Faculty Specialist I - Lecturer - Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering -
Terminal 1/Year Appointment
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Position Details
Posting Summary
College College Of Engineering/App Sci
Executive Area Provost & VP Academic Affairs
Department Mechanical & Aerospace Engr
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number F335P
Job Type Non-Tenure Track
Pay Type Exempt/Salaried
Pay Grade FS1
Campus Location WMU-Kalamazoo - Main Campus
Salary Range Pay is commensurate with qualifications and experience, combined with an excellent benefits package.
Number of Vacancies 1
General Summary The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Western Michigan University invites applications for a full-time Faculty Specialist position. This is a teaching-focused position designed for a practitioner and educator who is dedicated to undergraduate instruction and student success.
We are seeking candidates to fill two specific but overlapping needs within
the department:
Aerospace Engineering Focus: Primarily responsible for teaching undergraduate courses within the Aerospace Engineering curriculum.
Mechanical Engineering Focus: Primarily responsible for teaching undergraduate courses within the Mechanical Engineering curriculum.
Major Duties
Teaching a full load of undergraduate courses, laboratories, and
recitations in their respective discipline (Mechanical or Aerospace
Engineering).
Developing and updating course materials to ensure curriculum remains
current with industry standards and accreditation requirements.
Mentoring and advising undergraduate students, including the supervision
of Senior Design projects.
Maintaining and managing instructional laboratories and equipment.
Participating in departmental, college, and university service committees.
Collaborating with faculty to support student recruitment and retention
efforts.
Opportunity to participate in collaborative research activities in the
department and college, though they are not required to develop an
independent research program.
Minimum Qualifications
An earned Master of Science degree from an accredited institution in
Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related
discipline, AND a minimum of five (5) years of relevant professional
expertise.
OR an earned Ph.D. (or equivalent) from an accredited institution in
Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related
discipline.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Desired Qualifications
Demonstrated experience in teaching at the university level.
Significant industrial experience in mechanical or aerospace design,
manufacturing, or analysis.
Experience with industry-standard engineering software and tools (e.g.,
CAD, FEA, CFD, etc.).
A track record of effective mentorship or supervision of student projects.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional Position Information
Western Michigan University offers generous benefits to its employees
including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance,
retirement, and tuition discount for the employee and tuition remission
for eligible dependents. To access information about the specific benefits
available for this position, go to: https: // wmich.edu/hr/benefits-
faculty
The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering offers ABET-
accredited undergraduate programs in Mechanical Engineering and Aerospace
Engineering, as well as Master's and Ph.D. programs in both disciplines.
Our faculty are dedicated to excellence in teaching and research,
preparing students for successful careers in industry, government, and
academia.
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
List of References
Optional Documents
Other
Teaching Philosophy
Samples of Teaching Materials
