Mechanical Engineering: Teaching‑Focused Professional Faculty

Brigham Young University; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, invites applications for a Mechanical Engineering – CFS Professional Faculty position. The appointment will teach undergraduate courses, develop curriculum, mentor students, and support experiential learning within the department.

The role emphasizes teaching, with a teaching load of 65–90% of total effort. Successful candidates will participate in department citizenship, advising, and academic service, and align with BYU's mission and honor code.

Qualifications

• PhD in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field completed by the start date.
• Strong record of undergraduate teaching and a vision for curriculum development.
• Experience in experiential learning, mentoring, and department service.
• No expectation of externally funded research.
• Willingness to fully support and participate in BYU mission and honor code.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses and develop curriculum in Mechanical Engineering.
• Mentor students and facilitate experiential learning.
• Participate in department citizenship, advising, and academic service.
• Maintain professional currency relevant to engineering practice.
• Teaching load 65–90% of total effort; professional faculty have twice the teaching load of a Professor.

Skills

Undergraduate teaching experience

Curriculum development

Mentoring

Department service

Education

PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, invites applications for a Mechanical Engineering – CFS Professional Faculty position. The appointment will teach undergraduate courses, develop curriculum, mentor students, and support experiential learning within the department.

The role emphasizes teaching, with a teaching load of 65–90% of total effort. Successful candidates will participate in department citizenship, advising, and academic service, and align with BYU's mission and honor code.