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Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Mechanical Engineering

Employer
Liberty University
Location
Lynchburg, VA

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Job Details

Posting Number:

F00126P

Classification Title:

Faculty

Disclaimer:

Liberty University’s hiring practices and EEO Statement are fully in compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the “religion” component of the employment discrimination laws for religious organizations (including educational institutions), and permits them to give employment preference to members of their own religion. Liberty University is in that category.

Position Title:

Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Mechanical Engineering

Does this position require driving?:

No

Job Summary/Basic Function:

JOB SUMMARY/BASIC FUNCTION:

This position teaches in the School of Engineering programs. Engineering topics include (but are not limited to) statics, dynamics, CAD/CAM design, thermodynamics, thermo-fluids, fluid dynamics, heat transfer, manufacturing processes, mechanics of materials, machine component design, and materials engineering.

Faculty will participate in the process of defining undergraduate engineering curriculum. In this capacity, faculty are expected to:

-Assist in curriculum review and development
-Develop laboratories to support engineering curriculum
-Create projects designed to enhance lectures
-Read and stay abreast of current topics in computer science and engineering,
-Develop syllabi and review textbooks for adoption
-Propose and develop new courses as determined appropriate by the faculty
-Actively participate in and support SACS and ABET accreditation preparation

Faculty are required by the university to:
-Teach contracted load
-Maintain office hours
-Mentor and advise students
-Keep timely records of grades, grade papers, and perform other administrative duties as needed

Faculty will perform other duties as assigned and actively participate in University assemblies and activities.

Applicants must demonstrate a personal faith commitment to the University’s evangelical Christian purpose.

Minimum Qualifications:

Candidates must hold a master of science in mechanical engineering.

In addition, an exemplary record of scholarship, external research support, and teaching is expected for appointment to a faculty position. Successful candidates will be expected to conduct research, teach undergraduate classes, and contribute to the Department’s service mission.

Applicants must demonstrate a personal faith commitment to the University’s evangelical Christian purpose.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to candidates with a terminal degree in mechanical engineering. Candidates with experience at the associate or full professor level will be considered, however, priority will be given to candidates at the assistant level.

Work Hours:

This is a residential position. Class schedules will be determined on a semester basis by department chair and dean of school.

Posting Date:

10/23/2018

Quicklink:

https://jobs.liberty.edu/postings/18903

Organization

Since 1971, the mission of Liberty University has been to develop Christ-centered men and women with the values, knowledge, and skills essential for impacting tomorrow's world. With a unique heritage and an ever-expanding influence, Liberty remains steadfast in its commitment of Training Champions for Christ. Read more about Liberty at www.Liberty.edu/AboutLiberty.

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