Visiting Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering

Manhattan College; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Manhattan University’s Department of Mechanical Engineering invites applications for a full-time Visiting Assistant Professor beginning Fall 2027. We seek an enthusiastic, dedicated, and highly motivated educator who is passionate about engineering education, student mentorship, and preparing the next generation of engineers.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, supervise laboratories and senior design projects, and contribute to curriculum development.

Qualifications

• Teach a range of undergraduate and graduate Mechanical Engineering courses.
• Support laboratory instruction and include hands-on experiments, computational tools, and design-based learning in coursework.
• Contribute to development and improvement of courses, labs, and instructional materials reflecting advances in engineering education.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Lead labs and senior design projects, including mentoring student research.
• Develop and enhance curricula and instructional materials to reflect industry practices.

Skills

Teaching ability

Technical knowledge

Communication skills

Collaboration

Student-focused

Education

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Manhattan University invites applications for a full-time Visiting Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering position beginning in Fall 2027. We seek an enthusiastic, dedicated, and highly motivated educator who is passionate about engineering education, student mentorship, and preparing the next generation of engineers.

The successful candidate will contribute to the department's undergraduate and graduate programs through high-quality instruction, innovative teaching practices, and meaningful engagement with students. We are particularly interested in candidates who can connect engineering fundamentals with real-world applications, integrate modern engineering tools and technologies into their teaching, and contribute to a collaborative and student-centered academic environment. This position offers an opportunity to join a dynamic engineering department that values academic excellence, hands-on learning, interdisciplinary collaboration, and strong connections between engineering theory and professional practice.

Anticipated opening for Fall 2027, pending budget approval (anticipated Spring 2027).

About the Department:

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Manhattan University is committed to providing a rigorous and engaging engineering education that combines strong theoretical foundations with practical experience. The department offers undergraduate and graduate educational opportunities and emphasizes engineering analysis, design, experimentation, computational methods, and problem-solving. Students are encouraged to apply their knowledge through laboratory experiences, design projects, research, and participation in engineering competitions and professional activities.

Faculty members work collaboratively to foster an environment that supports student achievement, technical innovation, professional development, and meaningful engagement with the engineering profession.

• Undergraduate and Graduate Teaching: Teach a range of undergraduate and graduate Mechanical Engineering courses based on departmental needs and the candidate’s expertise.
• Laboratory and Experiential Education: Support laboratory instruction and incorporate hands‑on experiments, engineering applications, computational tools, and design‑based learning into coursework.
• Curriculum Development: Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of courses, laboratory activities, and instructional materials to reflect advances in engineering education and industry practices.
• Student Mentorship: Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students, including those involved in senior design projects, independent studies, and research activities.
• Academic Assessment: Participate in student learning assessment, curriculum evaluation, and continuous improvement activities supporting departmental and accreditation objectives.
• Departmental Engagement: Collaborate with faculty and participate in departmental meetings, academic initiatives, student activities, and other service responsibilities.
• Professional Development: Maintain engagement with developments in Mechanical Engineering, engineering education, and relevant professional practices.

• A Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
• Demonstrated ability or strong potential to teach undergraduate and graduate Mechanical Engineering courses effectively.
• Strong technical knowledge in one or more core areas of Mechanical Engineering.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to student success, academic excellence, and effective teaching.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students in an academic environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate one or more of the following:

• Previous teaching experience at the university level, particularly in undergraduate and graduate engineering courses.
• Ability to teach across multiple areas of Mechanical Engineering, including thermal‑fluid sciences, solid mechanics, mechanical design, manufacturing, controls, or related disciplines.
• Experience developing and delivering laboratory‑based, project‑based, or experiential learning activities.
• Proficiency with modern engineering software, computational tools, simulation platforms, or experimental techniques relevant to Mechanical Engineering education.
• Experience mentoring student research, senior design projects, or interdisciplinary engineering teams.
• Experience integrating industry applications, engineering design challenges, and emerging technologies into classroom instruction.
• A record of scholarly activity, professional engineering experience, or technical accomplishments that enhance teaching and student learning.
• Familiarity with ABET accreditation processes and outcomes‑based assessment.