Asst. Professor - Mechanical Engineering teaches courses in the discipline area of mechanical engineering. Develops and designs curriculum plans to foster student learning, stimulate class discussions, and ensures student engagement. Being an Asst. Professor - Mechanical Engineering provides tutoring and academic counseling to students, maintains classes related records, and assesses student coursework. Collaborates and supports colleagues regarding research interests and co-curricular activities. Additionally, Asst. Professor - Mechanical Engineering typically reports to a department head. Requires a PhD or terminal degree appropriate to the field. Has experience and is qualified to teach at undergraduate and graduate levels and contributes to research In a specialized field. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The School of Science, Engineering, and Technology (SET) at St. Mary's University, a private, four-year Catholic Marianist University located in San Antonio, Texas, invites nominations and applications for two tenure-line positions (9-month contract) the assistant/associate/or professor rank in mechanical engineering. We are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive academic environment and strongly encourage applications from candidates who self-identify with a background historically underrepresented in Mechanical Engineering. Candidates should have the ability to teach a broad range of courses across the mechanical engineering discipline The position will be available beginning in the Spring semester 2025. Candidates seeking appointment at the associate professor or professor ranks must present a record of achievement commensurate with the University's criteria for ranked appointment. This position requires a Ph.D. in mechanical engineering or a closely related discipline and a commitment to excellence in teaching, research, program development and evaluation, teamwork, and service.
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About the Department of Engineering:
The Engineering Department houses six other engineering majors in addition to mechanical engineering. The position also provides support to the other engineering majors within the Department. For more information, visit www.stmarytx.edu/engineering. Opportunities for multi-disciplinary research exist within the Department and across the School of Science, Engineering and Technology. The successful candidate will actively contribute to the Mission of St. Mary's University (refer to https://www.stmarytx.edu/about). In particular, the successful candidate will teach effectively, establish a strong, funded, research program with involvement of undergraduate students leading to publications in refereed journals or peer-reviewed conferences, work inclusively with a diverse student body, faculty and staff colleagues in a multicultural environment, and participate in all aspects of the department's activities. Strong oral and written communication skills are essential.
About St. Mary's University:
St. Mary's University, as a Catholic Marianist University, fosters the formation of people in faith and educates leaders for the common good through community, integrated liberal arts and professional education, and academic excellence: www.stmarytx.edu/about. St. Mary's is the oldest Catholic university in the Southwest and continues to advocate the Marianist mission. St. Mary's enrolls approximately 3500 students in a diverse university with four schools, more than 40 academic programs including Ph.D. and J.D. programs, and numerous pre-professional programs. The successful candidate is expected to support and contribute to the University's Marianist educational mission
The online application form to apply for this position can be found at https://stmarytx.applicantpro.com/jobs/ . Applicants should electronically submit the employment application, a curriculum vita, teaching and research interest statement, evidence of experience with laboratory equipment in the areas of emphasis, and names and contact information of at least three references. Please address all documentation to Chair of the Engineering Search Committee. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a suitable candidate is identified. The salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience and is accompanied by a strong benefits package. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a clear background check.
St. Mary's University is a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to furthering diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourages all qualified candidates apply.