Mechanical Engineering | Assistant Professor Tenure Track Spring 2027| I02574

Slippery Rock University; Slippery Rock (Butler County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Slippery Rock University invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering starting Spring 2027. The candidate will teach undergraduate courses across the curriculum, including CAD, CAM, MATLAB, Python, and LabVIEW, and establish an undergraduate research program.

The role includes student advising and participation in department/university service, with emphasis on ABET accreditation. A Ph.D.

Qualifications

• PhD in Mechanical Engineering or related field; PhD before Spring 2027 considered.
• BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Commitment to the education of diverse populations.
• Successful performance in an on-campus interview, including teaching demonstration.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses from fundamental engineering to upper-division Mechanical Engineering, including instruction in CAD, CAM, MATLAB, Python, and LabVIEW.
• Establish a productive undergraduate research program involving students.
• Advise students and participate in department and university service, including ABET accreditation maintenance.

Skills

Teaching experience

Diversity education

Evidence-based pedagogy

Effective communication

Education

PhD in Mechanical Engineering or related field

BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD

CAM

MATLAB

Python

LabVIEW

Job description

Position Details

Posting Number: I02574

Classification Title: Assistant Professor

Working Title: Mechanical Engineering | Assistant Professor Tenure Track Spring2027| I02574

Employee Group: Faculty

Bargaining Unit: APSCUF

Location: Main Campus

Department: Engineering

Employment Type: Regular FT

Work Schedule: Work hours vary depending on class times, office hours, and service commitments.

Position Summary Information

SRU invites applications for one full-time tenure-track assistantprofessor position in mechanical engineering starting springsemester 2027. This position will be responsible for teachingundergraduate courses from fundamental engineering courses to upperdivision Mechanical engineering courses including instruction inengineering software packages such as CAD, CAM, MATLAB, Python, andLabview. Additionally, they will be expected to establish aproductive research program that involves undergraduates, activelyparticipate in student advising and prepare students for asuccessful career, and participate in department/universityservice, including maintaining ABET accreditation. QualifiedCandidates have a Ph.D. in mechanical engineering or relateddiscipline. Candidates will also have a background inmanufacturing, mechatronics, and/or 3-D printing. Preferredcandidates will demonstrate effective use of evidence-basedpedagogy and showcase a research plan accessible to undergraduatestudents.

As a public comprehensive university and one of ten institutions inthe Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education. SRU is avibrant, student-centered community of learners and scholars. Theuniversity places a high value on the quality of the teaching andlearning experience with over 150 undergraduate programs and tracksand 40 graduate degrees and certificates. The University isselective in admissions and enrolls approximately 7,000undergraduate and 1,500 graduate students.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in Mechanical Engineering or related field. Candidates whowill attain their PhD prior to the start of the spring 2027semester will be considered.
• BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• The candidate must demonstrate a commitment to the education of diverse populations.
• Successful performance in an on-campus interview, includingteaching demonstration is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior Teaching experience in mechanical and fundamentalengineering courses
• Experience with CAD, CAM, MATLAB, Python, and Labview.
• Teaching experience or training in upper division mechanicalengineering courses
• Experience in teaching or training fundamental engineeringcourses
• Background in manufacturing, mechatronics, and/or 3-DPrinting
• Effective use of evidence-based teaching practices
• Research plan accessible to undergraduate students
• Prior relevant industrial experience and or professionalengineering licensure or progress towards licensure
• Experience in advising or mentoring students
• Demonstrated involvement in workplace or community

Respect for Individuals in the Community

Slippery Rock University provides an environment that respects, encourages, and promotes the talents and contributions of all. Slippery Rock University values a community with a shared sense of purpose, where people demonstrate mutual respect and appreciation. Slippery Rock University values diversity that honors and includes all persons regardless of age, creed, disability, ethnic heritage, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status in academic and extracurricular endeavor, in the working environment, and in the daily life of the university community.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, religion, age, disability, or veteran status in its programs or activities in accordance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Executive Director- Campus Climate, Culture, and Compliance

208 Old Main Building

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Slippery Rock University

Slippery Rock, PA 16057

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