About the University:
Manhattan University is nestled in the historic neighborhood or Riverdale, close to dozens of restaurants and shops as well as Van Cortlandt Park, and is only 35 minutes from midtown Manhattan. Manhattan University is nationally ranked and offers degree programs in the arts, business, education, engineering, and science. The University has approximately 2,900 full and part-time undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in over 50 fields of study. It is committed to excellence in teaching a diverse student body and preparing students for successful careers and fulfilling lives. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees and faculty members can thrive personally and professionally.
Position Description The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Manhattan University invites applications for a full-time Visiting Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering position beginning in Fall 2027. We seek an enthusiastic, dedicated, and highly motivated educator who is passionate about engineering education, student mentorship, and preparing the next generation of engineers.
The successful candidate will contribute to the department's undergraduate and graduate programs through high-quality instruction, innovative teaching practices, and meaningful engagement with students. We are particularly interested in candidates who can connect engineering fundamentals with real-world applications, integrate modern engineering tools and technologies into their teaching, and contribute to a collaborative and student-centered academic environment. This position offers an opportunity to join a dynamic engineering department that values academic excellence, hands-on learning, interdisciplinary collaboration, and strong connections between engineering theory and professional practice.
Anticipated opening for Fall 2027, pending budget approval (anticipated Spring 2027).
About the Department:
The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Manhattan University is committed to providing a rigorous and engaging engineering education that combines strong theoretical foundations with practical experience. The department offers undergraduate and graduate educational opportunities and emphasizes engineering analysis, design, experimentation, computational methods, and problem-solving. Students are encouraged to apply their knowledge through laboratory experiences, design projects, research, and participation in engineering competitions and professional activities.
Faculty members work collaboratively to foster an environment that supports student achievement, technical innovation, professional development, and meaningful engagement with the engineering profession.
Job Responsibilities
- Undergraduate and Graduate Teaching: Teach a range of undergraduate and graduate Mechanical Engineering courses based on departmental needs and the candidate’s expertise.
- Laboratory and Experiential Education: Support laboratory instruction and incorporate hands-on experiments, engineering applications, computational tools, and design-based learning into coursework.
- Curriculum Development: Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of courses, laboratory activities, and instructional materials to reflect advances in engineering education and industry practices.
- Student Mentorship: Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students, including those involved in senior design projects, independent studies, and research activities.
- Academic Assessment: Participate in student learning assessment, curriculum evaluation, and continuous improvement activities supporting departmental and accreditation objectives.
- Departmental Engagement: Collaborate with faculty and participate in departmental meetings, academic initiatives, student activities, and other service responsibilities.
- Professional Development: Maintain engagement with developments in Mechanical Engineering, engineering education, and relevant professional practices.
Requirements
- A Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
- Demonstrated ability or strong potential to teach undergraduate and graduate Mechanical Engineering courses effectively.
- Strong technical knowledge in one or more core areas of Mechanical Engineering.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Commitment to student success, academic excellence, and effective teaching.
- Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students in an academic environment.
Supplemental Information Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate one or more of the following:
- Previous teaching experience at the university level, particularly in undergraduate and graduate engineering courses.
- Ability to teach across multiple areas of Mechanical Engineering, including thermal-fluid sciences, solid mechanics, mechanical design, manufacturing, controls, or related disciplines.
- Experience developing and delivering laboratory-based, project-based, or experiential learning activities.
- Proficiency with modern engineering software, computational tools, simulation platforms, or experimental techniques relevant to Mechanical Engineering education.
- Experience mentoring student research, senior design projects, or interdisciplinary engineering teams.
- Experience integrating industry applications, engineering design challenges, and emerging technologies into classroom instruction.
- A record of scholarly activity, professional engineering experience, or technical accomplishments that enhance teaching and student learning.
- Familiarity with ABET accreditation processes and outcomes-based assessment.
Benefits
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work an average of 20 hours per week over the course of a year, receive certain benefits on a pro-rated basis. To learn more details, visit our benefits page. Manhattan University is an E-Verify employer.
Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Catholic Lasallian institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. We expect our faculty, administration, and staff to be knowledgeable about our mission and to make a positive contribution to the mission.
Manhattan University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, marital status, partnership status, pregnancy, caregiver status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity or expression, arrest or conviction record, criminal history, credit history, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, unemployment status and salary history. Manhattan University values and celebrates diversity and is committed to providing an inclusive environment for all employees. All interested, qualified persons are encouraged to apply.
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.