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Vacancy TypeNon-Tenure-Track FacultyIs Internal Transfer OnlyNoWorking TitleLecturer & Facilitator of Mechatronics Engr. ClassesSalary RangeAnticipated Hiring Range$65,000 - $69,999Position Number00107661Work ScheduleSchedule will vary based upon the class schedules and needs of the program.Full Time Equivalent (FTE)1.00Department141601 - Engineering OnlineDepartmentEngineering OnlineJob City & StateAsheville, NCPrimary Function of Organizational Unit

The Office of Distance Engineering Education in the College of Engineering at North Carolina State University is the college’s outreach unit providing support for sixteen online graduate master’s engineering degree programs, two site-based BSE programs, three 2+2 site transfer program, and continuing professional development programs for distance students. Known as Engineering Online, this unit provides services for both faculty and students and works closely with engineering departments, other university units and representatives from the host institutions for the site-based programs in Asheville, Havelock and Wilmington.

Many years ago the College developed site-based undergraduate programs to provide educational opportunities for individuals to earn a BS degree in their home communities and help create a stronger engineering workforce in the state. One of the oldest programs is the mechatronics engineering program in Asheville, NC. A BSE program in Mechanical Systems Engineering is offered in Havelock and a transfer 2+2 program is also available at these sites as well as on the campus of UNC Wilmington,.

Engineering Online is responsible for the administration and delivery of classes to the sites in terms of budget, technology and equipment in studio classrooms, support services for both faculty and site-based students, and supervision of the NC State employees housed at the site-based locations.

Essential Job Duties

The position will be located in Asheville.

This position will provide instructional support for the joint Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSE) degree program in mechatronics engineering offered in partnership with the University of North Carolina at Asheville (UNCA). The selected candidate will work closely with the UNCA Chair of the mechatronics unit, other NC State personnel, NC State faculty teaching classes in the program, and various UNCA faculty and staff assisting or supporting the engineering program.

The employee will be responsible for teaching senior design classes each fall and spring semesters and the facilitation of engineering classes delivered synchronously and taught by the College of Engineering’s ECE, MAE and MSE faculty from the NC State campus in Raleigh. The Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSE) is an ABET accredited degree program.

The employee will report directly to the Director of Distance Engineering Education programs in Raleigh and work closely with the Director of the Mechatronics program in Asheville.

Other Work/Responsibilities

The employee may also be asked to teach special on site mechatronics classes as needed, assist with marketing projects, and serve as a mentor to the engineering students.

Minimum Education/Experience

• Because the BSE is an accredited ABET program, the minimum educational requirement must be at the master’s level.

*Experience in teaching or training of engineering students and/or or professional engineers.

Departmental Required Skills

• Ability to communicate clearly in both written and oral communications.

• Ability to work independently and as a team member.

• Experience in using engineering software, such as Solid Works, MatLab, Excel, etc.

• Proven ability to coordinate multiple projects, follow-through with projects and attention to detail.

• Strong commitment in helping students develop skills and competencies in engineering area to develop good work practices.

• Demonstrated ability to teach engineering concepts at the undergraduate level.

• Excellent managerial and organizational skills.

• Strong ethical principles.

• Ability to travel to Raleigh for meetings, if needed.

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

• Experience in teaching undergraduate students or adult learners in academic or non-academic settings.

• Employment in industry as a professional engineering or scientist.

• FE and PE licences in engineering would be helpful.

Preferred background in one or more of these areas in engineering:

Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Mechatronics Engineering

Required License or Certification

N/A

Special Instructions

Application must include:

Letter of introduction outlining experience and background related to this position.

Specific examples of teaching experiences and working industry that would apply to senior design classes.

Job Open Date07/03/2019Anticipated Closing DateIs this position partially or fully funded on ARRA stimulus monies?NoProposed Hire Date08/05/2019AA/EOE

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. If highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree equivalency verified at www.wes.org or equivalent service. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC 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.

Supplemental Question

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. How did you learn of this opportunity?
   • NCSU Website
   • NCSU Executive Search Services
   • Monster.com
   • CareerBuilder.com
   • InsideHigherEd.com
   • Other Online Job Board
   • Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
   • Job / Career Fair
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • Professional Journal
   • Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical)
   • Professional Organization
   • Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
   • NCSU Employee Referral
   • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other)
   • Other
2. If you selected "Other" for the previous question, please provide the source you learned about this opportunity from.

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * Do you understand that this position is located in Asheville, NC and not on the main NC State campus in Raleigh?

   (Open Ended Question)

4. * Please explain your experiences in working with engineering firms as an engineer or consultant that would add to the value of your teaching senior design classes.

   (Open Ended Question)

5. * Do you or will you by August 1, 2019, completed a master's degree in an area of engineering?
   • Yes
   • No
6. * How would you in 3-4 sentences describe the field of mechatronics engineering?

   (Open Ended Question)

Application Materials RequiredRequired Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Contact Information for References

Optional Documents

1. Teaching Statement
2. Brief Statement of Teaching Philosophy and Research Interests
3. Other Document (1)