What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electromechanical (Mechatronics) Full-Time Tenure Track Faculty - Onondaga Community College position at Onondaga Community College?
Location: Syracuse, NY Category: Faculty Posted On: Wed Mar 12 2025 Job Description:
BROAD FUNCTION:
The Engineering Science and Technology Department has a full-time tenure track faculty position open. Major responsibilities of this position include college-level teaching of Electrical and Electromechanical (Mechatronics) courses and laboratories in content areas such as circuit design and analysis, digital electronics, microprocessor, programmable logic controllers, robotics (FANUC and UR), industrial automation, motion and motor control, project management, and other typical electromechanical technical areas. Additional responsibilities include academic advising, curriculum development, participation on committees, and collaboration with colleagues to assess student learning outcomes.
The successful candidate will be qualified to teach several of the following classes and labs:
ELT 141 Circuits 1 (classes and labs)
ELT 142 Circuits 2 (classes and labs)
ELT 161 Electronics 1 (classes and labs)
ELT 261 Electronics 2 (classes and labs)
ELT 171 Digital Electronics (classes and labs)
ELT-215 Programmable Logic Controllers
ELT 271 Introduction to Microprocessors (classes and labs)
ELM 105 Introduction to Mechanisms
ELM 106 Introduction to Industrial Tools
ELM 109 Introduction to Programming
ELM-111 Introduction to Industrial Automation
ELM-112 Motors & Motion
ELM-231 Industrial Robotics I
ELM-232 Industrial Robotics II
Other technical courses as necessary
See: Electromechanical Technology A.A.S. | Electrical Technology A.A.S. | Mechanical Technology A.A.S.
Knowledge of electromechanical applications in demand by local industry is also valued, including, but not limited to: hydraulics & pneumatics, robotics, soldering & electronic assembly, electrical test & measurement, mechanical assembly techniques, motors & controllers, sensors & machine vision, and industrial control systems.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Be responsive to student questions and available for student support.
Use appropriate technology to enhance learning.
Assess learning outcomes and adapt curriculum to meet learning objectives.
Demonstrate insight and encouragement in working with diverse student populations, especially students traditionally underrepresented in higher education.
Provide appropriate academic advising to students to support timely degree completion.
Be innovative in the presentation of lectures and hands-on learning activities that achieve learning outcomes.
Provide timely feedback on students' assignments and exams throughout each semester.
Be accountable to meet the needs of the Department and the College, including timely submission of grades and other required materials.
Job Requirements:
Appointment at the Rank of Instructor:
Associate degree in the subject areas of Mechanical Technology, Electrical Technology, Mechatronics, or closely-allied field;
Industry-recognized professional license or certification; and
Minimum of five years of full-time related industry experience.
Appointment at the Rank of Assistant Professor:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or closely-allied field;
Industry-recognized professional license or certification.
Minimum of three years of full-time employment in Engineering or closely allied field.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Background in teaching college level courses.
Demonstrated connections with local industry.
Industrial Experience:
Robotics
FANUC, Universal Robots
Automation
PLC Motors & motion control
Bilingual in Spanish & English (English and another language also will be considered).
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project);
Additional Information:
The 2025-2026 starting salary for the rank of Instructor is $53,045 and Assistant Professor is $59,676.
Onondaga Community College offers a generous and competitive benefits package including:
New York State Teacher's Retirement System or TIAA enrollment
Excellent health and dental insurance plans (qualifying domestic partner included)
The position also offers an attractive academic year schedule with opportunities for additional work during off-hand periods consistent with student enrollment needs and workforce development opportunities.
During each fall and spring semester, teaching typically occurs Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 10:30 pm. Schedules, including required office hours, are selected in advance for each semester. Additional opportunities include potential summer coursework and workforce development offerings.
This is an on-site, in person teaching position.
BROAD FUNCTION:
The Engineering Science and Technology Department has a full-time tenure track faculty position open. Major responsibilities of this position include college-level teaching of Electrical and Electromechanical (Mechatronics) courses and laboratories in content areas such as circuit design and analysis, digital electronics, microprocessor, programmable logic controllers, robotics (FANUC and UR), industrial automation, motion and motor control, project management, and other typical electromechanical technical areas. Additional responsibilities include academic advising, curriculum development, participation on committees, and collaboration with colleagues to assess student learning outcomes.
The successful candidate will be qualified to teach several of the following classes and labs:
ELT 141 Circuits 1 (classes and labs)
ELT 142 Circuits 2 (classes and labs)
ELT 161 Electronics 1 (classes and labs)
ELT 261 Electronics 2 (classes and labs)
ELT 171 Digital Electronics (classes and labs)
ELT-215 Programmable Logic Controllers
ELT 271 Introduction to Microprocessors (classes and labs)
ELM 105 Introduction to Mechanisms
ELM 106 Introduction to Industrial Tools
ELM 109 Introduction to Programming
ELM-111 Introduction to Industrial Automation
ELM-112 Motors & Motion
ELM-231 Industrial Robotics I
ELM-232 Industrial Robotics II
Other technical courses as necessary
See: Electromechanical Technology A.A.S. | Electrical Technology A.A.S. | Mechanical Technology A.A.S.
Knowledge of electromechanical applications in demand by local industry is also valued, including, but not limited to: hydraulics & pneumatics, robotics, soldering & electronic assembly, electrical test & measurement, mechanical assembly techniques, motors & controllers, sensors & machine vision, and industrial control systems.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Be responsive to student questions and available for student support.
Use appropriate technology to enhance learning.
Assess learning outcomes and adapt curriculum to meet learning objectives.
Demonstrate insight and encouragement in working with diverse student populations, especially students traditionally underrepresented in higher education.
Provide appropriate academic advising to students to support timely degree completion.
Be innovative in the presentation of lectures and hands-on learning activities that achieve learning outcomes.
Provide timely feedback on students' assignments and exams throughout each semester.
Be accountable to meet the needs of the Department and the College, including timely submission of grades and other required materials.
Job Requirements:
Appointment at the Rank of Instructor:
Associate degree in the subject areas of Mechanical Technology, Electrical Technology, Mechatronics, or closely-allied field;
Industry-recognized professional license or certification; and
Minimum of five years of full-time related industry experience.
Appointment at the Rank of Assistant Professor:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or closely-allied field;
Industry-recognized professional license or certification.
Minimum of three years of full-time employment in Engineering or closely allied field.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Background in teaching college level courses.
Demonstrated connections with local industry.
Industrial Experience:
Robotics
FANUC, Universal Robots
Automation
PLC Motors & motion control
Bilingual in Spanish & English (English and another language also will be considered).
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project);
Additional Information:
The 2025-2026 starting salary for the rank of Instructor is $53,045 and Assistant Professor is $59,676.
Onondaga Community College offers a generous and competitive benefits package including:
New York State Teacher's Retirement System or TIAA enrollment
Excellent health and dental insurance plans (qualifying domestic partner included)
The position also offers an attractive academic year schedule with opportunities for additional work during off-hand periods consistent with student enrollment needs and workforce development opportunities.
During each fall and spring semester, teaching typically occurs Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 10:30 pm. Schedules, including required office hours, are selected in advance for each semester. Additional opportunities include potential summer coursework and workforce development offerings.
This is an on-site, in person teaching position.
Salary : $53,045 - $59,676
