Open Rank - Robotics & Mechanical Engineering - #240982

Western Carolina University; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a dedicated faculty member in Robotics and Mechanical Engineering. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a transformative educational experience, engaging with students in both teaching and research. The position emphasizes project-based learning and industry engagement, preparing students for impactful careers. With a supportive environment and access to various resources, this is an exciting chance to be part of a growing program that values innovation and excellence in engineering education.

Benefits

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Tuition Waivers

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Community Service Leave

Group Exercise Classes

Discounted Recreation Center Membership

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in engineering discipline related to robotics.
• Commitment to teaching, scholarship, and professional service.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in robotics and mechanical engineering.
• Engage in applied research and student supervision.

Skills

Robotics

Mechanical Engineering

Teaching

Research

Education

PhD in Engineering

Job description

Open Rank - Robotics & Mechanical Engineering - #240982

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Application materials must be submitted online. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate has been selected for hire.

Please include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of scholarship plans, unofficial transcripts from highest degree earned*, and a list of three professional references with full contact information.

For questions or additional information please contact Dr. Hugh Jack at [e-mail]

*All applicants are required to submit an unofficial transcript of their highest attained degree, showing all completed coursework and the date the degree was conferred. The transcript must state "Degree Awarded," "Degree Conferred," or a similar phrase. For candidates who are ABD, please submit your most recent doctoral program transcript along with your master's degree transcript, if you hold such a degree. The master's degree transcript must have a notation such as "Degree Awarded," "Degree Conferred," or similar phrase, to verify it as your highest completed degree.

Posting Details

Posting Information

Western Carolina University continues to rank high on Forbes 'Best Employers' lists each year. Including:
* 2024 - Ranking in the top 8.5% on Forbes 'America's Best Midsize Employers' list, WCU was ranked 34 out of the top 400 employers across all industries.
* 2023 - Ranked in the top 20% on Forbes 'America's Best Midsize Employers' list, WCU was ranked 97 out of the top 500 employers across all industries.
* 2022 - Ranked 14th in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes 'America's Best Employers by State' list.
Western Carolina University is the UNC system's westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South.
Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans - eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.
Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employee may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Leave earning employees (staff and 12-month faculty) who work at least half of the working days of their first month of employment will begin accruing vacation and sick leave immediately. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.
WCU offers an abundance of training and development programs, certifications, workshops and conferences - many of which are offered free of charge.

WCU embraces its role as a regionally engaged university and is designated by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as a community engaged university. Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate a commitment to public engagement through their teaching, service, and scholarship.

A PhD or equivalent terminal degree in an engineering discipline closely related to robotics, such as mechanical engineering, prior to the starting date.

Posting Number	FAC781P
Quick Link for Internal Postings	https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/29463
Classification Title	Assistant Professor
Working Title	Open Rank - Robotics & Mechanical Engineering - #240982
Department	School of Engineering & Technology
About WCU
Position Summary	WCU is seeking faculty candidates in mechanical engineering or a related discipline with expertise in Robotics. The primary location of this position is the main campus in Cullowhee, NC. The College of Engineering and Technology (CET) at Western Carolina University (WCU) is growing! The University has received substantial support from the North Carolina legislature to expand engineering to meet the rapidly growing needs of the region and state. Our engineering and engineering technology programs feature project-based learning embedded throughout the curricula, preparing our students for professional practice and advanced study. Industry engagement is a hallmark of our programs, and we pride ourselves as having faculty with significant industry experience. Our culture embraces faculty-student interaction through experiences such as undergraduate research. We are committed to changing the lives of our students and their families through a transformative experience at our rural main-campus setting in the mountains of western North Carolina, and at sites in Asheville and across western NC. The college's programs are instrumental to the economic vitality of the region, and are advancing the university to be one of the nation's premier regional comprehensive institutions. We are creating leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs with the foundation and skills needed for transformative careers in engineering and beyond. We are recruiting faculty for several positions in engineering at the assistant, associate, and full professor ranks to join us as we enter this transformational time at WCU. Faculty routinely teach in multiple topical areas at undergraduate and graduate levels. This opening is a nine-month tenure/tenure-track position focused on Robotics and related topics. Summer opportunities for research, teaching, and other professional endeavors may be available. Rank will be determined at the point of hire. The anticipated start date is August 2025. Successful candidates will be committed to teaching, scholarship, and professional service. Applied research that engages students, especially undergraduate students, is a hallmark of our program. WCU's Engineering and Engineering Technology programs are accredited by ABET's EAC and ETAC, respectively. Successful candidates will be expected to support the University's external engagement mission and our Quality Enhancement Program (QEP). Applicants are encouraged to visit the WCU website www.wcu.edu to learn more about WCU and details regarding the QEP. Western Carolina University holds inclusive excellence as a core value, and we work together to foster a welcoming community, where all are respected and know they belong.
Carnegie statement
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications	Preferred candidates will have one or more of the following: Three years of relevant industry experience Professional engineering licensure and registration Research experience, funded grants, refereed publications, and undergraduate and graduate student supervision
Position Type	Permanent Full-Time
Number of Hours Per Week
Number of Months Per Year	9

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All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Additionally, the University promotes the realization of equal employment opportunity for minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans through its affirmative action program.
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Open Date	11/22/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants	Application materials must be submitted online. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate has been selected for hire. Please include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of scholarship plans, unofficial transcripts from highest degree earned*, and a list of three professional references with full contact information. For questions or additional information please contact Dr. Hugh Jack at [e-mail] *All applicants are required to submit an unofficial transcript of their highest attained degree, showing all completed coursework and the date the degree was conferred. The transcript must state "Degree Awarded," "Degree Conferred," or a similar phrase. For candidates who are ABD, please submit your most recent doctoral program transcript along with your master's degree transcript, if you hold such a degree. The master's degree transcript must have a notation such as "Degree Awarded," "Degree Conferred," or similar phrase, to verify it as your highest completed degree.
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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application


2. Curriculum Vitae


3. Teaching Philosophy


4. Other Document


5. Unofficial Transcripts


6. List of references

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