Tenure Track, Assistant or Associate, Mechanical Engineering
About The Position
The Mechanical Engineering Department in the School of Engineering at the University of St. Thomas is seeking applications for a tenure track faculty postion at the assistant or associate level. This is an exciting time for growth in the Mechanical Engineering program at St Thomas, as we have recently moved into the new $110M Schoenecker Center with state-of-the-art engineering labs, including a prototyping center, robotics and automation lab, and an advanced materials lab, as well as an expansion of our Manufacturing & Machining Center. As a student-focused institution with a strong hands-on curriculum, we emphasize undergraduate and graduate education that provides technical excellence with a significant emphasis on real world applications. Successful candidates will be expected to develop and deliver an engaging set of courses in their area of expertise, as well as establish and maintain an active research program. The search will give special consideration in the areas of dynamics, robotics and automation. Applications from candidates with specialization in all areas of mechanical engineering are welcome. Faculty at UST have the freedom to grow and pursue excellence in their area of engineering passion as educators and researchers. The University’s location in the thriving community of Minneapolis-St. Paul provides a vibrant platform for projects in a broad range of high-tech disciplines. Join our growing team as we work with the next generation of engineers in an environment where interdisciplinary work, discovery and innovation is a way of life. Learn more about life as a faculty member at St. Thomas . The School of Engineering actively seeks to attract, retain and develop faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds to enhance the diversity of the learning community, and to offer our students richly varied perspectives. The University of St. Thomas embraces diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic. We are committed to building a skilled team that represents a variety of backgrounds and perspectives. This commitment is consistent with our mission statement: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. A successful candidate will have a commitment to the ideals of this mission.
Requirements
- A PhD (U.S. or foreign equivalent degree) in a relevant Engineering discipline is required, as well as a clearly articulated vision for advancing a research program. Alternatively, ABD will be considered.
- For candidates who are nearing the completion of their PhD, a timeline for Ph.D. completion will be discussed during the interview process and agreed upon prior to extension of an offer.
- All applicants must have demonstrable skills necessary for excellence in teaching.
- For candidates whose primary experience is in the engineering industry (outside of academia), skill in teaching may be demonstrated based on other professional experiences which require leadership, mentorship and presentation skills.
Responsibilities
- develop and deliver an engaging set of courses in their area of expertise
- establish and maintain an active research program
Benefits
- Tuition remission benefits for employees, spouses, and dependents upon eligibility
- A generous employer retirement contribution upon eligibility
- Medical, dental, and vision options
- Employer-paid disability, life, and AD&D benefits
- Paid parental leave benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
