Assistant Professor –Mechanical Engineering

Assistant Professor –Mechanical Engineering

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Florida Polytechnic University invites applications for an Assistant Professor with broad teaching capacity in the field and with technical interests that complement the Department’s existing strengths to support of our degree program. Our preferred areas of research specialization are in thermal and fluid sciences, renewable energy systems, however, technical expertise in aerospace, robotics, and advanced manufacturing will be considered. Starting dates for this position are anticipated to be either Fall semester 2023 or Spring Semester 2024.

The Mechanical Engineering department delivers an ABET accredited degree with concentration areas including Aerospace, Materials and Advanced Manufacturing Processes, Energy, Operations Research, and Simulation. The department also delivers a Master of Science in Engineering degree with a program track in Mechanical Engineering. Successful applicants must be capable of teaching a range of classes in the mechanical engineering curriculum at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, supporting a wide range of introductory and upper-level courses such as solid mechanics, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and project-based laboratory and design courses. Applicants will also be expected to contribute to the technical breadth of program with elective courses in their respective field of technical expertise.

Applicants must demonstrate the ability to develop a highly successful teaching and research program, attract independent research funding, publish the results of their research studies in leading scientific journals of their discipline, supervise graduate and undergraduate students, and to teach effectively at both the graduate and undergraduate level courses. In addition, the candidates are expected to assist in the education mission of the department and to provide whatever academic service is requested by the Chair of the Department.

JOB DESCRIPTION

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field

DESIRED / PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Teaching and/or relevant research/industry experience
• Demonstrated ability to conduct independent and interdisciplinary funded applied research.
• Experience in curriculum delivery and development
• Experience with students’ academic mentoring
• Experience in program assessment and execution of a continuous improvement plan.

• Active participation in professional activities and organizations.

• Prior professional US experience with progressive responsibility.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with diverse campus community.

ABOUT FLORIDA POLY:

Florida Polytechnic University opened for classes in 2014-15 and is the twelfth university in the Florida State University System. The University was created as an exclusively STEM-focused public university that offers high-value undergraduate and graduate degrees and that has intentional industry connections with a focus on economic development of the high-tech I-4 corridor. Dedicated to preparing students for the competitive STEM workforce, Florida Polytechnic University blends traditional subject matter mastery with problem solving and laboratory experiences to provide students with learning opportunities applicable to both the workplace and a career of lifelong learning. The University delivers its courses in small class sizes, emphasizes a positive student to faculty experience, and is dedicated to both its teaching and research mission.

Faculty are employed at Florida Poly via renewable, term defined appointments, codified in a collective bargaining agreement, that substantially mirrors tenure systems with reappointment and progression in rank upon completion of a significant review of accomplishments.

Lakeland, home to Florida Polytechnic University’s ultra-modern campus, is located along the I-4 High Tech Corridor halfway between Tampa and Orlando. Our central Florida community combines small town comfort with big-city culture. Florida’s High-Tech Corridor is home to 11,000 high-tech businesses, and Polk County alone has more than 600,000 residents, four universities a,nd one state college. Lakeland is just a 45-minute drive from Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, professional sports teams, and thriving performing art centers. With no income tax in Florida, and home values increasing by approximately 10% over the past year, Lakeland and Central Florida continue to rise among the best places to live and work.

EXPECTED STARTING SALARY: Commensurate with experience and qualifications

APPLICATION DEADLINE DATE:

• Positions are open until filled (or recruitment canceled) Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled.

• Employment is contingent upon proof of the legal right to work in the United States. This proof must be provided prior to employment at the University. An appointment is not final until proof is provided.

APPLICATION PROCESS: All Applicants are required to submit the following in PDF format during the application process:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Research Interests
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy which includes the individual’s capacity to teach mechanical core and elective courses listed as part of the curriculum.
• List of at least 3 professional references (names and contact information)
• Unofficial copy of the Ph.D./M.Sc. transcript

DIVERSITY STATEMENT:

Florida Polytechnic University is an equal opportunity/equal access institution. It is the policy of the Board of Trustees to provide equal opportunity for employment and educational opportunities to all (including applicants for employment, employees, applicants for admission, students, and others affiliated with the University) without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or genetic information.

FLORIDA POLY BENEFITS INFORMATION

Florida Poly qualified employees have the opportunity to take advantage of a variety of health benefits (through the State of Florida) to help meet their specific needs, as well as the needs of their family. This comprehensive coverage includes flexible spending accounts, medical and life insurance, and workers compensation.

· Health benefits are administered through People First , on behalf of the State of Florida, as pre-tax insurance plans. People First handles all new hire enrollments, coverage changes, premium administration, and dependent eligibility.

· Their Service Center is staffed Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m.–6 p.m. EST, at 1-866-663-4735.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING ATTACHMENTS:

Required attachments are listed on each posting. Please be sure to attach all required documents in the Resume/CV field before continuing through the application. Once your application has been submitted, no changes may be made and additional attachments will not be considered.

An unofficial copy of the degree/transcript is acceptable during the application process. For positions requiring a degree, the official transcripts are required upon hire.

Foreign Transcript: Transcripts issued outside of the United States require a equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the application deadline.

All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements.

This position requires a background check, which may include a level II screening as required by the Florida Statute §435.04.