Assistant College Lecturer Mechanical Engineering

Cleveland State University

Assistant College Lecturer

Mechanical Engineering

The Department of Mechanical Engineering in the Washkewicz College of Engineering at Cleveland State University invites applications for an Assistant College Lecturer position starting August 17, 2026. Assistant College Lecturers may be assigned up to 15 credits per semester and may engage in service duties as assigned. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in the broader areas of mechanical engineering, with a focus on solid mechanics, design, controls, manufacturing, and general engineering.

Successful candidates are expected to possess excellent communication skills, the potential for industry collaboration, and the ability to contribute to the department and college through teaching and/or service in a diverse, culturally sensitive environment, while promoting academic excellence.

• Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.

• Doctoral degree in Mechanical Engineering;
• Experience in teaching undergraduate mechanical engineering courses in the area of solid mechanics, design, manufacturing, and controls, experience in teaching laboratory courses;
• Excellent communication skills and industrial experience.

Applications will only be accepted online at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Mailed or emailed application materials will not be accepted. Preference will be given to applications received by January 16, 2026. All inquiries about the position should be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Tushar Borkar, at T.Borkar.

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching Philosophy
• (Optional) Evidence of Teaching Experience (e.g., Course Evaluations and other relevant documents etc.)
• Contact information for three references – references will be contacted via email and asked to upload a letter of support on your behalf.

Hire is contingent upon the maintenance of existing levels of funding from the State of Ohio. Offer of employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of the University’s verification of credentials (including evidence of a Ph.D.) and other information required by law and/or University policies or practices, including but not limited to a criminal background check.

It is the policy of Cleveland State University to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran, or genetic information.