Overview:
The School of Computing and Engineering at Quinnipiac University
seeks highly qualified applicants who are committed to excellence
in teaching for part-time faculty openings in Mechanical
Engineering for the Spring 2027 semester and beyond. The school is
looking to hire part-time faculty for the spring semester as well
as maintain a pool of candidates should additional part-time
openings arise.
About the School/Program:
The School of Computing and Engineering offers undergraduate
degrees in civil, industrial, mechanical and software engineering,
as well as AI & computing and computer science. It also offers
graduate degrees in computer science, cybersecurity, and
informatics. Dedicated to providing a first-rate engineering
learning experience for our students, the school focuses on
high-quality instruction, and offers hands-on training, applied
learning opportunities and meaningful student-faculty
relationships.
About Quinnipiac:
Quinnipiac University is a private, coeducational institution
located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from
Boston. The university currently has an enrollment of 9,700
students in more than 100-degree programs through its Schools of
Business, Communications, Computing & Engineering, Education,
Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing and the College of Arts
& Sciences. Our 20 Division I teams have achieved remarkable
success, boasting national and conference titles — including a 2023
NCAA national championship win in men’s ice hockey, a trip to the
Sweet 16 for our women's basketball team and NCAA Tournament
appearances by many of our programs. The Quinnipiac University Poll
is nationally recognized as a leader in public opinion research,
and the university is consistently recognized by U.S. News &
World Report and Princeton Review. The Wall Street Journal ranked
Quinnipiac #51 among the best colleges in the nation, and second in
Connecticut, for our exceptional graduation rate, salary impact,
learning facilities, career preparation and learning
opportunities.
The university is in the midst of program expansion and renewal for
both traditional and adult learners, the development of innovative
strategic partnerships, and recently opened South Quad with three
state-of-the-art buildings.
As Quinnipiac grows, the university remains guided by the core
values that define our community and shapes the experience of every
student and employee.
- We are fiercely committed to ensuring every Bobcat thrives. We
are a lifelong partner for every learner.
We passionately care about our community. Everyone should feel
welcome and valued.
We boldly shape our university's future. We will forge a path
of impact together.
These values are the foundation of who we are and reflect the
Quinnipiac spirit found across our campuses. For more information,
please visit qu.edu. Connect with Quinnipiac on Facebook,
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Responsibilities:
You will be responsible for all duties normally associated with
teaching as a university faculty member, including but not limited
to:
- Implementing common course syllabus, or developing and/or
updating course syllabus, as applicable. Posting the syllabus to
Canvas.
- Preparation of lectures, project, or other student
assignments.
- Presenting instruction based on the competencies and
performance levels of the course.
- Meeting all scheduled classes at the times published in the
course schedule.
- Notifying your department chair or program director in advance
and arranging for coverage, in the unusual event that you cannot be
present at a scheduled class.
- Checking Quinnipiac email frequently to stay current with all
communications. (This includes checking email for the five business
days after the final grade submission deadline in the event a
student appeals their final grade in your course(s) as permitted by
the Procedure to Appeal a Final Grade in the Catalog.)
- Completing mandatory training within the time frame identified
as defined by Human Resources. Examples include: Harassment &
Discrimination, Data Security & Privacy and Managing Bias.
The current spring semester openings are in day and early evening
on-ground sections (some flexibility regarding
offering time is possible) for the following courses:
- MER 340 – Manufacturing/Machine Design (3 credit) – This course
introduces machine component design and manufacturing, relating
fundamental engineering science to machine components. It covers
load, stress and strain analyses, and fatigue.The course
progresses to the study of machine component design, including
mechanical components such as linkages, fasteners, springs,
bearings, gears and shafts.
- MER 320 – Thermodynamics (3 credits) – This course focuses on
thermodynamics. It applies conservation principles for mass, energy
and linear momentum as well as the second law of thermodynamics.
Principles are applied to power generation systems, refrigeration
cycles and total air conditioning. Thermodynamic principles also
are applied to the automotive system to examine engine performance
(Otto and Diesel cycles) and to high performance aircraft to
examine the Brayton cycle.
- MER 330L – Introduction to Circuits Lab (1 credit) - Students
learn and practice hands-on techniques relevant to circuit
analysis, such as bread board prototyping, voltage and current
measurements, soldering, and basic data acquisition. All
experimental results obtained in the lab are analyzed in the
context of the theoretical framework presented in the course.
Additional openings for the spring semester and beyond include
foundation mechanical engineering course that include (but are not
limited to) the following course offerings:
- MER 210 (Engineering Mechanics/Statics)
- MER 220 and MER 220L (Mechanics of Materials)
- MER 310 (Fluid Mechanics)
Additional course and curriculum information may be found
atDepartment of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering – Quinnipiac
University Academic Catalog
Education Requirements:
- A minimum of a Master’s degree in Engineering or a related
field is preferred, although consideration will be given to
excellent candidates who possess practical experience or
professional licensure.
Qualifications:
- Ability to teach assigned courses.
- Teaching experience at the undergraduate level.
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively with individuals from
varied backgrounds.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Quinnipiac University is considering only those applicants who have
valid authorization to work in the United States. Quinnipiac
University does not sponsor employment based visas for this
position.
TO APPLY:
Applications must be submitted electronically and include a cover
letter indicating your interest and qualification for the position,
which course(s) you are interested in teaching, your teaching
availability in terms of days of the week and times for the
semester, and a curriculum vitae or resume including details of
teaching experience.
Consideration of candidates will begin immediately and continue
until the position is filled.
Quinnipiac University is an equal opportunity employer and
encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and
experiences. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and
respectful environment where individuals feel valued, supported,
and experience a strong sense of belonging.
Advertised: October 07, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:
