Visiting Lecturer - Engineering (Spring 2027)

James Madison University; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

James Madison University invites applications for a Visiting Lecturer in the Department of Engineering, starting January 2027 and ending mid-May 2027. The position supports a project-intensive undergraduate curriculum with a 12 credit hour teaching load per semester in Statics, Solid Mechanics, and related labs.

The ideal candidate holds a master's degree in engineering with teaching experience; a PhD by appointment is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in engineering or closely related field with relevant professional experience.
• Preference for candidates with degrees in engineering.
• Experience teaching undergraduate engineering courses.
• PhD by the time of appointment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach anticipated undergraduate engineering courses: Statics and Introductory Solid Mechanics; Statics and Introductory Solid Mechanics Lab; Materials and Intermediate Solid Mechanics.
• Maintain a teaching load of 12 credit hours for Spring 2027.
• Opportunity for professional development within department, college, and university.

Skills

Teaching experience

Undergraduate instruction

Course development

Education

Master's degree in engineering

PhD by appointment preferred

Job description

James Madison University invites applications for a Visiting Lecturer in the Department of Engineering, starting January 2027 and ending mid-May 2027. The position supports a project-intensive undergraduate curriculum with a 12 credit hour teaching load per semester in Statics, Solid Mechanics, and related labs.

The ideal candidate holds a master's degree in engineering with teaching experience; a PhD by appointment is preferred.