"Assistant Teaching Professor - Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering"

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location 

Main Campus (BG), OH

Job Type

Full-Time Faculty

Job Number

BGSU00532

Division

Col of Technology Adm

Department

School of Engineering - Faculty

Opening Date

08/14/2024

Summary

The School of Engineering in the College of Technology, Architecture & Applied Engineering is seeking to fill a full time, non-renewable, non-tenure-track position at Assistant Teaching Professor rank, in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering program.

Information about Program and College 

The College of Technology, Architecture, and Applied Engineering is experiencing a significant growth in enrollment, especially in the School of Engineering (SOE). The SOE offers a range of undergraduate engineering programs including electronics and computer engineering, mechanical and manufacturing engineering, robotics engineering, and systems engineering. The SOE also offers four technology related undergraduate programs and three graduate programs including an M.S. in Logistic Systems Engineering. The SOE has about 1,000 students, 20 full time faculty and staff, and over $1.5 million externally funded grants from National Science Foundation, U.S. Department of Commerce, and U.S. Department of Defense.

As a Public University for the Public Good, Bowling Green State University is a comprehensive, high research university located in northwestern Ohio committed to driving economic and cultural vitality in the region and beyond. Through innovative teaching, research and creative activities, BGSU fosters a collaborative and inclusive learning community where inspired ideas, knowledge and achievements support the region, state and nation. Supporting student success and outcomes, more than 760 talented and passionate faculty members teach across all majors, with nearly 80% holding terminal degrees in their field. BGSU offers more than 200 undergraduate majors and programs, 17 doctoral programs, 57 master’s programs and a significant number of certificate programs.

Guided by Forward, the BGSU strategic plan, the University’s research and creative activities have resulted in a significant increase in extramural funding over the past several years. Committed to meeting workforce needs, BGSU is investing in in-demand academic programs. The University recently established a School of Nursing, School of Physical Therapy, School of Engineering, School of the Built Environment and School of Aviation. As a national leader in innovative partnerships, BGSU provides comprehensive and connected opportunities for its learning community in and out of the classroom. The University established the first-of-its-kind Resort and Attraction Management (RAAM) program in collaboration with Cedar Fair. BGSU also has strategic partnerships in advanced manufacturing, aviation, forensic science and engineering fields.

For the fourth year in a row, The Wall Street Journal ranks BGSU as the No. 1 public university in the Midwest that students would choose again. BGSU also holds the Wall Street Journal distinction of being the No. 1 university in Ohio – public or private – for student experience.

Essential Functions

- Teach and develop undergraduate level courses in mechanical design, CAD, modeling & simulation, and general engineering courses.

- Provide appropriate service to the department, college, university, and the profession.

Minimum Qualifications

- A Ph.D. degree in mechanical engineering is required.

- At least one year of teaching experience within the discipline including teaching assistant role.

Preferred Qualifications

- At least five years of teaching experience within the discipline including teaching assistant role.

- At least two years of industry/research experience within the discipline including internship.

- At least one year of online teaching experience.

Additional Information

Application Materials Required 

- Cover letter/letter of intent,

- Curriculum vitae,

- Statement of teaching philosophy,

- Unofficial transcripts for degrees completed,

- Sample student evaluations if available, and

- A list of three professional references with contact information

Unofficial transcripts of highest degree earned are required for candidates invited for in-person interviews.

Finalist will be required to submit official transcripts.

BGSU policy requires finalist to authorize and pass a background check prior to receiving an offer of employment.

Application Deadline 

The search committee will review applications until the position is filled; however, for best consideration, applications should be provided by August 19, 2024.

Salary & Benefits 

Competitive and commensurate with candidate’s experience and credentials. Full benefits package available.

Further Information 

Please contact Dr. Zahabul Islam, Search Committee Chair, School of Engineering, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH 43403, mdzisla@bgsu.edu.

Bowling Green State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer . We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Bowling Green State University, please call 419-372-8421 or email ohr@bgsu.edu.

Agency

Bowling Green State University

Address

1851 N Research Drive

Huntington Building

Bowling Green, Ohio, 43403

Phone

(419) 372-8421

Website

https://www.bgsu.edu/human-resources/careers.html