Part-time Lecturer - Mechanical Engineering

The University of Texas at Dallas; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Dallas is seeking a Part-time Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering to teach undergraduate and graduate courses for the upcoming term. Appointments carry no guarantee of renewal or tenure.

A graduate degree and a proven record of achievement are required. Responsibilities include preparing and teaching courses, maintaining student contact both in class and via eLearning, and contributing assessment data as requested by the department.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree appropriate to the academic discipline/topic.
• Record of productivity and professional achievement.
• Ability to teach undergraduate and/or graduate sections.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach undergraduate classes and/or labs.
• Maintain contact with student population in the classroom and via electronic learning platforms (eLearning).
• Contribute assessment information and data as requested through the administration and the Assessment Team.
• Participate in course evaluation surveys.

Education

Earned graduate degree

Tools

eLearning platforms

Job description

Part-time Lecturer - Mechanical Engineering

Position Title Part-time Lecturer - Mechanical Engineering

Functional Title

Functional Title Part-time Lecturer - Mechanical Engineering

Department

Department Mechanical Engineering

Salary Range

Salary Range DOQ

Pay Basis

Pay Basis Monthly

Position Status

Position Status Temporary

Location

Position End Date (if temporary)

Position End Date (if temporary) 12/31/2026

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 08/18/2026

Posting Close Date

Posting Close Date 07/31/2027

Open Until Filled Yes

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 08/24/2026

Job Summary

Lecturers teach one or more undergraduate and/or graduate sections in a given term. Appointments carry no guarantee or expectation of renewal or tenure.

Minimum Education and Experience

An earned graduate degree appropriate to the academic discipline/topic and a record of productivity and professional achievement.

Preferred Education and Experience

Other Qualifications

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Prepare and teach undergraduate classes and/or labs;
Maintain contact with student population in the classroom and via electronic learning platforms (eLearning);
Contribute assessment information and data as requested through the administration and the Assessment Team;
Participate in course evaluation surveys.

Physical Activities

Working Conditions

Additional Information

Special Instructions Summary

1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.
2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator . For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator .

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you learn of this employment opportunity?
  • Governmental Agency Job Posting
  • University's Job Posting
  • Agency Referral
  • Advertisement in The Chronicle of Higher Education
  • Advertisement in a Publication or Journal in my Academic Discipline
  • Personal Referral
  • Another Website
  • Other
• * Which most accurately describes your highest earned degree?
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
  • Doctor of Education (EdD)
  • Other Doctoral Degree (DSci, DAud, MD, etc.)
  • Specialist's Degree (EdS)
  • Professional Degree
  • Juris Doctor
  • Master's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Associate's Degree
  • Certificate
• * In which Academic Discipline is your highest earned degree?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * In what areas do you hold any additional licenses or certifications valid in the State of Texas?

  (Open Ended Question)

Required Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Teaching Philosophy
• Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

• Other Document
• Veteran Employment Preference - Form DD-214
• Other Document

Human Resources,
800 West Campbell Road, AD3.418
Richardson,
TX 75080-3021