What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Lecturer (Lima Campus) position at The Ohio State University?
Position Overview
The Lima campus of The Ohio State University seeks a Lecturer and Program Coordinator in the Department of Engineering, for a one-year appointment beginning Autumn 2025. This is an annual appointment that may be renewed contingent upon the Dean’s approval, satisfactory performance, departmental needs, and the availability of funding. This position is located in Lima, OH.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Performance Objectives
- Teach undergraduate courses in the new Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology (BSET) program on the Lima campus and hold regular office hours for students
- Serve as faculty academic program coordinator for the BSET program in Lima: develop and improve courses, help coordinate academic oversight with the college of engineering and other regional campuses and help prepare for ABET/ETAC accreditation. The coordinator will also administer the departmental budget including equipment and supply purchases and required maintenance on equipment.
- Assist enrollment services team in recruiting new students for the BSET program
- Help expand and maintain experiential learning opportunities in the BSET program, including co-curricular and extra-curricular opportunities with regional manufacturers
- Provide service to the university, including developing mutually beneficial relationships with industry partners
Education and Experience Requirements
- An earned master’s or doctoral degree in an engineering or engineering technology field relevant to manufacturing
- Significant teaching and/or industrial experience involving robotics, electronics, manufacturing processes, or manufacturing management
- A strong commitment to and evidence of excellence in teaching; experience with under-represented groups and first-generation students preferred
- Program development experience preferred
How to Apply
To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday.
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vita (CV)
- Statement of Teaching and Mentoring
It is important to note that you must upload all required attachments before submitting the application in Workday. Once the application has been submitted, you cannot make changes to the application or upload attachments.
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Questions concerning the job expectations should be addressed to Dr. Mark Kleffner, Associate Dean, at kleffner.1@osu.edu. Questions concerning the application process should be addressed to Cam Johnston at johnston.1037@osu.edu. Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University at Lima.
The College
The Ohio State University at Lima offered its first classes in 1960. The Lima campus sits on 565 acres which is comprised of 270 acres of woods, 35 acres of natural prairie, 200 tillable acres, and 60 acres that contain the academic campus (buildings, greens, and parking lots). There are 10 buildings on campus, four of which are shared with our collocated institution, Rhodes State College (RSC). Ohio State Lima also has two off-campus teaching sites: Ohio State Lima at Mercy Health St. Rita’s for its anatomy/cadaver lab (1,400 square feet) and Ohio State Lima at the Engineering Education and Manufacturing Center at the Ford Engine Plant which houses five labs, 12 classrooms and breakout rooms and a 300-seat auditorium.
Ohio State Lima currently enrolls 818 students who are taught and supported by 26 tenure track faculty, 52 associated faculty, 5 visiting faculty, and 56 staff members. Outside of the classroom, students have vast opportunities for experience through internships, undergraduate research, leadership projects, and community engagement.
The Department
The Ohio State Lima campus offers a world-class engineering technology education in a personalized and cost-effective learning environment. Students receive hands-on lab experiences in our state-of the-art facilities and have the opportunity to participate in undergraduate research.
In addition, Ohio State Lima partners with regional manufacturers to offer immersive and applicable internship and senior capstone experiences. Undergraduate students work as peer tutors and learning assistants. Our campus also offers numerous academic enrichment opportunities to our students, including Honors, Undergraduate Research, Service Learning, and Study Abroad.
The University
Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America’s leading academic health centers and recently ranked No. 4 on Forbes’ list of best U.S. employers for diversity. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.
The Ohio State University’s Shared Values include Excellence and Impact, Diversity and Innovation, Inclusion and Equity, Care and Compassion, and Integrity and Respect. Our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression.
Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and specialties. Become a Buckeye and contribute to an incredible legacy that serves to guide our future and shape a better tomorrow.
The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has established Dual Careers and Faculty Relocation (DCFR) to focus on supporting new and prospective faculty and their loved ones. Service offerings include dual careers partner consultations, identifying potential employers and/or employment opportunities, consultation and resources related to relocation, as well as identifying opportunities to engage on campus and in the surrounding community. While employment opportunities are not guaranteed, resources and consultation are provided to support the partners of new and prospective faculty as they are considering or transitioning to The Ohio State University.
In addition to being responsive to dual-career opportunities, we strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies. Ohio State is an NSF ADVANCE institution and a member of the Ohio/Western Pennsylvania/West Virginia Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC).
Located in Ohio’s capital city, Ohio State’s Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and diverse metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the Columbus area is available here. Beyond its Columbus campus, Ohio State has four regional campuses including Ohio State Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in addition to the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) Wooster Campus, which houses Ohio State ATI.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.
