"Lecturer"

Lecturer

Company: North Carolina State University

Job Location: Raleigh, North Carolina

Category: Mechanical Engineering

Type: Adjunct/Part-Time

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Location: Raleigh, NC

Essential Job Duties:

The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE) invites applications for a Lecturer position. The primary responsibility of the Lecturer will be to deliver high-quality undergraduate and/or graduate instruction for the department, supporting teaching needs during the fall, spring, and/or summer semesters. Instructional areas may include core topics in mechanical and aerospace engineering, as well as emerging fields relevant to the department's strategic goals.

Applicants are encouraged to specify courses within the MAE curriculum they are qualified to teach or propose specialized topics aligned with their expertise.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and effective course content for undergraduate and graduate students in accordance with the department's educational objectives.
• Develop and prepare course materials, assignments, and assessments, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Provide mentorship, academic support, and career guidance to students.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to enhance and modernize course offerings, ensuring alignment with industry trends and research advancements.
• Incorporate innovative teaching methods and technologies to support learning styles and create a classroom environment.
• Participate in department meetings and contribute to curriculum development and program planning.

This is a part-time, contract position contingent on departmental needs.

Minimum Experience/Education:

• Senior Lecturer must have at least 5 years college level teaching experience and a Masters Degree or an equivalent degree in Mechanical and/or Aerospace Engineering or Doctoral degree or equivalent in the appropriate field depending on department needs.
• Lecturer must have Masters Degree or an equivalent degree in Mechanical and/or Aerospace Engineering or Doctoral degree or equivalent in the appropriate field depending on department needs and qualifications to prepare and deliver to student's in specialty college courses.

Required Qualifications:

• Excellent teaching ability.
• A commitment to the success of our students and programs.
• Strong foundational knowledge in mechanical and aerospace engineering or related fields.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex engineering concepts clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in developing and delivering innovative instructional materials, including the effective use of instructional technology.

Required License or Certification: N/A

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

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