Job Details

Job Summary

The Paul M. Rady Department of Mechanical Engineering in the College of Engineering and Applied Science (CEAS) at the University of Colorado Boulder invites applications for a full-time Teaching Faculty for the Engineering Partnership Program (EPP) at Colorado Mesa University (CMU). This position is based at Colorado Mesa University in Grand Junction, Colorado and is anticipated to start in August 2026.

This position involves teaching undergraduate engineering courses which could include:

• Circuits and electronics for mechanical engineers
• Data analysis (statistics) and experimental methods
• Senior design/capstone courses
• Engineering electives aligned with program needs and applicant’s expertise

This position has responsibilities for teaching three upper-division undergraduate engineering courses per semester. In addition to teaching, responsibilities of this position also include:

• Serving on EPP committees
• Evaluation activities for program accreditation
• Student mentoring and advising
• Outreach and recruiting
• Professional development
• Fostering and maintaining relationships with industry

This position is anticipated to be hired at the Assistant Teaching Professor rank; however, qualified candidates may be considered at the Associate Teaching Professor rank.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

The University of Colorado Boulder is one of Colorado’s flagship public institutions and among the most research-active public universities in the country. The College of Engineering and Applied Science boasts top-tier rankings for both its graduate and undergraduate engineering programs.

Since 2008, the University of Colorado Boulder has offered accredited bachelor’s degrees in mechanical engineering at Colorado Mesa University through the Engineering Partnership Program (EPP). Students spend the first two years taking courses with CMU faculty, and the remainder of the program is taught on-site by CU Boulder faculty permanently based at CMU.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

• Teach three courses per semester.
• Provide service to the Engineering Partnership Program by serving on EPP committees, engaging in evaluation activities for program accreditation, mentoring and advising students, engaging in outreach, recruiting, and professional development, and fostering and maintaining relationships with industry.
• The typical distribution of work for this role is 80% teaching and 20% leadership and service.
• The selected candidate will be offered a multi-year contract which may be renewable; specific term length will vary based on start date.

What You Should Know

• The anticipated start date for this position is August 2026.
• The position is employed by the University of Colorado Boulder but based full-time on the CMU campus in Grand Junction, Colorado.

What We Can Offer

The anticipated salary range for this position at the Assistant Teaching Professor rank is $80,000 - $90,000 academic year salary. Qualified candidates will be considered for the Associate Teaching Professor rank. The full salary range is $80,000 - $105,000 dependent on rank. A relocation stipend is available within CEAS guidelines. In addition to a competitive salary, the University of Colorado Boulder offers gender-neutral paid parental leave; housing down-payment assistance programs; and a relocation and dual career assistance program; and teaching and professional development.

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit.

What We Require

Candidate must have earned a doctorate degree in mechanical engineering or another related engineering discipline; or a master’s degree in an engineering discipline and six years of industry or undergraduate teaching experience. For a candidate to be considered for appointment to the Associate Teaching Professor rank, the applicant must also have a minimum of 6 years’ experience teaching engineering courses at a higher education level and meet unit criteria at this level.

What You Will Need

Candidates should have strong connections to industry. Ability to teach both mechanical and electrical engineering courses.

What We Would Like You to Have

Experience in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related engineering discipline within an industry setting. A professional engineering license.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials as individual PDF files: 1. Cover Letter: A cover letter describing your interest in the position and summarizing your personal academic goals (1 page). 2. Resume/CV: A current curriculum vitae. 3. A Statement of Teaching Philosophy: A statement of your experience and plans for teaching and mentoring a diverse student body (2-3 pages). 4. Leadership, Service and Community Contributions Statement: In this statement, describe your leadership and service experience, and demonstrated ability to contribute to a supportive campus community.