Lecturer, Mechatronics Engineering Program

UM01 University of Maryland College Park (UMCP); Shady Grove (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland (UMCP) is hiring a full-time Lecturer for the Mechatronics Engineering Program at the Shady Grove Campus. This role involves teaching, developing curriculum, and mentoring students in research projects.

Applicants should have a Ph.D. in a relevant field and experience teaching at the college level. The salary range is $60,000 to $78,000, and the position remains open until filled.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in aerospace, mechanical, electrical engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• Experience teaching at the college/university level in mechatronics and/or robotics.

Responsibilities

• Teach 5–6 courses per academic year in the Mechatronics Engineering program.
• Develop curriculum, lecture notes, homework, and exams.
• Document course materials and archive them.
• Administer courses and complete grading timely.
• Support ABET accreditation and continuous improvement.
• Provide advisement to students and act as a mentor.

Skills

Teaching experience in mechatronics

Research mentorship skills

Education

Ph.D. in aerospace, mechanical, electrical engineering, or related discipline

Job description

Job Description Summary & Additional Information

Position Summary

The Department of Aerospace Engineering in the Clark School of Engineering at the University of Maryland is searching for a Lecturer in the Mechatronics Engineering Program at the Universities of Shady Grove Campus. This is a full‑time academic year appointment requiring instruction of in‑person lectures, laboratory experiences, and student competition teams. Mentorship of individual students on research projects is also encouraged.

Summer support may be provided for a suitable work activity if program funds are available.

Responsibilities

• Teach 5–6 courses per academic year in the Mechatronics Engineering (ENMT) program.
• Develop curriculum, lecture notes, homework, exams, and laboratory modules for assigned courses.
• Document course materials each semester and archive them in hard copy and electronically.
• Administer courses through ELMS, complete grading in a timely fashion (final grades within 48–72 hours after the final exam).
• Support ABET accreditation by providing evaluation materials each semester.
• Support continuous pedagogical improvement in the ENMT program.
• Provide advisement to students concerning progress in the curriculum.
• Act as an effective mentor to students in the ENMT program.
• Support recruiting initiatives for the ENMT program.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in aerospace, mechanical, electrical engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• Experience teaching at the college/university level in mechatronics and/or robotics.

Application Materials

Cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, and Statement of Teaching Interests.

Hiring Information

• Salary Range: $60,000–$78,000.
• Position is open until filled.
• Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background check.
• Successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (Form I‑9).

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

Title IX Non‑Discrimination Notice

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