Instructor, Mechanical Engineering Technology

Middlesex College • Edison, NJ

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About The Position

Temporary opportunity beginning Fall 2026, one-year only

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Supports student learning by providing quality instruction for a wide variety of college-level Mechanical Engineering courses, including but not limited to:
Technical Graphics/CAD, Statics; Dynamics; Strength of Materials; Manufacturing Process; Kinematics; Fluids, Robotics, & Control Systems; and Senior Mechanical Design Project.
2. Establishes clear course objectives; engaging class activities; effective presentations of learning materials; fair grading practices; timely responses to students; and a positive classroom atmosphere.
3. Handles a teaching load of fifteen (15) contact hours per semester. Related responsibilities include maintaining five (5) office hours per week for student advisement and tutoring and participating in departmental, divisional, and College-wide activities, including those related to
maintaining the ABET accreditation of the Engineering Technology programs.

Requirements

• Master of Science degree in a relevant discipline from an accredited program
• College teaching experience
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

Nice To Haves

• An earned PhD degree from an accredited program
• Community college teaching experience
• Knowledge of the College’s mission and vision
• Commitment to a culture of assessment and evidence informed teaching
• Evidence of diverse instructional methods that address a variety of learning styles
• Evidence of incorporating digital technologies in both face-to-face and online/remote classrooms

Responsibilities

• Supports student learning by providing quality instruction for a wide variety of college-level Mechanical Engineering courses, including but not limited to: Technical Graphics/CAD, Statics; Dynamics; Strength of Materials; Manufacturing Process; Kinematics; Fluids, Robotics, & Control Systems; and Senior Mechanical Design Project.
• Establishes clear course objectives; engaging class activities; effective presentations of learning materials; fair grading practices; timely responses to students; and a positive classroom atmosphere.
• Handles a teaching load of fifteen (15) contact hours per semester.
• Maintaining five (5) office hours per week for student advisement and tutoring
• Participating in departmental, divisional, and College-wide activities, including those related to maintaining the ABET accreditation of the Engineering Technology programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time