Assistant Professor, Manufacturing Engineering

Winthrop University • Rock Hill, SC

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About The Position

Winthrop University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Manufacturing Engineering to support the development and launch of its new Bachelor of Science in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering program. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses, develop innovative hands-on learning experiences, mentor students, and establish industry partnerships that connect academic learning with real-world manufacturing challenges. Areas of interest include advanced manufacturing systems, robotics and automation, materials science, electromechanical systems, industrial controls, and smart manufacturing. The candidate will also contribute to curriculum development, pursue scholarly and applied research, and support Winthrop’s mission of preparing graduates to meet the evolving workforce needs of South Carolina and the region.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a similar field.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness and a strong commitment to student learning and development, including interest in undergraduate research.
• Evidence of the ability to maintain an active scholarship agenda.
• Evidence of strong interpersonal skills and the ability to mentor students.

Nice To Haves

• Entrepreneurial and leadership spirit to help build Winthrop University’s first ABET-EAC accreditable engineering program.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses.
• Develop innovative, hands-on learning experiences.
• Mentor students and support their learning and development.
• Establish industry partnerships connecting academic learning with real-world manufacturing challenges.
• Contribute to curriculum development for the new Bachelor of Science in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering program.
• Pursue scholarly and applied research.
• Support Winthrop’s mission of preparing graduates to meet workforce needs in South Carolina and the region.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree