Assistant/Associate Professor - Mechanical Engineering

Universities of Wisconsin · Green Bay, Wisconsin

FULL TIME

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Assistant/Associate Professor - Mechanical Engineering The Resch School of Engineering at UW-Green Bay is inviting applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Mechanical Engineering at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor, starting in January 2027. We are seeking highly qualified and motivated individuals passionate about teaching labs and courses and shaping the future of our Mechanical Engineering program. Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in Materials, Manufacturing, or Controls and Automation. The successful candidate will collaborate with industry leaders, engage in real-world projects, and prepare students for the dynamic field of mechanical engineering. Key job responsibilities include teaching a course load of 24 contact hours per academic year, with a 3-credit remission in the first academic year. Instruct both theory and lab courses in the Mechanical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering Technology programs. Conduct assessment activities associated with ABET accreditation. Demonstrate a commitment to student success through active learning, high student engagement, and teamwork-focused pedagogical approaches. Advise and mentor students. Develop a strong research program involving collaboration with students and faculty. Perform scholarly activities consistent with rank. Participate in institutional and community service. Contribute to ongoing program development. Implement inclusive instructional strategies to support students from underrepresented and first-generation backgrounds at UW-Green Bay. Compensation is competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Required qualifications include an earned doctorate in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field from an accredited institution, to be completed no later than December 2026. However, we may consider ABD candidates who can demonstrate the ability to meet the requirements above. Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and research is also required. Candidates applying for the Associate Professor rank must demonstrate a strong track record of success in teaching, research, and service consistent at that level. Preferred qualifications include expertise in Materials, Manufacturing, or Controls and Automation. Commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration and innovative pedagogical approaches is also preferred. The position is an academic year tenure-track appointment. Applicants must be considered for tenure and promotion in six years, although tenure decisions may be at any time. Promotion from Assistant to Associate Professor is simultaneous with tenure. Excellence in teaching, sustained scholarly activity and institutional service required for retention and promotion. Candidates applying for the Associate Professor rank may seek tenure after 1-2 years of appointment based on their track record. To apply, click the Apply button and follow the prompts on the screen. Please be sure to complete all required fields, and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials. Files must be complete to be considered. Please include the following documents: cover letter specifically addressing qualifications for the essential job functions, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching interest and philosophy, a statement of research interest and a research plan. Application deadline is Sunday August 23, 2026. For any questions, need accommodations, or submitted your application with missing materials, call or email Amy Ibuaka at ibuakaa@uwgb.edu.

Company	Universities of Wisconsin
Location	Green Bay, Wisconsin
Type	FULL TIME
Niche	Architecture and Engineering Occupations

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Assistant/Associate Professor - Mechanical Engineering

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