonlinear systems.

Teaching Qualification Requirements:

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of three years of teaching experience or in industry
• Good knowledge of dynamic mechanisms
• Demonstrated knowledge of spoken and written English.
• Understanding cross-cultural practices.
• Strong problem-solving skills and flexible approach to teaching.

Date:

January 5, 2027- April 30, 2027

Salary:

$15, 765 per course

Deadline to Apply:

2026-10-14

For any questions, please contact [e-mail]

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in English, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.

Hiring Unit:

Department of Mechanical Engineering

Course Title:

Advanced Dynamics

Subject Code:

MECH 642

Location:

ENGMD 276

Schedule:

Tuesday 5:35 pm - 8:25 pm

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [e-mail].