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Boston University · 1 week ago

Professor of the Practice, Mechanical Engineering Department, College of Engineering

Boston, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$125K/yr - $175K/yr

Boston University is inviting applications for a faculty position in the Department of Mechanical Engineering. The successful candidate will coordinate the Senior Capstone course, lead a team of instructors, and work with industry to create meaningful projects for students.

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Responsibilities

Coordinating the Senior Capstone course within the department

Leading a team of instructors

Working with industry to solicit projects and financial support

Organizing and curating projects to provide the most meaningful experience for students

Overseeing the operations of the entire course

Mentoring several of the student teams

Participation with department curriculum and assessment committees

Collaboration with faculty in related courses

Qualification

Industry partnershipsOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsTeaching experienceProduct designManufacturing engineeringMentoring experienceCommitment to student success

Required

Substantial experience in industrial settings and/or strong connections to industry from which real-world capstone projects can be developed

Demonstrated interest in teaching, including experience teaching relevant Mechanical Engineering courses, conducting outreach, or mentoring and training students or colleagues

Experience in product design and/or manufacturing engineering

Ability to forge industry partnerships – Connect students with real-world projects supported by well-funded budgets

Strong organizational skills – Ability to manage a multi-faceted program, establish realistic deadlines, milestones, and deliverables, and oversee progress toward completion

Exceptional communication skills – Ability to communicate effectively with students and multiple faculty advisors in a timely and professional manner

Commitment to student success – Passion for helping students flourish and excel in engineering, with the ability to integrate engineering analysis and engineering design

Previous teaching, advising, or mentoring experience

Benefits

Full benefits

Additional summer salary opportunities may be available through teaching summer courses or taking on administrative roles.

Company

Boston University

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Boston University is one of the leading private research and teaching institutions in the world today, with three primary campuses in the heart of Boston and programs around the world.

Founded in 2012

Boston, Massachusetts, USA

5001-10000 employees

https://www.bu.edu/hic/

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