Adjunct Instructor- Mechanical And Aerospace Engineering

Job Title: Adjunct Instructor- Mechanical and Aerospace EngineeringFLSA Status: ExemptDepartment: Mechanical and Aerospace EngineeringTitle of Manager/Supervisor: ChairNumber of Employees Reporting to this Position:Range: $5,500- $6,500 per class based on experiencePosition Summary:Clarkson University is a nationally recognized research university with signature areas of academic excellence and research directed toward the world's pressing issues. With more than 4,300 undergraduate and graduate students, its main campus is located in Potsdam, N.Y., and additional graduate program and research facilities are located in the Capital Region and Beacon, N.Y. One in five alumni already leads as an owner, CEO, VP or equivalent senior executive of a company.The Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE) at Clarkson University invites applicants to apply for the position of MAE Adjunct Instructor.The MAE Program seeks Adjunct Instructors to teach courses supporting undergraduate Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering programs. The MAE Program at Clarkson offers classes across the full spectrum of technical areas in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (see https://www.clarkson.edu/academics/schools-colleges/engineering/mechanical-aerospace for more information). Faculty selected for these positions will provide instruction for existing courses and courses that are developed to support the program at the undergraduate level. These Adjunct Instructors may also be asked to provide co-curricular support to the program through its many activities. Adjunct Instructors will be asked to teach courses so that they can be taken through digital learning as well as in a traditional classroom.Minimum qualifications include at least a master’s degree in Mechanical and/or Aerospace Engineering. Specific areas of technical competency include Fundamentals of Aerospace Engineering; Introduction to engineering design; Dynamical systems; Aerospace structures; Orbital mechanics; Statics; Strength of materials; Heat transfer; Aerodynamics, or an allied/related field. Successful candidates will have strong communication skills, three (3) years’ experience preferred; and a proven track record in teaching or a willingness to learn new teaching techniques. Previous teaching experience is desirable/preferred.If you have questions, please contact the MAE Department Chair, Prof. Marcias Martinez, at 315-268-3875/email at mmartine@clarkson.edu or MAE Executive Officer, Prof. Kevin Fite, at 315-268-3809/email at kfite@clarkson.edu.Health & Safety: All staff has a statutory responsibility to take reasonable care of themselves, others and the environment and to prevent harm by their acts or omissions. All staff is therefore required to adhere to the University’s Health, Safety, and Environmental Policy & Procedures.DISCLAIMER: The above statements are designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of personnel so classifiedEducation:
Minimal Qualifications: A master’s degree in Mechanical and/or Aerospace Engineering; Ability to teach courses in Fundamentals of Aerospace Engineering; Introduction to engineering design; Dynamical systems; Aerospace structures; Orbital mechanics; Statics; Strength of materials; Heat transfer; Aerodynamics, or an allied/related field.Experience: Minimum of 3 years preferred.Previous teaching experience is desirable/preferred, or a commitment to teaching excellence and a willingness to learn new teaching techniques. Minimal Qualifications: Successful candidates will have an MS in Mechanical and/or Aerospace Engineering, or related field. Preferred Qualifications: Three (3) years of experience preferred. A MS degree and a Professional Engineering license (or other industry related credentials) are preferred. Previous teaching experience is desirable/preferred.Physical Demands:
The physical demands characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.