Assistant Professor - Mechanical Engineering Technology

Assistant Professor - Mechanical Engineering Technology

Wayne State University is searching for a Assistant Professor - Mechanical Engineering Technologyat its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Essential functions (job duties):

The Division of Engineering Technology (ET) at Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan, invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Mechanical Engineering Technology (MCT) program with a focus on design and energy systems at the rank of Assistant Professor to start in August 2024. Successful applicants should demonstrate a potential to develop and maintain application-oriented research and to excel at teaching and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students. Demonstrated interest and experience in alternative energy technologies will be a distinct advantage.

Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in the Division as assigned.

Engaging in scholarly activities in terms of publishing in refereed journals and conferences and seeking extramural grants.

Participating in course, curriculum, and program development.

Advising and mentoring students, providing career guidance, and supervising undergraduate research projects.

Participating in the program assessment and accreditation activities.

Participating in division, college, university, and community services.

Attending and participating in scheduled departmental meetings and functions.

Providing other support services to the department, college and/or university, as applicable.

Qualifications

Doctoral degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field.

Evidence of successful college teaching experience in MCT or related courses.

Evidence of research participation and dissemination of research findings.

Demonstrated or has the potential to conduct scholarly activities in an MCT-related field.

Preferred qualifications

Demonstrated expertise in alternative energy technologies. Prior university-level teaching experience in MCT or related programs. Demonstrated industry network and interactions with the related industry through training, practice, service, research programs and similar partnerships. Dedication to actively providing leadership to students through student club sponsorship, competition team coaching, organizing, and implementing similar student activities.

School/College/Division:

H05 - College of Engineering

Primary department

H0508 - Engineering Technology

Employment type

• Regular Employee

• Job type: Full Time

• Job category: Academic/Faculty

Funding/salary information:

• Compensation type: Annual Salary

• Salary hire maximum: TBD

Working conditions

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between WSU and the WSU Chapter of the American Association of University Professors, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

Job openings

• Number of openings: 1

Background check requirements

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.

Equal employment opportunity statement

Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. The university encourages applications from women, people of color and other underrepresented people. Wayne State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.