Lecturer, University Professor

Position Information

Classification Title Lecturer FLSA Faculty Rank Lecturer Contract Type Academic (9 mo.) Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications

All candidates must have a Ph.D. in mechanical engineering, or related discipline.

Position Summary

The College of Engineering at the University of Georgia invites applications for an academic-appointment (9-month) non-tenure-track Lecturer position in Mechanical Engineering within the School of Environmental, Civil, Agricultural and Mechanical Engineering (ECAM) beginning August 1, 2026. This position will be supervised by the School Chair of ECAM, a position currently held by Dr. Ben Davis.

The School of ECAM is responsible for administering four undergraduate degree programs, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Agricultural Engineering and Environmental Engineering, as well as two graduate programs at the M.S and Ph.D. levels. With an effort of 100% instruction, this position is expected to teach 12 credit hours per semester in topic areas that support the undergraduate and entry level graduate programs in Mechanical Engineering.

Areas of particular teaching need include both lecture and laboratory instruction in the following general areas:
Core courses and courses in the Mechanical Engineering curriculum, ECAM design courses (Statics, Dynamics, Strength of Materials, Systems, Design Methodologies and Senior Design Capstone), and technical elective courses. Position responsibilities include effective classroom teaching of undergraduate courses, laboratory supervision, mentoring undergraduate engineering students, and working with other faculty on innovative teaching methods within the College's rapidly-growing instructional programs.

Additional Requirements

Candidates must also have a documented research background appropriate for the appointment rank, as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications. For information about the requirements for each faculty rank, please see the UGA Guidelines for Appointment, Promotion and Tenure.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Effective communication skills are required.

Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy

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Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

* Resume/CV

* Cover Letter

* List of References with Contact Information

* Teaching Portfolio/Philosophy

Optional Documents

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The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status.