Lecturer,Asst - Mechanical Engineering

University of Wyoming is delighted to receive your interest in our vacant position!  We strive to connect with qualified and uniquely talented individuals to join our campus community.  We would love to hear how your experiences translate to this position, the University’s Mission, Vison, and Values, and encourage you to submit an application today!

JOB TITLE:   

Assistant Lecturer

JOB PURPOSE:   

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Wyoming seeks outstanding applicants for an Assistant Lecturer or Assistant Instructional Professor appointment, starting no later than August 19, 2025. This is a full-time, 9-month benefited position at the University of Wyoming campus in Laramie, WY. The successful candidate will have demonstrated excellence in teaching commensurate with experience, and enthusiasm to teach undergraduate students effectively. This position is open to applications from candidates with all mechanical engineering teaching focus areas.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

The responsibilities of the position include:

• Teaching undergraduate courses in Mechanical Engineering


• Professional development, including participation in state and national professional organizations


• Service to the Department, College, and University, including advising and working closely with student groups

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: 

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

• M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, or closely related engineering field


• Teaching experience at the college level, and demonstrated commitment to effective teaching

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Demonstrated teaching excellence and use of innovative teaching methods


• Demonstrated interest in scholarship of teaching and learning, and research interest in undergraduate engineering education


• Professional experience in Mechanical Engineering, or related field


• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, or closely related engineering field


• Professional Engineering (PE) licensure


• Familiarity with software tools such as MATLAB and SolidWorks

REQUIRED MATERIALS:  

Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application:

1. A cover letter specifically addressing the candidate’s qualifications and interest in the State, University, and this position


2. A detailed curriculum vitae


3. A statement describing teaching accomplishments, interests, and philosophy


4. Contact information for at least three references  

Complete applications received by 11/14/2024 will receive full consideration. Review of applications will begin November 15, 2024. This position will remain open until filled.

HIRING STATEMENT:  

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer (UW Reg 4-1). The University does not discriminate in employment or personnel practices on the basis of race, gender, religion, color, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, creed, ancestry, political belief, pregnancy, or any other protected category or participation in any protected activity.  In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu

About the Department 

The MESE department resides within the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences (CEPS), which includes 10 departments and the newly formed School of Computing. The College prides itself on research innovation, teaching excellence, industrial engagement, and broader societal impact. CEPS has embarked on a transformational journey to become a Tier-1 Institution, recognized nationally for academic excellence and world-class research. This includes new state-of-the-art facilities. CEPS is hiring a cohort of new faculty across the College, and we seek to attract a diverse and inclusive group of talented faculty members.

As the only four-year state-funded University in Wyoming, the University of Wyoming enjoys a distinctive leadership role in the state and region. Our main campus is in Laramie, located 130 miles northwest of Denver, and perched in a scenic valley between the Laramie and Medicine Bow Ranges of the Rocky Mountains.  A variety of cultural, sporting, and outdoor activities are available.     

Additional information about the University of Wyoming, the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences, the Department of Mechanical Engineering, and Laramie, Wyoming is available at: http://www.uwyo.edu , http://www.uwyo.edu/ceps/ , http://www.uwyo.edu/mechanical/ , and https://www.cityoflaramie.org . 

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/