OVERVIEW The Mechanical Engineering Department in the School of Engineering invites applications for a full-time clinical faculty position to begin in Fall semester 2025. Background This is an exciting time for growth in the Mechanical Engineering program at St. Thomas. In spring 2024, we moved into the new $110M Schoenecker Center with state-of-the-art engineering labs, including a prototyping center, robotics and automation lab, and an advanced materials lab, as well as an expansion of our Manufacturing & Machining Center. As a student-focused institution with a strong hands-on curriculum, we emphasize undergraduate and graduate education that provides technical excellence with a significant emphasis on real world applications. Clinical faculty at the University of St. Thomas are qualified in a given field or discipline by having established records as accomplished practitioners or by having made significant contributions to the arts, sciences or their profession. Clinical appointments are non-tenure track appointments for committed faculty with a passion for teaching and administrative service. Additional information specifically for prospective new faculty at St. Thomas can be found athttps://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/for-faculty/index.html. Role and Responsibilities The primary role of the clinical faculty in Mechanical Engineering will include instructing and developing the Machine Design Lab. This lab teaches students advanced mechanics theories (e.g. static and dynamic failure) and the function of basic machine components (e.g. bearings, linkages, cams, and gears) through a semester-long design project completed in the lab. Other duties will be assigned which match the successful candidate’s background, and may include instruction of other labs, advising a Senior Design team, or taking an instructional role in the first-year courses “Introduction to Engineering” and “Mechanical Engineering Graphics.” At all levels, from first-year to senior, the clinical faculty will advise and mentor students toward the successful completion of their degree and help them develop career readiness. The clinical faculty will participate in departmental meetings, faculty development programs, and professional organizations in mechanical engineering to stay connected with industry advancements. EEO Statement and Statement of Mission The School of Engineering actively seeks to attract, retain and develop faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds to enhance the diversity of the learning community, and to offer our students richly varied perspectives. The University of St. Thomas embraces diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic. We are committed to building a skilled team that represents a variety of backgrounds and perspectives. This commitment is consistent with our mission statement: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. A successful candidate will have a commitment to the ideals of this mission. QUALIFICATIONS Requirements: A Master’s Degree (U.S. or Foreign Equivalant) in an Engineering discipline is required, with a preference for Mechanical, Electrical or a related Engineering field. A successful candidate’s background will include a breadth of engineering knowledge, with a preference for at least 5 years of experience in hands-on application of principles of machine component design, design for manufacture, and CAD. While a formal background in teaching is not required, a successful candidate must have demonstratable skills necessary for excellence in teaching. For candidates whose primary experience is in the engineering industry (outside of academia), skill in teaching may be demonstrated based on other professional experience which require leadership, mentorship and presentation skills. How to Apply All interested candidates must apply online. Applications should be submitted online at https://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/. Candidates will first be asked to create an applicant profile and upload their application materials. Please upload a current resume or curriculum vitae into the “Resume” field and then provide and submit the requested contact and job information. After submitting the applicant profile, resume or CV, you will be taken to the job-specific application. Here, please copy/paste a cover letter, detailing your interest in the position (you will not be asked to upload a cover letter document). Applicants will be asked to supply the names of 3-5 references in the event they are invited for an interview. No references will be contacted without first getting the permission of the candidate. Positions will remain open until filled. Full consideration will be given to applications received prior to 12/15/24. Please contact the search chair, Dr. Katherine Acton (kacton@stthomas.edu) if you have any questions. Established in 1885, the University of St. Thomas is located in the major metropolitan area of Minneapolis-St. Paul, and is Minnesota’s largest private university. Its 10,000 students pursue degrees in a wide range of liberal arts, professional, and graduate programs. Official job posting is available athttps://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/. Apply for this job (https://facultyemployment-stthomas.icims.com/jobs/8183/clinical-faculty---mechanical-engineering/job?mode=apply&apply=yes&in\_iframe=1&hashed=-336181904) Want to get notified about new employment opportunities? To receive notifications regarding new job opportunities that fit your selected career interestsConnect with us. (https://facultyemployment-stthomas.icims.com/connect?back=intro&findajob=1&in\_iframe=1&hashed=-435746366) Posted Date6 days ago(10/25/2024 12:33 PM) CampusSt. Paul Employment TypeClinical Faculty FLSA StatusExempt/Salaried