Open Rank Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering Faculty

North Carolina State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina State University in Raleigh seeks a Teaching Faculty member to instruct undergraduate Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering courses, contribute to curriculum development, and advise students. The role emphasizes hands‑on laboratory experiences, active learning, and involvement in department and university teaching initiatives.

The successful candidate will hold a PhD in a related field and demonstrate proven teaching excellence at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, completed before the start date.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses.

Responsibilities

• Course Instruction: Teach undergraduate courses in core ME/AE topics including statics, dynamics, strength of materials, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, design and manufacturing, systems dynamics and controls.
• Curriculum Development: Collaborate to develop, revise, and improve course content, instructional materials, and labs to enhance student learning.
• Student Engagement: Provide academic advising, mentorship, and career guidance to students; promote student success and retention.
• Instructional Innovation: Incorporate active learning and modern pedagogy; engage in teaching initiatives across department and university.
• Service and Collaboration: Participate in departmental service, committees, outreach, and cross‑unit collaboration.
• Professional Development: Stay current with engineering education developments and pedagogical research.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum design

Student advising

Education

PhD in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

North Carolina State University in Raleigh seeks a Teaching Faculty member to instruct undergraduate Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering courses, contribute to curriculum development, and advise students. The role emphasizes hands‑on laboratory experiences, active learning, and involvement in department and university teaching initiatives.

The successful candidate will hold a PhD in a related field and demonstrate proven teaching excellence at the undergraduate and graduate levels.