Professional Practice Assistant Professor College of Engineering (Newark, Non-Tenure-Track)

The Ohio State University • Newark, NJ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Ohio State University at Newark invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track Professional Practice Assistant Professor position to support the Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology program. The appointment will be in one of the following departments: Integrated Systems Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, and will be funded by and located at the Newark campus. The ideal candidate should possess expertise in one or more of the following fields: Mechanical Engineering (design, analysis, optimization, manufacturing processes, materials applications), Materials Engineering (material properties, selection criteria, manufacturing processes), Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering (manufacturing processes, automation, systems integration, CNC machining, additive manufacturing, lean manufacturing), Robotics Engineering (industrial robotics, sensors, actuators, control systems), or Mechatronics Engineering (integration of mechanical, electrical, and computer engineering, embedded systems design, programming, sensor/actuator interfacing).

Requirements

• Master’s degree in engineering or engineering technology relevant to mechanical, materials, or manufacturing.
• Significant teaching experience in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or very closely related programs at the undergraduate level.
• Practical expertise in one or more of these disruptive technologies associated with Industry 4.0: Robotics and Automation, Six Sigma Principles, Additive Manufacturing (AM), Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR and VR), Digital Twins (DT).
• An ability to work collaboratively with faculty across multiple programs and departments.
• Experience in teaching and mentoring students in academic environments with varying populations.

Nice To Haves

• PhD in engineering or engineering technology relevant to mechanical, materials, or manufacturing.
• Knowledge about ABET accreditation procedures and deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver courses and laboratories in classroom, online, and hybrid formats.
• Engage in curriculum development to ensure programs remain aligned with industry trends, technological advancements, and ABET accreditation standards.
• Use activity-based pedagogical strategies to enhance student engagement.
• Perform research and scholarship related to Engineering Technology.
• Mentor students.
• Contribute to the creation and improvement of course content and laboratory exercises.
• Ensure students gain hands-on experience with modern engineering tools and practices.
• Contribute to the department and college through curricular committee work and other service activities.
• Participate in student advising and mentoring to support student success and professional development.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.
• Tuition assistance for employees and their dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level