The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Rice University in Houston, Texas, invites applications for a full-time, benefits-eligible, non-tenure-track lecturer position beginning July 1, 2021. The initial term of appointment is one academic year, which may be renewed contingent upon performance, availability of resources and the needs of programs.
Candidates must have a PhD degree in mechanical engineering and have demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching. Familiarity with and/or interest in engineering education, undergraduate teaching at the introductory level, and curricular issues is preferred.
The teaching load is equivalent to three class sections per semester in courses or laboratories focused on mechanics, statics, dynamics, and/or CAD. Service duties include student advising and outreach as well as participation in department committees with an undergraduate focus.
Applicants should submit (1) a curriculum vitae, (2) a teaching statement, (3) a statement on diversity and outreach, and (4) the names, affiliations, and email addresses of three professional references. Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S.
Rice University is committed to a culturally diverse intellectual community. In this spirit, we particularly welcome applications from all genders and members of historically underrepresented groups who exemplify diverse cultural experiences and who are especially qualified to mentor and advise all members of our diverse student population.
Rice University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with commitment to diversity at all levels, and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.
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