Lecturer - Mechanical Engineering

Santa Clara University; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 101,335 - 112,642; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Participation in university events

Job summary

Santa Clara University is seeking a full-time Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering starting Fall 2026. The successful candidate will introduce engineering students to the field through engaging teaching and meaningful design projects.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in mechanical engineering or a related field, with a strong emphasis on excellence in teaching and the ability to cover various engineering subjects. The role involves teaching courses, supervising students, and engaging in department activities.

Qualifications

• Earned a Ph.D. in mechanical engineering or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching engineering students.
• Ability to teach effectively in subjects like Mechanical Design, Manufacturing, and Thermofluids.

Responsibilities

• Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, coordinating with faculty and teaching assistants.
• Preparing and conducting all assigned class meetings and grading assignments.
• Maintaining office hours and supporting student learning.

Skills

Excellence in teaching engineering students

Mechanical Design

Manufacturing

Thermofluids

Engineering Mathematics

Education

Ph.D. in mechanical engineering or closely related field

Job description

Position Title

Lecturer - Mechanical Engineering

Position Type

Fixed Term

Salary Range

$101,335.00 - $112,642.00 for a full 9 CE teaching load; benefits eligible.

Purpose

The Mechanical Engineering Department at Santa Clara University (SCU) invites applications for a full‑time Lecturer position beginning Fall 2026. The successful candidate will introduce engineering students to the excitement and opportunities of engineering through engaging pedagogy and meaningful design experiences.

Basic Qualifications

Earned a Ph.D. in mechanical engineering or a closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching engineering students and understanding of the Santa Clara teaching model.
• Ability and desire to teach effectively in one or more areas such as Mechanical Design, Manufacturing, Instrumentation, Thermofluids, HVAC Systems, Dynamics, Vibrations, Controls, Engineering Mathematics and Computation, and/or Aerospace Engineering.
• Ability and desire to supervise capstone design projects and/or contribute to the management and enhancement of laboratory courses.
• Experience in course or program development, especially curricula involving undergraduate students, design‑oriented activities, and/or engineering fundamentals.

Responsibilities / Teaching Duties

• Teaching undergraduate courses, undergraduate laboratories, and graduate courses, coordinating closely with faculty and teaching assistants.
• Teaching 5 to 9 course equivalents (CE) annually, adjusted based on expertise and department need.
• Preparing for and conducting all assigned class meetings, including laboratory sessions, assessing and grading assignments and exams.
• Assigning and evaluating student work appropriately.
• Being available to students for consultation outside of class, maintaining weekly office hours and actively supporting student learning.
• Submitting electronic copies of each syllabus, including approved expected learning outcomes and examinations to the Chair of Mechanical Engineering.
• Assigning student grades appropriately and submitting them to the Office of Student Records by the designated deadline; complying with university and school policies.
• Conducting course assessments as required by the department.
• Fulfilling other instructional or academic duties as assigned by the Chair of Mechanical Engineering or by the Dean of Engineering.

Duties

• Attending department and school meetings, including meetings, committee service, and university events such as Preview Day, Open House, and Senior Project Presentations.
• Advising students.
• Supporting assessment activities, managing lab spaces.
• Developing equipment and experiments.
• Supporting interactions with the technical community.
• Participating and promoting research activity.

EEO Statement

Santa Clara University is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy or related conditions, reproductive health decision‑making, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. For a complete copy of Santa Clara University's equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policies, please visit https://www.scu.edu/title-ix/.