Visiting Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering

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Job summary

Manhattan University’s Department of Mechanical Engineering invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor position beginning August 2026. We seek dynamic teacher‑scholars committed to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education, mentoring, and impactful research aligned with our teacher‑scholar model.

Candidates are sought in two primary areas: (1) Solid Mechanics & Mechanical Systems and (2) Thermal/Fluids Engineering.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Proven teaching experience at the university level.
• Commitment to an inclusive academic community and mentoring diverse students.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate (M.S.) Mechanical Engineering courses.
• Develop and maintain course materials, including syllabi, lecture notes, assignments, and examinations.
• Hold regular office hours to provide academic support and mentorship to students.
• Advise undergraduate students on course planning, academic progress, and career pathways.
• Participate in departmental and university service, including curriculum development, student outreach, and community engagement.
• Teach a standard load of 24 credits per academic year.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching experience

Mentoring

Communication skills

Education

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Position Description

Anticipated start date: August 24, 2026 (pending budgetapproval for 2026-2027 fiscal year)

Position Summary

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Manhattan University invites applications for one Visiting Assistant Professor position beginning August 2026. We seek dynamic teacher‑scholars committed to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education, mentoring, and impactful research aligned with our teacher‑scholar model. Candidates are sought in two primary areas: (1) Solid Mechanics & Mechanical Systems and (2) Thermal/Fluids Engineering. Within these core domains, we are particularly interested in applicants whose work intersects with one or more emerging areas, including Artificial Intelligence, Data‑Driven Engineering Systems, Sustainable Building Systems, Energy Infrastructure, Mechatronics, Intelligent Systems, Aerospace Propulsion, and Space Systems. This is an excellent time to join the Department of Mechanical Engineering. Having undergone significant growth over the last decade, the department has started to offer concentrations in Biomechanics and Aerospace, respectively, at the undergraduate level. These concentrations are in addition to the eight concentrations currently offered in the graduate program. This is an in-person, on-campus, non-remote position.

Job Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate (M.S.) Mechanical Engineeringcourses
• Develop and maintain course materials, including syllabi,lecture notes, assignments, and examinations
• Hold regular office hours to provide academic support andmentorship to students
• Advise undergraduate students on course planning, academicprogress, and career pathways
• Participate in departmental and university service, includingcurriculum development, student outreach, and community engagement
• Teach a standard load of 24 credits per academic year
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Hold a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a closely relatedfield
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in undergraduateand graduate teaching
• Show evidence of effective teaching experience at theuniversity level (e.g., instructor-of-record, teachingassistantships with significant responsibility, curriculumdevelopment)
• Exhibit potential for impactful scholarly work in one or moreof the targeted areas: Solid Mechanics & Mechanical Systems,Thermal/Fluids Engineering, or relevant emerging interdisciplinaryfields
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, with theability to mentor and support a diverse student population
• Be committed to contributing to an inclusive academic communitythat values equity, diversity, and belonging

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