Careers at the University of Massachusetts Lowell

General Summary of Position:

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Massachusetts Lowell invites applications for Adjunct Professors (who teach 1-2 courses per semester). The successful candidates will be expected to assist in teaching Mechanical & Industrial Engineering courses offered through the GPS (Graduate and Professional Studies) program. Example courses include: MECH 5250 Grid-Connected Solar Electric Systems, MECH 5120 Applied Finite Element Analysis, MECH 5330 Nanomaterials for Energy, MECH 5710 Quality Engineering, MECH 5720 Manufacturing Processes, MECH 5740 Design for Reliability Engineering, MECH 5750 Industrial Design of Experiments, MECH 5760 Engineering Project Management, and others.

For a more detailed description of the courses, please visit: http://www.uml.edu/Catalog/Undergraduate/Engineering/Departments/Mechanical/Course-listing.aspx.

The University of Massachusetts Lowell is committed to increasing diversity in its faculty, staff, and student populations, as well as curriculum and support programs, while promoting an inclusive environment. We seek candidates who can contribute to that goal and encourage candidates to apply and to identify their strengths in these areas.

Successful candidates should have a strong desire to teach a diverse population of students, and previous teaching experience at the university/college level is highly desirable.

Minimum Qualifications (Required): 

Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant engineering field for Mechanical & Industrial Engineering courses, and a graduate degree (Doctoral preferred, but Master’s with special skills and proper experience will be considered for lecture courses, demonstrated and suitable years-long training and work experience in an Engineering environment.

Additional Considerations:

• Candidates with qualifications to teach in more than one area or program will be given priority.
• The ability to work effectively with diverse groups.  

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. This will continue to be an ongoing posting to develop a pool of applicants for openings as they arise. 

This is a part-time, non-benefited, Union of Adjunct Faculty, Local 1596, UAW position.

Please include a CV and cover letter with your application.  Names and contact information of three references will be required during the application process.