Title: Lecturer - Mechanical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering Technology / Engineering Management

Employee Classification: Lecturer

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Engineering

Department: UNT-Mechanical Engineering-130340

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Compensation is competitive and commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and discipline, in accordance with university guidelines and available funding.

FTE: 1.00

Retirement Eligibility: ORP Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of North Texas (UNT) is a vibrant and expanding part of the College of Engineering, currently recognized as the second-largest department within the college. As a student-focused, public research university, UNT prides itself on fostering a dynamic academic community that emphasizes excellence in education, cutting-edge research, and innovation. We are excited to invite applications for a Lecturer (non-tenure-track) position, with a preferred start date in Fall 2025.

UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly qualified individual to teach in one or several of our engineering disciplines, including Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Construction Engineering Technology, Construction Management, and Engineering Management.

The role involves teaching undergraduate and graduate courses aligned with the candidate’s expertise. Opportunities include teaching graduate courses in Engineering Management, Mechanical and Energy Engineering, and/or undergraduate courses in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or Construction Management. This flexibility allows the department to align teaching assignments with the candidate's strengths. Candidates with multiple expertise in both Civil and Mechanical Engineering will be especially well-suited to this interdisciplinary role.

This position emphasizes teaching and service, with a workload distribution of 80% teaching and 20% service. The selected candidate will engage in service activities that support the department’s mission, such as committee participation, student mentoring, and industry outreach. The successful candidate will play a key role in enhancing educational offerings, contributing to student success, and building strong connections with industry partners.

Minimum Qualifications

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering / Engineering Management / Civil Engineering, or in a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience, particularly in a relevant engineering discipline. A history of interdisciplinary collaboration is highly desired, with the ability to leverage these partnerships to enhance the academic curriculum and broaden experiential learning opportunities for the students.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Work Schedule:

varies based on assignment

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. CV, a cover letter highlighting your fit to the department and its various programs, and a teaching and mentoring philosophy statement. If you have prior teaching experience in one of the preferred disciplines, please list university-level courses taught and the corresponding student ratings received.

Benefits:

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EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.