Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering at Universities of Wisconsin in Menomonie, WI

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Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Position Title: Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering Job Category: Academic Staff Employment Type: Terminal (Fixed Term) Job Profile: Lecturer Job Duties: The Engineering and Technology Department invites applications for Mechanical Engineering Instructional Academic Staff in engineering to prepare career-ready engineers and engineering technologists in alignment with UW-Stout polytechnic’s tenets of applied learning and research, business and industry partnerships, career focused education, we emphasize experiential learning by providing students with authentic as well as hands-on experiences in both classroom, laboratory, and industrial settings. The Engineering and Technology Department at the University of Wisconsin-Stout Polytechnic offers six undergraduate programs, including Computer & Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering (B.S. and M.S.), Mechanical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Engineering Technology, and Packaging. The successful candidate will be expected to teach in at least two of the areas listed in the Responsibilities section below. The anticipated start date is August 23, 2027. QUALIFICATIONS Minimum / Required Each of the following qualifications is required of all candidates: M.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field by employment start date. Ability to teach in a combined lecture and lab environment. Fluency in oral and written English communication. Interest in advancing student learning in the field of engineering. Highly Desired/Preferred Preferred qualifications for this position are: 3 years industry experience in mechanical engineering or related field. 3 years successful teaching experience. RESPONSIBILITIES Teach courses related to two or more of the following topics (depending on experience and qualifications): o Engineering mechanics o Manufacturing processes o Numerical methods o Senior design experience (capstone/engineering project management), Introduction to engineering Establish and maintain laboratories and equipment. Develop and maintain contacts and liaison with industry and professional associations. Provide student academic advisement and conduct assessment of student learning. Contribute to academic program assessment and aid in maintaining program accreditation and continuous improvement in collaboration with faculty and staff. Develop curriculum. Participate in departmental and university service activities. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION The Engineering and Technology (E&T) Department is one of eight departments in the College of Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Management (CSTEMM). The department has 30 full-time faculty and staff, four of whom are full-time technicians. The department provides courses for its well-established and accredited undergraduate programs in Computer & Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering (B.S. and M.S.), Mechanical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Engineering Technology, and Packaging, plus other programs throughout the University. UW-Stout Polytechnic's Engineering and Technology Department values collaboration, innovation, and student success. Candidates with experience working collaboratively with a variety of individuals, groups, and community partners are encouraged to highlight those experiences in their application materials. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Applications received by end of day, Monday, January 11th, 2027, will be given full consideration. Applications submitted after January 11th, 2027, may be reviewed at the search committee's discretion. To apply, click on the APPLY button or go to: https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/careers-jobs Due to system limitations, applicants may upload no more than five (5) attachments. Please combine documents where appropriate. Required application materials : Cover letter (maximum 2 pages, *see below) C