Professor of Mechanical Engineering (Open Rank)

Posting Details Posting Number:
F000166

Posting Type:
External - Open to All Applicants

Job Title:
Professor of Mechanical Engineering (Open Rank)

Position Title:
Professor of Mechanical Engineering (Open Rank)

Classification:
3

Position Type:
Full-Time Faculty

Department:
Mechanical Engineering

Benefits Summary:
Benefit package includes: Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription insurance, Life insurance, Workers Compensation insurance, Unemployment insurance, and Total Disability insurance. Retirement: The University contributes 4% of the regular salary with up to 3% of additional matched contributions into the TIAA Retirement Program. Other benefits include tuition remission for employee, spouse, and employees dependent children under the age of 25 (this does not include the last two year of the PharmD program or the JD), and twenty days of paid medical leave per year.

Job Summary:
This position will support our broad undergraduate mechanical engineering program, as well as the aerospace concentration available to students majoring in mechanical engineering.

Scope:
We are seeking a talented individual who is passionate about teaching and is invested in the success of our students. If you would like to be a part of a professional, collaborative team devoted to making a significant and lasting impact on the lives of young engineers, the Dr. Carl D. and H. Jane Clay Department of Mechanical Engineering at Ohio Northern University invites you to apply for a tenure track faculty position to begin August 20, 2024.

The appointment may be made at the Assistant, Associate, or Professor level commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Review of applications will begin November 3, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled.

Candidates from any specialty area within mechanical or aerospace engineering will be considered. Candidates with teaching interests in Aerospace applications, including dynamics, guidance and control, autonomy, robotics/Mechatronics, thermal-fluids, propulsion, manufacturing/quality, or design, as well as those with experience in the aeronautical or space industries, are encouraged to apply.

Questions concerning the position should be referred to Dr. J. Blake Hylton, Associate Professor and Chair, Mechanical Engineering Department, ... . Further information about the University is available at .

Principal Responsibilities:
Expectations include actively pursuing scholarly research and professional development opportunities. Teaching of introductory, college-wide courses as well as upper-level mechanical engineering courses, especially in areas supporting the aerospace concentration within the mechanical engineering program, is expected.

Required Skills:
Industry experience, teaching experience, and professional licensure will be viewed favorably.

Candidates should be committed to advancing the knowledge and practice of engineering pedagogy.

Applicants must also possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Minimum Qualifications:
A Ph.D. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or a related field such as Engineering Education (with a prior degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering) is required, with all degree requirements completed before the date of employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

EEO Statement:
ONU is an equal employment opportunity employer. Accordingly, no person shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, transgender status, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all areas of employment including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, separation and other terms, condition and privileges of employment. ONU celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment.

College Description:
Ohio Northern University ( ONU ) is proud to be a place where the learning, development, and welfare of its students are the highest priorities of the institution. ONU offers an academic experience that starts with a university-wide focus on relationships, individual development, and guaranteed personal attention for our students.

The T. J. Smull College of Engineering is an undergraduate-only program that values the development of strong relationships between students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Faculty are encouraged to provide unique educational opportunities that fully develop individual students into practicing engineers and computer scientists. Our faculty members encourage students to ask questions, develop confidence in their abilities, develop an entrepreneurial mindset, and engage in high-impact learning opportunities such as undergraduate research, service learning, and engineering competition teams. Our award-winning 105,000 square foot building accommodates our ongoing growth and provides great opportunities for high-impact learning.

Appointment Length:
9-months

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled:
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:
In the statement of teaching philosophy, also discuss how you would or have supported a classroom of diverse students.

Status:
Full-Time