Instructor of Mechanical Engineering

This position is primarily engaged in teaching.
Hold at minimum the masters degree in the field of instruction. Preferably has completed most or all of the requirements for the doctorate or equivalent. Expected to demonstrate effectiveness in teaching (which include online course offerings and curriculum improvement initiatives).

General Description/Primary Purpose:

The School of Engineering is seeking a 9month nontenure earning Instructor of Mechanical Engineering. This position will report to Dr. Alan Harris Director of the School of Engineering. Position responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses mostly related to thermofluids laboratories collaboration with local industry and service to the School College of Computing Engineering and Construction and the University of North Florida.

Anticipated Start Date: The position is expected to begin on August 4 2025.

Working Hours: Varies

Supervision Exercised: This is not a supervisory role

About the Department: The School of Engineering at the University of North Florida provides highquality education in a studentcentered environment. The School offers undergraduate and graduate programs in various engineering disciplines emphasizes handson learning interdisciplinary collaboration realworld problem solving and cuttingedge research.

For more information about the department of School of Engineering visit Qualifications:

The candidate must hold a Masters Degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or closelyrelated field. The candidate must also demonstrate a record of laboratory instruction and development.

Preferred Qualifications / Skills:

Candidates with thermofluids laboratory teaching experience are encouraged to apply with preference given to those with experience in developing handson laboratories. The successful candidate is expected to collaborate effectively with current faculty demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching excellence and show a willingness to continuously learn and grow. Additionally the candidate should embody collegiality and actively participate in service and departmental governance.

Required Licensure:

N/A

Additional Application Materials Required:

Applicants should be prepared to provide the following required documents and information:

• Cover letter

• Current curriculum vitae

• Unofficial transcripts

• Names phone numbers and email address of three professional references

The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and as applicable U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials by the date of hire.

Additional Requirements:

Applicants may be required to upload additional documents based on their responses to the Foreign Influence Review questions.

• Passport (all pages including blank pages) and

• Form DS160 (if ever submitted. If not upload an explanation)

Application Review Date: Initial review of applications will begin on November 4 2024.

Job Posting Close Date: Open until filled

How to Apply: Applicants must submit an online application that includes all required documents and reference information.

If you have any questions about this position please contact Dr. John Nuszkowski at

Department

School of Engineering

Compensation

Negotiable

Equal Opportunity

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Statement(s) of Understanding

This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the Universitys policy this position may also require a credit check.

The holder of this position is designated as a Responsible Employee pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct sexual violence and child sexual abuse by or against any student employee contractor or visitor to the Universitys Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator.

Pursuant to Florida Statute 1010.35 this position requires additional information from all applicants seeking research or researchrelated positions prior to an interview or offer of employment. Applicants MUST fully complete the Foreign Influence Review section of their application. Additional documents (e.g. passport) may be required based on form responses.