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North Carolina Agriculture & Technical State Unive Teaching Assistant Professor - Mechanical Engineering in Greensboro, North Carolina
Description:
The primary responsibilities for this position include teaching undergraduate and graduate level courses, student orientation, student advising, student mentoring and recruitment, curriculum development, conducting scholarly activities, and all other activities. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, engaging in accreditation procedures, program assessment, managing online MS and PhD graduate programs, interacting and building relationships with companies, meeting prospective students and parents, and service to the department, College, and University as needed.
This is a 9-month non-tenure track faculty position to be hired at the rank of Teaching Assistant Professor, Teaching Associate Professor, or Teaching Professor.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit:
North Carolina A & T State University is a public land grant high research activity institution that is committed to dedicated teaching and learning, scholarly and creative research, and effective engagement and public service. The University enrolls over 15,200 students.
The College of Engineering, with over 2,800 students, has EAC ABET accredited undergraduate programs in Architectural, Bio-, Biological, Civil, Chemical, Computer, Electrical, Industrial, and Mechanical Engineering, as well as a CAC ABET -accredited program in Computer Science. On the Graduate level, the College has 8 Masters of Science Degree programs, and 5 Doctoral programs. The 5 research cluster areas of the College of Engineering ( COE ) are Autonomous Systems, Cybersecurity and Resilience, Energy and Sustainability, Healthcare Applications and Complex Systems and Networks. The College welcomes team members who thrive in an environment that embraces diversity and inclusion within the student body, faculty, and staff. Additional information about the College and the University can be found at www.ncat.edu/coe.
The Mechanical Engineering Department offers BS, MS and Ph.D. degrees. The department currently offers Bachelor of Science, Master of Science, and Doctor of Philosophy Degrees in Mechanical Engineering. In addition, the department offers a B.S. in Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering. The ME undergraduate degree program has an Aerospace Option for students who are interested in aerodynamics, aero-propulsion, avionics and aero-structures. An Honors program is available for those students with a strong academic background and research interest. Our faculty members and their graduate students perform research in such areas as materials, aerospace, structural health monitoring, thermal management, micro-mechanics and micro-fluidics, CFD , control systems, design, robotics and manufacturing.
Requirements:
Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or a closely related field (required).
Demonstrated teaching experience in the listed subject areas.
Strong commitment to student success and active learning.
Ability to contribute to ABET accreditation and curriculum development.
Preferred:
The ideal candidates will have practical industry experience in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field, prior teaching experience at the university level, and experience with students advising/mentoring and managing recruitment events.
More than three semesters of undergraduate teaching experience in aerodynamics, propulsion, thermodynamics, and nuclear systems.
Familiarity with modern engineering tools and hands-on laboratory instruction.
Special Instructions:
You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.
Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;
Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
Community Service Leave
Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
12 Paid Holidays
Teachers and State Employees Retirement System ( TSERS )
Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
Employee Assistance Program ( EAP )
Campus Recreation Center Discount
University Bookstore Discount
and more
This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.