Clinical Faculty

Position Summary

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Idaho invites applications for a full-time faculty position at the rank of Clinical Assistant or Clinical Associate Professor. Rank is negotiable based on how the candidate meets the criteria outlined in the college and department bylaws. Candidates with a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and service, and whose teaching complements existing departmental strengths, are encouraged to apply.

Competitive candidates should have the ability and expertise to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in one of the traditional areas of Mechanical Engineering. The successful candidate will be assigned courses that may include laboratory and project components, in addition to conventional lecture components. Some courses may be delivered virtually, either synchronously or asynchronously.

Applicants should possess excellent written and oral communication skills and will be expected to participate in departmental, college, and university service and leadership activities. The successful candidate will also be expected to provide academic and professional advising to undergraduate and graduate students.

Minimum Education /Degree

Required:

Listed degree qualification is required at time of application.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering and a Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience with written and oral communication to a range of audiences.
• Demonstrated experience working collaboratively in a team environment.
• Currently hold or possess the ability to obtain a Professional Engineer license within 5 years.

• Ph.D. in mechanical engineering or a closely related field.
• Experience developing and teaching mechanical engineering courses.
• Evidence of excellence in teaching and student mentoring.
• Ability to teach hands‑on laboratory courses with team project assignments.
• Expertise in engineering systems (dynamics, controls, mechatronics, thermal, fluids).
• Ability to develop and teach upper‑level undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Demonstrated ability to teach virtually, either synchronously or asynchronously.
• Experience with collaborative teaching efforts.
• Commitment to professionalism in engineering education.

Posting Date: 10/03/2025

Closing Date:
Open Until Filled Yes

This position is open until filled with a first review date of December 1, 2025. Complete applications consist of the following: CV, Cover Letter, Teaching Philosophy Statement, and List of Five References.

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy.

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• List of References
• Research/Teaching Philosophy

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