Mount Vernon Nazarene University (MVNU) is an intentionally Christian teaching university for traditional age students, graduate students, and working adults who seek opportunities to learn and grow in an academic community of faith. The University provides the context for a transformational experience through excellent academics, service opportunities, caring relationships, and a nurturing spiritual and social environment. Faculty, staff, and students are challenged to achieve their highest potential, to become increasingly Christ-like and to make a difference in their world through lifelong service.
Mount Vernon Nazarene University seeks a full-time (
ten
-month) Mechanical
Engineering Faculty Member for its School of Natural and Social Sciences on the Mount Vernon main campus, beginning fall s
emester
2023
. Rank is open. Compensation is competitive among the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities. A full complement of benefits is provided, including a health care plan, retirement contributions and tuition assistance (self and dependents).
Responsibilities may include:
Teaching a broad range of undergraduate engineering courses required for the Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering program. Teaching assignments are expected to be in courses related to general engineering with a concentration in mechanical engineering. Teaching of other related courses may be required
Advising of students majoring in Engineering and ensuring that their academic progress meets requirements set by the institution, working with students to encourage professional development, and working with upper-level students on their senior capstone design projects
Supporting departmental efforts for continued improvement of programs
Serving the University through committee participation
Qualifications:
Evangelical Christian statement of faith, experience, and mission fit
A graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field is required. An earned Ph.D. in Engineering is preferred
Candidates with PE certification and industry experience are particularly desirable
The candidate should have a broad interest in engineering disciplines at the undergraduate level and the ability to teach courses related to machine synthesis, engineering materials, mechanical vibrations, and ability to mentor students in capstone design projects
Strong presentation skills, and commitment to quality classroom instruction and student learning
Excellent oral and written communication skills, and proven ability to work collaboratively with others
Ability to lift 25 lbs
In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, the university actively encourages applications from members of all ethnic groups underrepresented in higher education. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however, early application is strongly advised. Interested candidates should send an application letter, curriculum vita, unofficial college transcripts, evidence of teaching competence, names and contact information for three references, a one- to two- page statement of educational philosophy, and a one- to two-page statement of faith.
Prior to a final offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to submit to a background check including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification and criminal background check. Mount Vernon Nazarene University does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or military service in administering its employment policies and practices. As a religious educational institution under the auspices of the Church of the Nazarene, the University is permitted by law to consider religious beliefs/practices in making employment decisions and does so to achieve its mission. The University requires as a condition of employment that all employees subscribe to standards of the Church of the Nazarene and conduct their lives in accordance therewith.
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