Assistant/Associate Professor - Engineering Technology

Job Title

Assistant/Associate Professor - Engineering Technology

Department

Engineering Technology Department

Worker Type

Regular

Pay Type

Salary

Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.

Benefit Eligible

Yes

Screening Date

2025-04-07

Job Description Summary

Assistant/Associate Professor (tenure-track) and Endowed Dr. James Russell Myers STEM Professorship in Mechanical Engineering Technology with an emphasis on Advanced Manufacturing and Industrial Systems to teach in area of engineering technology; to maintain an active research agenda; advise students; and provide service to the institution. The anticipated start date is mid-August 2025. The successful candidate will primarily teach and develop undergraduate courses and laboratories in Mechanical Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing, and Industrial Automation Systems. The faculty member will also be responsible for conducting research in the relevant field. Additionally, the faculty member will contribute to maintaining ABET accreditation standards.

Miami University is a major public institution with the ambiance of a small college. We provide environments of learning excellence and career opportunities across our campuses in Oxford, Hamilton, Middletown, West Chester, and Luxembourg. Our faculty, staff, and student employees are integral to driving Miami’s success. Miami ranks first nationally among public universities for best teaching, according to U.S. News & World Report. Our growth opportunities extend beyond the classroom, valuing the contributions of our faculty, staff, and students.

The main campus is located in Oxford, Ohio, 35 miles north of Cincinnati, in a classic college town offering various shops and restaurants within walking distance of campus. Our regional campuses are located in Hamilton, Middletown, and the Voice of America Learning Center in West Chester, Ohio. Miami University offers an exceptional work environment and competitive benefits. We invite you to experience Miami and see how you can contribute to our mission.

Job Description

Miami University invites applications for a Tenure-Track Assistant/Associate Professor position and Endowed Dr. James Russell Myers STEM Professorship in Mechanical Engineering Technology with an emphasis on Advanced Manufacturing and Industrial Systems to teach in area of engineering technology; to maintain an active research agenda; advise students; and provide service to the institution. The anticipated start date is mid-August 2025. The successful candidate will primarily teach and develop undergraduate courses and laboratories in Mechanical Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing, and Industrial Automation Systems. The faculty member will also be responsible for conducting research in the relevant field. Additionally, the faculty member will contribute to maintaining ABET accreditation standards.

The Engineering Technology Department currently offers ABET/ETAC-accredited bachelor's completion degree programs with concentrations in Electrical and Computer, Mechanical, and Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology, as well as associate degree programs in Mechanical Engineering Technology and Electrical & Computer Engineering Technology. Additionally, the department has recently launched a new bachelor’s completion degree in Robotics Engineering Technology. For more information about the department and its programs, please visit our website.

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Teach and develop undergraduate courses and laboratories in Mechanical Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing, and Industrial Automation Systems. Courses may include mechanical systems, fluid and thermal systems, industrial manufacturing and automation systems, and quality systems.
• Provide service to the department, college, university, and profession.
• Serve as the program coordinator for the Mechanical Engineering Technology program.
• Demonstrate effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with proficiency in teaching in English.
• Conduct research that results in high-quality, peer-reviewed publications.
• Secure external funding to support research.
• Engage with and establish partnerships with industry.

Minimum Qualifications:

A doctoral degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a closely related discipline by date of appointment for appointment as Assistant Professor; established record of research/scholarship for app