Mechanical Engineering - CFS Professorial Faculty (2 positions)
About The Position
The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Brigham Young University is seeking up to two Professorial faculty candidates who will challenge our talented student body and contribute to our teaching and research initiatives. Professorial candidates in all areas of expertise will be considered. Successful candidates will be expected to develop an outstanding and impactful research program and to embrace the department’s focus on excellence in undergraduate and graduate teaching and mentoring. Professorial candidates will be hired at the assistant professor, associate professor, or professor level depending on experience. BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrines and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball).
Requirements
- Doctorate in mechanical engineering or closely related field.
- Willingness to fully support and participate in the ideals and mission of BYU.
- Strong research plan and record commensurate with experience.
- Desire and ability to effectively teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
- Relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of employment.
- Abide by the university’s Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards.
Nice To Haves
- Members in good standing of the sponsoring church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Responsibilities
- Develop an outstanding and impactful research program.
- Embrace the department’s focus on excellence in undergraduate and graduate teaching and mentoring.
- Challenge outstanding students to reach their potential.
- Support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrine of the affiliated church.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
