Job Description

Overview: The School of Computing and Engineering at Quinnipiac University seeks highly qualified applicants who are committed to excellence in teaching for part-time faculty openings in Mechanical Engineering for the Spring 2027 semester and beyond. The school is looking to hire part-time faculty for the spring semester as well as maintain a pool of candidates should additional part-time openings arise. About the School/Program: The School of Computing and Engineering offers undergraduate degrees in civil, industrial, mechanical and software engineering, as well as AI & computing and computer science. It also offers graduate degrees in computer science, cybersecurity, and informatics. Dedicated to providing a first-rate engineering learning experience for our students, the school focuses on high-quality instruction, and offers hands-on training, applied learning opportunities and meaningful student-faculty relationships. About Quinnipiac:

Quinnipiac University is a private, coeducational institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university currently has an enrollment of 9,700 students in more than 100-degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Computing & Engineering, Education, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing and the College of Arts & Sciences. Our 20 Division I teams have achieved remarkable success, boasting national and conference titles — including a 2023 NCAA national championship win in men’s ice hockey, a trip to the Sweet 16 for our women's basketball team and NCAA Tournament appearances by many of our programs. The Quinnipiac University Poll is nationally recognized as a leader in public opinion research, and the university is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report and Princeton Review. The Wall Street Journal ranked Quinnipiac #51 among the best colleges in the nation, and second in Connecticut, for our exceptional graduation rate, salary impact, learning facilities, career preparation and learning opportunities.

The university is in the midst of program expansion and renewal for both traditional and adult learners, the development of innovative strategic partnerships, and recently opened South Quad with three state-of-the-art buildings.

As Quinnipiac grows, the university remains guided by the core values that define our community and shapes the experience of every student and employee.

• We are fiercely committed to ensuring every Bobcat thrives. We are a lifelong partner for every learner.
• We passionately care about our community. Everyone should feel welcome and valued.
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These values are the foundation of who we are and reflect the Quinnipiac spirit found across our campuses. For more information, please visit qu.edu. Connect with Quinnipiac on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and X.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for all duties normally associated with teaching as a university faculty member, including but not limited to:

• Implementing common course syllabus, or developing and/or updating course syllabus, as applicable. Posting the syllabus to Canvas.
• Preparation of lectures, project, or other student assignments.
• Presenting instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the course.
• Meeting all scheduled classes at the times published in the course schedule.
• Notifying your department chair or program director in advance and arranging for coverage, in the unusual event that you cannot be present at a scheduled class.
• Checking Quinnipiac email frequently to stay current with all communications. (This includes checking email for the five business days after the final grade submission deadline in the event a student appeals their final grade in your course(s) as permitted by the Procedure to Appeal a Final Grade in the Catalog.)
• Completing mandatory training within the time frame identified as defined by Human Resources. Examples include: Harassment & Discrimination, Data Security & Privacy and Managing Bias.

The current spring semester openings are in day and early evening on-ground sections (some flexibility regarding offering time is possible) for the following courses:

• MER 340 – Manufacturing/Machine Design (3 credit) – This course introduces machine component design and manufacturing, relating fundamental engineering science to machine components. It covers load, stress and strain analyses, and fatigue. The course progresses to the study of machine component design, including mechanical components such as linkages, fasteners, springs, bearings, gears and shafts.
• MER 320 – Thermodynamics (3 credits) – This course focuses on thermodynamics. It applies conservation principles for mass, energy and linear momentum as well as the second law of thermodynamics. Principles are applied to power generation systems, refrigeration cycles and total air conditioning. Thermodynamic principles also are applied to the automotive system to examine engine performance (Otto and Diesel cycles) and to high performance aircraft to examine the Brayton cycle.
• MER 330L – Introduction to Circuits Lab (1 credit) - Students learn and practice hands-on techniques relevant to circuit analysis, such as bread board prototyping, voltage and current measurements, soldering, and basic data acquisition. All experimental results obtained in the lab are analyzed in the context of the theoretical framework presented in the course.

Additional openings for the spring semester and beyond include foundation mechanical engineering course that include (but are not limited to) the following course offerings:

• MER 210 (Engineering Mechanics/Statics)
• MER 220 and MER 220L (Mechanics of Materials)
• MER 310 (Fluid Mechanics)

Additional course and curriculum information may be found at Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering – Quinnipiac University Academic Catalog

Education Requirements:

• A minimum of a Master’s degree in Engineering or a related field is preferred, although consideration will be given to excellent candidates who possess practical experience or professional licensure.

Qualifications

• Ability to teach assigned courses.
• Teaching experience at the undergraduate level.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with individuals from varied backgrounds.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Quinnipiac University is considering only those applicants who have valid authorization to work in the United States. Quinnipiac University does not sponsor employment based visas for this position.

TO APPLY:

Applications must be submitted electronically and include a cover letter indicating your interest and qualification for the position, which course(s) you are interested in teaching, your teaching availability in terms of days of the week and times for the semester, and a curriculum vitae or resume including details of teaching experience.

Consideration of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Quinnipiac University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and respectful environment where individuals feel valued, supported, and experience a strong sense of belonging.