Career Opportunities with Manhattan University
Visiting Faculty in Mechanical EngineeringPosition Title: Visiting Faculty in Mechanical Engineering
The University: Manhattan University is nationally ranked and offers degree programs in the arts, business, education, engineering, and science.
The University has approximately 4,000 full and part-time undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in over 50 fields of study.
It is committed to excellence in teaching a diverse student body and preparing students for successful careers and fulfilling lives.
Manhattan University' s tree-lined campus is in the Riverdale neighborhood of the Bronx, adjacent to Van Cortlandt Park.
Our New York City location offers easy access to world-class cultural, artistic, educational, and business activities.
Position Summary: The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Manhattan University seeks outstanding applicants for a visiting appointment at the Assistant Professor level starting in August 2025.
The department offers a concentration in Biomechanics and Aerospace at the undergraduate level, in addition to the eight concentrations currently being offered in the graduate program.
The candidate should specialize in solid mechanicsManhattan University Mechanical Engineering faculty are expected to maintain high-quality teachingThe candidate is expected to teach classes in areas including (but not limited to) Solid Mechanics, Mechatronics, Robotics, Machine Design, Manufacturing, HVAC, Building systems, etc.A successful candidate will be required to teach 24 credits per academic yearQualifications: The successful candidate must hold a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field and have a proven commitment to teaching and advising studentsWe seek faculty members with a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring who will create a climate that embraces excellence and diversity to attract and retain a diverse, talented student body.Application Process: Interested candidates must complete an online faculty applicationSubmit a detailed curriculum vitae, descriptions of teaching and research interests, and the names and addresses of three references should be uploaded as one .pdf document via the online applicationTo ensure full consideration, applications should be received by July 1st, 2025, but the search will remain open until the position is filledFounded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Catholic Lasallian institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions.
The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings.
We expect our faculty, administration, and staff to be knowledgeable about our mission and to make a positive contribution to the mission.
Applicants from historically under-represented segments of the population are encouraged to apply, as well as those attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.
We are committed to a diverse campus community.
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