What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Engineering Faculty position at Indiana Wesleyan University?
Mechanical Engineering Faculty
Job no : 494186
Work type : Faculty (Full Time)
Location : Marion, IN
Categories : Faculty
Job Title : Mechanical Engineering Faculty
Unit : IWU-Marion
Department : Division of Mathematics, Engineering and Computer Science
Campus Location : Ott Hall of Sciences & Nursing, Marion, IN
Summary of Position : Indiana Wesleyan University seeks applications for a Mechanical Engineering faculty on the Marion, Indiana campus. This full-time permanent faculty position will join the growing Engineering department educating students pursuing a BSE (Bachelor of Science in Engineering) degree with a specialization in mechanical, computer, civil, design, or electrical engineering. The ideal candidate will combine engaging teaching with scholarly endeavors, preferably involving undergraduate research and / or industry engagement. Candidates should possess expertise in the thermal-fluid areas of mechanical engineering and have the ability to teach courses such as fluid mechanics, heat transfer, thermodynamics, design of thermal systems, engineering materials, and senior design.
The Division of Mathematics, Engineering and Computer Sciences offers studies in Actuarial Science, Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Mathematics Education, and Statistics and serves approximately 120 students in these academic areas.
Applicants should show evidence of personal faith in Jesus Christ, full agreement with the Wesleyan-Arminian theology, and commitment to liberal arts learning and the integration of Christian faith and learning.
Starting Fall 2025 pending funding.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Teaching general engineering and discipline-specific engineering courses at all undergraduate levels
- Student mentoring
- Curriculum and laboratory course development and assessment in support of ABET accreditation
- Senior project supervision
- Community and / or industry engagement, and university service
- Scholarship and participation in professional organizations are expected and supported
- Teaching load is 12 credits per semester
Qualifications : According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.
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Diversity Statement
IWU commits to create a community that reflects kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment that exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member's earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement.
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
Advertised : 18 Nov 2024 US Eastern Standard Time
Applications close : 15 Mar 2025 US Eastern Daylight Time
