Grand Canyon University · 8 hours ago
Full Time Faculty Mechanical Engineering College of Engineering & Technology
Phoenix, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expGrand Canyon University is one of Arizona’s leading institutions of higher learning. They are seeking a full time faculty member to teach Mechanical Engineering for the traditional ground campus, focusing on equipping students with the necessary skills and fostering diversity within the academic community.
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Responsibilities
Equip students with the required skill set, facilitating classroom discussions, assessing student performance and preparing students to be successful leaders in their chosen profession
Teach undergraduate courses within the major, mentors and assists undergraduate majors in electrical engineering outside classroom hours
Assist administration in driving curriculum design & development
Work with leadership on strategic planning initiatives advancing engineering education
Develop and administer forward-thinking short and long term plans for development and growth
Assist the University in building a solid foundation for growth of engineering programs
Foster and promote diversity and collegiality among faculty, students, and staff and is an advocate for change
Develop and maintain relationships with industry to support internships, project collaborations, industrial mentoring and Capstone projects
Assist the Dean in developing internal and external communities that promote the major field of study, college, and University
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, from a regionally accredited institution
1-3 years of relevant work experience in an engineering field or higher education teaching experience in an engineering program. An equivalent combination of relevant work experience and education may be substituted
An extensive, advanced, and current knowledge of Mechanical Engineering, specifically, in one of the following sub-disciplines – dynamics, dynamic systems and control, and material science, or a closely related field
Able to teach related coursework in Mechanical Engineering
Ability to articulate a clear understanding of values-based education from a Christian perspective
Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University's Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University
Preferred
Doctoral degree in Mechanical Engineering, or similar, from a regionally accredited institution
3-5 years of relevant work experience in an engineering field and engineering teaching experience
Familiarity with higher education, curriculum planning, best teaching and administrative practices; or a record of excellence in teaching
Understanding of the various methods of adult learning
Background in Dynamics and Controls
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts
401K savings plan
Free covered parking
Education Tuition Discount Program
Free on-site gyms on campus
Company
Grand Canyon University
Grand Canyon University is a private Christian university. GCU is regionally accredited and offers on campus and online degree programs.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Brian Mueller
President & CEO
Ronald Berman
Associate Dean College of Doctoral Studies and Program Chair Doctor of Business Administration
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