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Faculty Part-time - Mechanical Engineering

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University of Massachusetts Lowell
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Job no: 522487
Position type: Faculty Part Time/Adjunct
Benefit Status: Non-Benefited - Union
Campus: UMass Lowell
Department: Mechanical & Industrial Engin
Salary: Salary commensurate with experience
Applications Open: Feb 21 2024
Applications Close: Open until filled

General Summary of Position:

The Department of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering at the University of Massachusetts Lowell invites applications for Adjunct Professors (who teach 1-2 courses per semester). The successful candidates will be expected to assist in teaching a range of classes that may include: ENGN 2050 Statics; ENGN 2060 Strength of Materials; ENGN 2070 Dynamics; MECH 1070 Introduction to Engineering; MECH 2010 Computer Aided Design; MECH 2020 Manufacturing Laboratory; MECH 2420 Thermodynamics; MECH 2960 Materials Science for Engineers; MECH 3020 Instrumentation & Measurement Laboratory; MECH 3110 Applied Strengths of Materials; MECH 3230 Control of Automated Systems; MECH 3610 Mathematical Method for Mechanical Engineers; MECH 3810 Fluid Mechanics; MECH 3820 Heat Transfer; MECH 4030 Thermal Fluids Laboratory; MECH 4230 Capstone; MECH 4250 Design of Machine Elements; MECH 4410 Thermo-Fluid Applications; MECH 4510 Dynamic Systems Analysis; MECH 4730 Design Theory and Constraints.

For a more detailed description of the courses, please visit: http://www.uml.edu/Catalog/Undergraduate/Engineering/Departments/Mechanical/Course-listing.aspx.

Lowell is committed to increasing diversity in its faculty, staff, and student populations, as well as curriculum and support programs, while promoting an inclusive environment. We seek candidates who can contribute to that goal and encourage candidates to apply and to identify their strengths in these areas.

Minimum Qualifications (Required):

  • Applicants must have earned an MS degree in Mechanical Engineering, or in closely related disciplines, to be considered

    • Additional Considerations:

  • College-level teaching experience
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to speak and write English clearly
  • Ability to work effectively with students, faculty and diverse populations

    • Special Instructions to Applicants:

    Review of applications will be ongoing. **This will continue to be an ongoing posting to develop a pool of applicants for openings as they arise.

    This is a part-time, non-benefited, Union of Adjunct Faculty, Local 1596, UAW position.

    Please include a CV, cover letter and a teaching philosophy statement to detail your previous experience with and approach to instruction and mentoring, and your interest in teaching undergraduate students. Names and contact information of three references will be required during the application process.

    Organization

    Working at University of Massachusetts Lowell

    Located in the culturally and historically rich Merrimack.

    Valley in northeast Massachusetts, the University of Massachusetts Lowell is a vibrant research university that offers its 13,000 students more than 120 bachelor’s, master’s, professional master’s and doctoral degree programs. Exciting opportunities in experiential and service learning, scholarship, community engagement, and international partnerships can be found across the Colleges of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; Engineering; Management; Sciences; School of Health and Environment; and Graduate School of Education.

    This is a time of unprecedented growth and opportunity at UMass Lowell. Student enrollment and retention have improved annually. Research funding and alumni giving have increased significantly and the campus has embarked on the construction of two new academic buildings: the Emerging Technologies & Innovation Center and the Health & Social Sciences Building.

    The University of Massachusetts Lowell is committed to increasing diversity in its faculty, staff, and student populations, as well as curriculum and support programs, while promoting an inclusive environment. We seek candidates who can contribute to that goal and encourage you to apply and to identify your strengths in this area.

    Mission Statement

    The mission of the University of Massachusetts Lowell is to enhance the intellectual, personal and cultural development of its students through excellent, affordable educational programs. The University seeks to meet the needs of the Commonwealth today and into the future and supports the development of sustainable technologies and communities through its teaching, research, scholarship and engagement.

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