Open Rank Professor of Teaching in Mechanical Engineering
Position overview
Position titles:Assistant Professor of Teaching
Associate/Full Professor of Teaching Position
Application Window
Open date: October 20, 2023
Most recent review date: Monday, Jan 1, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date: Sunday, Jun 30, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
The Department of Mechanical Engineering (ME) at the University of California, Riverside invites applications for an Open Rank Professor of Teaching position beginning in the 2024/2025 academic year. Appointment as an Assistant Professor of Teaching requires evidence of exceptional undergraduate teaching, professional achievement, and service to the academic community. An Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Teaching is expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses and to provide university and public services related to the undergraduate program, including curriculum development, student advising, ABET accreditation, and recruitment outreach. Applicants from all areas of Mechanical Engineering are encouraged to apply.
The Marlan and Rosemary Bourns College of Engineering is a well-established, rapidly growing college at UCR. Ranked in the top 20 best public global universities for engineering by U.S. News & World Report, BCOE has 150 faculty members, more than 3,700 undergraduate students, 1,000 graduate students, and more than $34 million in total annual research expenditures. The College has five departments, 11 undergraduate degree programs, 10 graduate degree programs, and 11 research centers.
Preferred qualifications include:
• A minimum of 3 years of experience and demonstrated record of high-quality and innovative teaching in a wide variety of undergraduate Mechanical Engineering courses in an ABET-accredited program.
• A demonstrated record of teaching in capstone senior design courses and successful engagement with sponsors to generate support for senior design projects.
• Experience in advising undergraduate students in course selection and career development.
• Demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity and inclusiveness in teaching, research, and service, in particular to broadening participation for women and other underrepresented groups in Mechanical Engineering.
Appointments are expected to begin July 1, 2024. A Ph.D. in either Mechanical Engineering or a related area is required at the time of employment. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. Advancement through the faculty ranks at the University of California is through a series of structured, merit-based evaluations, occurring every 2-3 years, each of which includes substantial peer input.
To apply for the position interested individuals are required to submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, three letters of reference or contact information for three references, a Statement of Teaching, an optional Statement of Research, and a Contribution to Diversity Statement to the AP Recruit website at https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/JPF01819. Inquiries should be directed to mesearch@engr.ucr.edu.
Full consideration will be given to applications received by January 1, 2024. The search will continue until the position is filled. For more information regarding the specific areas of interest and application procedures, please visit http://www.engr.ucr.edu/hireme
The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and/or step at appointment. See Table(s) 3. The salary range for this position is $99,100 – $215,800. “Off-scale salaries” and other components of pay, i.e., a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions. See campus compensation page for additional information.
Department: https://www.me.ucr.edu/
Qualifications
Applicants must have a Ph.D. in ME or a closely related field. Must have met the requirements for the Ph.D. by the time of appointment.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience and demonstrated record of high-
quality and innovative teaching in a wide variety of undergraduate Mechanical
Engineering courses in an ABET-accredited program.
• A demonstrated record of teaching in capstone senior design courses and
successful engagement with sponsors to generate support for senior design
projects.
• Experience in advising undergraduate students in course selection and career
development.
• Demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity and inclusiveness in
teaching, research, and service, in particular to broadening participation for
women and other underrepresented groups.
UCR is a world-class research university with an exceptional diverse undergraduate student body. Its Mission is explicitly linked to providing routes to educational success for underrepresented and first-generation college students. A commitment to this mission is preferred qualification.
Application Requirements by Level
Entry Level Faculty Position - Tenured Track
Position title: Assistant Professor of Teaching
Please submit a cover letter, the most recently updated curriculum vitae, three reference letters, a Statement of Teaching, an optional Statement of Research, and a Contribution to Diversity Statement to the AP Recruit website at
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Statement of Research (Optional)
Statement of Teaching
Statement of Past and/or Planned Future Contributions to Advancing Diversity and Inclusive Excellence - In a “Statement of Past and/or Planned Future Contributions to Advancing Diversity and Inclusive Excellence”, we ask applicants to describe their past and/or potential future contributions to promoting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment, which is a key requirement of the role of every faculty member and administrator at UCR. There are numerous ways to contribute, and a commitment to this part of our mission can be reflected through research, teaching, supervision, mentoring, community engagement, service, and any of the other varied activities that are a part of an academic career.
Misc / Additional (Optional)
- 3-5 letters of reference required
Please submit three letters of reference
Advanced Level Tenured Position
Position title: Associate/Full Professor of Teaching Position
Please submit a cover letter, most recently updated curriculum vitae, contact information for three references, a Statement of Teaching, an optional Statement of Research, and a Contribution to Diversity Statement to the AP Recruit website at
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Statement of Research (Optional)
Statement of Teaching
Statement of Past and/or Planned Future Contributions to Advancing Diversity and Inclusive Excellence - In a “Statement of Past and/or Planned Future Contributions to Advancing Diversity and Inclusive Excellence”, we ask applicants to describe their past and/or potential future contributions to promoting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment, which is a key requirement of the role of every faculty member and administrator at UCR. There are numerous ways to contribute, and a commitment to this part of our mission can be reflected through research, teaching, supervision, mentoring, community engagement, service, and any of the other varied activities that are a part of an academic career.
Misc / Additional (Optional)
- 3-5 required (contact information only)
Please provide contact information for three references
Help contact: ajbutler@ucr.edu
About UC Riverside
The University of California, Riverside is a world-class research university with an exceptionally diverse undergraduate student body. UCR is a member institution of the American Association of Universities (AAU) as well as the Alliance of Hispanic Serving Research Universities (HSRU). Its mission is explicitly linked to providing routes to educational success for underrepresented and first-generation college students. A commitment to this mission is a preferred qualification.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.