Professor of Mechanical Engineering

Job Summary
We are seeking a talented individual who is passionate about teaching and is invested in the success of our students. If you would like to be a part of a professional, collaborative team devoted to making a significant and lasting impact on the lives of young engineers, the Dr. Carl D. and H. Jane Clay Department of Mechanical Engineering at Ohio Northern University invites you to apply for a tenure track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin August 19, 2025.

Review of applications will begin Oct 30 and will continue until the position is filled. Questions concerning the position should be referred to Dr. J. Blake Hylton, Associate Professor and Chair, Mechanical Engineering Department, j-hylton@onu.edu. Further information about the University is available at http://www.onu.edu.

Principle Responsibilities:
Expectations include actively pursuing scholarly research and professional development opportunities. Teaching of introductory, college-wide courses as well as upper-level mechanical engineering courses is expected.

Required Skills:
The applicant must be committed to teaching excellence in undergraduate education and to cultivating a sense of community and belonging for students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds. Applicants must also possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Minimum Qualifications:
A PhD in Mechanical Engineering, adjacent fields such as Materials, Aerospace, Biomedical, Robotics, or Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field such as Engineering Education (with a prior degree in mechanical engineering) is required. Applicants will be considered if all doctoral degree requirements are completed by August, 2025.

To view full description and apply online go to: https://jobs.onu.edu/postings/12753

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