What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part Time Faculty - MEC 4220 Product Design & Production position at VTSU?
The School of STEM Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering Technology of Vermont State University invites applications for Part-Time Faculty for the Fall 2024 Semester (August 26 - December 20, 2024).
The course to be taught is MEC 4220 Product Design & Production Lab
1 hour of Lecture and 4 hours of Lab per week - 3.68 credits
This course focuses on product design, advanced manufacturing, and production processes. Topics include concurrent and reverse engineering methods; advanced metrology; automation in manufacturing; abrasive and grinding techniques; water jet machining; 3D printing; and other emerging methods. The student engages in a variety of individual and team-based projects that allow them to expand upon their prior manufacturing and materials processing knowledge and experience while developing marketable workforce skills in advanced manufacturing. As the final project for this course, the student designs, develops, manufactures, markets, and sells a consumer product with the goal of making a profit.
Candidates may and are encouraged to apply to multiple Part Time opportunities but may not be considered for more than 9 credit hours per semester, per VSC-VSCPTF Bargaining Unit Agreement.
Vermont State University provides career-focused technical and professional education in a caring community which prepares students for immediate workplace success and continued learning. It is not a research institution.
Minimum Qualifications:
The successful candidate will have a master’s degree, or bachelor’s degree plus several years of relevant experience. Teaching experience is preferred.
Salary:
Based on credits previously taught per VSC-VSCPTF Bargaining Unit Agreement.
Application Information:
Applicants interested in applying must submit a Cover Letter, Resume/CV and Unofficial College Transcripts (official transcripts will be required if hired).
Applications will be accepted until positions are filled or by date specified. However, applications received after the initial screening will be considered at the discretion of the College. Vermont State University strongly encourages applications from members of ethnic minority groups and other under-represented backgrounds.
Vermont State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, religion, ancestry, place of birth, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age or veteran status, or against a qualified individual with a disability, or any other person whose status is protected under local, state or federal laws. In compliance with ADA requirements, we will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant.
All full-time and some part-time positions are subject to a criminal background check. Any offer of employment is conditional upon successful completion of these checks.
