Visiting Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering
Visiting Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering
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$ 83000 - 86000
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Job Description
Position Description:
The successful candidate will have a strong background in the area of solid mechanics (statics dynamics mechanics of materials and machine design). Teaching experience in other areas such as engineering graphics manufacturing and control theory are also desired. The successful candidate will teach and develop content for a range of undergraduate courses and laboratories in their area(s) of expertise. Union College has a strong record in undergraduate research and candidates will be expected to pursue a program of scholarly research involving undergraduate students. Additionally Union strongly values its liberal arts tradition and candidates who are willing and able to teach to the broader campus community will be given preference. A Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (or closely related field) is desired but applicants close to finishing their Ph.D. will also be considered. We strongly encourage applications from members of groups traditionally underrepresented in the field. Increasing diversity on campus is a key objective of this hire and a top priority for Union one that is integral to our mission of preparing students for a globally interconnected world.
About the Department of Mechanical Engineering:
Application Instructions:
Please submit these application materials in the following order as a single pdf file:
cover letter
curriculum vitae
teaching statement (maximum 3 pages) reflecting on your teaching philosophy and experience and providing information on how you can contribute to the diversity of educational experiences and offerings and engage with students with diverse skills or backgrounds including examples of your participation in specific activities
research statement (maximum 3 pages) including how you will conduct your research at an undergraduate institution and meaningfully include undergraduates in that work
If you are selected for our shortlist you will be asked to submit the names and contact information for three references who will then be asked to provide letters of recommendation.
Please contact the search committee chair Associate Professor David Hodgson at if you have any questions.
Compensation:
The annual salary range for this position is $83000$86000. Except for roles with a set rate of pay the wage/salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors including but not limited to departmental budgets qualifications experience education licenses specialty and training. The stated hiring rate/range represents the Colleges good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Location: Schenectady NY
We offer exceptional benefits including:
Healthcare Dental and Vision Insurance(Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts)
Free OnCampus Fitness Facility Access and Discounts for OnCampus Wellness Programs
Employee Scholarships toward Certifications Seminars Training and Professional Development
Pre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan
Salary Continuation Program in the event of Disability
Tuition Assistance Program for Employee Spouse and/or Dependents
Background Checks: In accordance with our background check policy finalists for hire will undergo a background check that includes education employment and criminal convictions.
EVerify Participation:Union College participates in EVerify and will provide the federal government with your Form I9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about EVerify and your Right to Work (Derecho a Trabajar).
Employment Type
Full-Time
