Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering
Columbia, MD, United States
Position Details
Position Information
About Us
Howard Community College (HCC) is an exciting place to work, learn, and grow! We are proud to have received the Great Colleges to Work For honor for 12 consecutive years, 2009-2020.
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Position Title
Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering
FLSA
Exempt
FT/PT
Full Time
Hours Per Week
37.5
Work Schedule
M-F 8:30-5
Grade
F3
Minimum Compensation
$67,210
General Responsibilities
The Health, Science, and Technology Division seeks a dynamic, collaborative, and student-centered full-time faculty member to join the Engineering & Technology Department to teach in the field of Mechanical Engineering.
The successful candidate will teach Intro to Engineering, Statics, Dynamics, Mechanics of Materials, Programming Concepts for Engineers, Engineering Design with CAD, Computational Fundamentals, Numerical Methods, and Additive Manufacturing, 3-D Printing and Scanning.
The candidate should have a passion for teaching; a solutions-oriented, growth mindset; and a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and belonging.
Applicants must be willing to teach day or evening courses face-to-face, hybrid, and online.
The teaching load is 15 credits per semester. Release time is available for course coordination. In addition, faculty are expected to maintain at least five (5) office hours per week while class is in session and accept other responsibilities as described below.
Work Performed
Teach courses in Mechanical Engineering, day or evening, in multiple modalities including face-to-face, hybrid, and flexible online
Coordinate Introduction to Engineering, participate in enrollment management, supervise and coach adjunct faculty
Prepare syllabi and Canvas sites
Develop and update course materials
Participate in program management and learning outcome assessment initiatives
Work collaboratively with faculty, and other course coordinators and staff to implement departmental programs
Provide service to the department, division, and college
Attend and actively participate in meetings; keep informed
Respond promptly to requests for information and assistance from students and college administrators
Participate in commencement ceremonies and other significant institutional events
Pursue teaching improvement and professional development
Work cooperatively, respectfully, and effectively with peers, support staff, and administrators; use appropriate communication channels
Other duties as assigned
A full list of faculty responsibilities can be found at: https://www.howardcc.edu/about-us/policies-procedures/chapter-10/-100102-faculty-responsibilities-procedure/
Minimum Education Required
Master's degree
Minimum Number of Years Experience Required
3
Other Knowledge Required
Required : Minimum of a master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field
Prior industry and/or field/ laboratory experience
A minimum of 3 years of college level teaching experience (community college preferred)
Demonstrated experience using a range of teaching and learning methods/pedagogies
Demonstrated success in creating inclusive learning environments of belonging
Evidence of outstanding interpersonal skills, including ability to engage with, teach, and learn from a diverse range of students, faculty, and staff
Ability to work independently, collaboratively, and flexibly, and to take ownership and accountability in work
Proficient in Microsoft Office; demonstrated ease with technology
Demonstrated excellence in oral and written communications
Preferred : Significant prior industry experience
Three years of supervisory experience
Advising Student chapters of ASME or related disciplines, and supervising student clubs/competitions.
Working Conditions This is a 10-Month Position.
Hours Per Week: 37.5
Work Schedule: Based on needs of Department and course load.
Compensation: Starting rank, and starting salary within rank, depend on teaching experience and other qualifications. Includes excellent medical insurance and other benefits. This position is not overtime eligible.
Grade: Full Time Faculty
Open Until Filled: Yes
Best Consideration: May 15, 2024
Pre-employment criminal background investigation is a condition of employment.
Supervisory Postion?
No
Division
Teaching and Learning (Div) - NEW
Department
Health, Science, & Technology HST - NEW
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
B349P
Number of Vacancies
1
Best Consideration Date
05/16/2024
Job Open Date
04/16/2024
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
No
Job Category
Faculty
Benefits Summary
Howard Community College offers competitive salaries, excellent medical and dental selections, tuition reimbursement and paid leave programs. As a participating member of the Maryland Retirement and Pension System, HCC offers two retirement options: The Pension, which requires a 7% employee contribution and The ORP, a 403(b) with a 7.25% employer contribution only. Employees in positions that do not require a bachelor's degree must participate in The Pension. Employees that possess a bachelor's degree and hold professional positions that require a bachelor's degree may choose to participate in either The Pension or The ORP.
Applicant Instructions
*Pre-employment criminal background investigation is a condition of employment.
HCC is interested in all qualified applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. However, HCC will generally not sponsor applicants for work visas. Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland are eligible for work at HCC and include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in the commutable area or willing to relocate at their own expense if offered the position because HCC does not offer relocation benefits.
Please complete the entire HCC Employment Application (Candidates will be evaluated on completing the college's application in full).
Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://howardcc.peopleadmin.com/postings/3882
EEO Statement
Howard Community College (HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.
HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443-518-1100.
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