DU is the oldest and largest private, independent university in the Rocky Mountain Region. DU's vision is to be a great private university dedicated to the public good. DU is an R1 research university with very high research activity and an exceptional commitment to its undergraduate and graduate students.
Recently, the Ritchie School of Engineering and Computer Science (RSECS) moved into a new $63M building housing state-of-the-art research and instructional laboratories, classrooms, offices, and innovation spaces. The Ritchie School has research strengths in biomechanics, robotics, unmanned systems, advanced materials and structures, machine learning, controls, and sensor systems with support from industry and federal sources. The MME Department offers the following degrees: BS, MS and PhD in Mechanical Engineering, MS and PhD in Materials Science, and MS in Bioengineering. Our undergraduate students complete a rigorous, comprehensive core curriculum in addition to a deep, hands-on immersion in their technical curricula.
Denver, the Mile-High City, consistently ranks as one of the best places to live in the United States. Denver's economy is rapidly growing and diversifying, with strengths in the aerospace, healthcare, financial tech, telecommunications, and IT-software sectors. Our region features a dry climate with 300+ days of sunshine annually and surprisingly mild winters. The nearby Rocky Mountains provide beautiful views and abundant recreational opportunities year-round. The city of Denver is home to several major league sports teams, diverse neighborhoods, and strong cultural and food scenes.
For more information about the Ritchie School of Engineering and Computer Science, please visit: https://ritchieschool.du.edu/
Position Summary
The Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering (MME) at the University of Denver (DU) is building an academically and culturally diverse faculty and staff with a strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). We invite applications for a full-time non-tenure-track visiting faculty position, either as Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor or Visiting Assistant Professor of the Practice. The position is for the 2022-2023 academic year and begins on September 1, 2022. The appointment will be made for a nine-month position only.
The successful applicant will have a passion for teaching and a demonstrated ability to effectively teach undergraduate Mechanical Engineering courses. Duties include six quarter-based courses per year, advising students, and participating in department and university service. This position does not require research. We seek exceptional faculty who engage students inside and outside the classroom, deliver active and hands-on learning experiences; and authentically support our DEI mission.
Applicants with an earned PhD will be eligible for hire as a Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor. Teaching faculty are expected to pursue excellence in the classroom using effective pedagogy, implementing inclusive practices, and demonstrating continuous improvement of teaching practices
Alternatively, applicants with significant industry experience can be hired as a Visiting Assistant Professor of the Practice. The Professor of the Practice series is designed to provide students with connections to the profession of engineering. Experience with the engineering design process, systems engineering and managing technical projects is required.
The University of Denver's institutional DEI action plan can be found here. We strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, members of the LGBTQ community, people with disabilities, veterans, or any other legally protected group. The University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. The University of Denver also recognizes the importance of protecting personal privacy. Read our Privacy Policy, including notifications for the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
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