Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology

Kennesaw State University - Kennesaw, GA

Full-time - Entry Level

Kennesaw, GA

10,001+ employees

Educational Services

About the position

Kennesaw State University is seeking a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology to join the Department of Engineering Technology. The role involves teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, developing a research program, and engaging in departmental service. The position is aimed at enhancing the academic and research missions of the university, with a preferred start date in August 2025.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in mechanical engineering technology such as manufacturing, CNC machining, additive manufacturing, materials, mechanics, machine design, controls, engineering design graphics, fluid mechanics, materials science, thermodynamics, computer aided engineering, and/or related laboratory courses.
• Develop and maintain an externally funded research program in a novel engineering and/or manufacturing area emphasizing scholarly activities, including peer-reviewed journal and conference publications, grant writing, mentoring students, and developing a sustainable independent research agenda.
• Engage in departmental, school, or university service appropriate to the position.
• Advance the goals and strategic plan of KSU.

Requirements

• A Terminal/Doctorate degree, or the foreign equivalent, in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline is required. The required degree must be earned by the start date.

Nice-to-haves

• Relevant teaching experience
• Evidence of scholarly work and creative activities such as external funding, mentoring students in research, and peer-reviewed publications
• Experience teaching online or hybrid courses
• Post-doc experience
• Professional Engineering licensure
• Certified SolidWorks Professional Certification or better