Position Description

The Department of Mechanical Engineering and the Center for Manufacturing Excellence (CME) at the University of Mississippi invites applications for a joint appointed, non-tenure track Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice. The primary focus of this position will be on teaching the mechanical engineering capstone design courses, CME lean manufacturing coursework and additional undergraduate courses as needed. The incumbent will also be a liaison with the automotive industry in the region, support the CME extension services division, and advise engineering student groups.

The mechanical engineering and CME curricula both include multiple opportunities for hands-on learning; the department and center place a strong emphasis on active learning in the classroom and experiential learning through design competitions, internships and co-ops, undergraduate research, and study abroad. The design courses taught by the successful candidate are a key component of this experience, in which students develop and demonstrate their proficiency of technical, communication, and teamwork skills through hands-on projects.

The candidate will also contribute to the mechanical engineering department and the CME in matters of curricula and instruction, serve on related committees, have the opportunity to work with student competition teams, help advise and mentor undergraduates, and work with and develop new industry partners to help create internship and co-op opportunities for students.

Applications and nominations will be accepted until the position is filled. Review of applications will begin immediately.

Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must have a Master’s degree or higher with at least one degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field and a minimum of 10 years of non-academic experience in some facet of the automotive manufacturing industry. Faculty rank is open and will be determined based on the experience and qualifications of the candidate.

Application Procedures

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants must apply online at https://careers.olemiss.edu and must include a cover letter, detailed curriculum vita, teaching statement, and a list of at least three references. Incomplete applications will not be considered for the position. Any questions regarding this position should be addressed to the Search Committee Chair (Prof. Farzbod) via email at [email protected].

Position Details
Appointment (9 Month)
Assignment Type (Non-Tenure Track)
Application Procedures
Combine the documents into two individual documents and utilize the "cover letter" and "resume" upload feature.
About the University of MS & Oxford, MS
Founded in 1848, the University of Mississippi (UM), affectionately known to alumni, students and friends as Ole Miss, is Mississippi's flagship university. Included in the elite group of R-1: Doctoral Universities - Highest Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification, it has a long history of producing leaders in public service, academics and business. The University of Mississippi, consistently named by The Chronicle of Higher Education as a “Great College to Work For,” is located in Oxford, MS, which is ranked one of the “Top 10 Best College Towns.” With more than 24,000 students, UM is the state's largest university and is ranked among the nation's fastest-growing institutions. The University of Mississippi, which has aggressively implemented many health and wellness initiatives for its more than 2,900 employees, has consistently been named one of Mississippi’s Healthiest Workplaces.

Touted as the “Cultural Mecca of the South”, creativity abounds in Oxford as musicians, artists and writers alike find inspiration in Oxford’s rich history, small town charm and creative community. Oxford is a one-hour drive south of Memphis, TN and is known as the home of Nobel Prize winning author William Faulkner. Over the years Oxford has also been known for offering exceptional culinary experiences and as the home of the University of Mississippi and the Ole Miss Rebels, there is always something here to immerse yourself in. Oxford has also been featured as a literary and arts destination in such publications as The New York Times, Southern Living, Condé Nast Traveler, and GQ. Among other cultural activities, annual events include the Oxford Film Festival, a thriving local music scene, and the Ford Center Performing Arts Series. Oxford is a vibrant university town, filled with unique shops and galleries, eclectic restaurants and clubs, historic landmarks, and comfortable inns.