Undergraduate Mechanical Engineering Instructor

University-of-Mississippi; Mississippi; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) in Oxford, Mississippi invites applications for a full-time Instructional Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering. This teaching-focused, non-tenure-track appointment strengthens undergraduate instruction across core mechanical engineering topics, with emphasis on hands-on laboratories and active learning.

The successful candidate will mentor students and participate in program assessment.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or closely related discipline by the appointment start date.
• Evidence of effective undergraduate teaching in engineering or related areas.
• Ability to teach core undergraduate mechanical engineering courses and support hands-on/project-based learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate mechanical engineering and engineering science courses.
• Coordinate or support hands-on undergraduate laboratories with safety and equipment readiness.
• Develop, revise, and assess course and laboratory materials that support active learning and project-based engineering practice.
• Mentor undergraduate students and contribute to student success, retention, and professional development.
• Participate in ABET-related assessment, curriculum coordination, and other continuous-improvement activities.

Skills

Strong written and oral communication

Collaborative work

Inclusive education

Education

PhD in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

The University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) in Oxford, Mississippi invites applications for a full-time Instructional Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering. This teaching-focused, non-tenure-track appointment strengthens undergraduate instruction across core mechanical engineering topics, with emphasis on hands-on laboratories and active learning.

The successful candidate will mentor students and participate in program assessment.