Assistant Professor Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Notice of Filing

NOTICE OF FILING - Please do not apply to this position as it has been filled. This posting is mandatory to meet a United States Department of Labor requirement. See the job posting for more details.

A competitive recruitment and selection process was conducted for this employment opportunity and a U.S. worker was not selected. An application for Alien Employment Certification is being filed on behalf of an alien to fill the employment opportunity. Anyone with documentary evidence relative to the application, or available workers, wages and/or working conditions, may contact the Regional Certifying Office of the Department of Labor at the following address:

U.S. Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration Office of Foreign Labor Certification 200 Constitution Avenue NW, Room N- 5311 Washington, DC 20210

The Mechanical and Industrial Engineering department seeks multiple new full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professors in Mechanical Engineering. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate engineering courses and labs, engaging in professional development activities, and providing services to the department and the university. The department is seeking candidates with the desire and ability to teach a broad range of mechanical engineering courses. Primary consideration will be given to candidates with a willingness todevelop courses in emerging areas of Manufacturing and to teach Manufacturing Processes, Engineering Materials, and Design of Machine Elements. Secondary consideration will be given to those who can also teach Engineering Modeling & Design and Mechanisms and Machines. Candidates with strong backgrounds in other areas may be considered. Please see the curriculum as listed in thecatalog.

This is a full-time, benefit-eligible position with a 9-month academic appointment.Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.The Universities of Wisconsin System has anationally top ranked retirement planand acomprehensive benefits package. Relocation assistance and Trailing Partners Engagement Program are available.

The primary duty will be teaching undergraduate courses in Mechanical Engineering in different modalities. Mechanical engineering faculty members are expected to participate in curriculum development, academic assessment, and professional development which among other things may include undergraduate research and scholarly activities, as well as university/community service. Mechanical engineering faculty serve as academic advisors and are expected to work with colleagues across campus in cross-disciplinary collaborations outside the classroom. Additionally, faculty may have the opportunity to teach graduate level courses as part of our online MS Engineering program.

Required Qualifications:

To be considered for this position, applicants must respond to all required qualifications.

• PhD in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Aerospace Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a closely related field, must earned by start date of position.

• Ability to utilize pedagogies that are proven to increase students' engagement and retention.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Record of professional development, or willingness to develop in areas related to teaching, research, or scholarly work.

About Mechanical and Industrial Engineering at University of Wisconsin-Platteville

Mechanical Engineering is the largest major at UW-Platteville. It currently has 20 tenured/tenure-track faculty and 7 instructional academic staff serving approximately 1000 students and graduating about 190 annually. The program is primarily based on the Platteville campus, with an additional 60-100 students enrolled through the online, asynchronous Platteville Engineering Partnership (PEP) Program. Our department offers a hands-on, experiential education, and our graduates are highly sought after across Wisconsin, Iowa, Illinois, and beyond. We maintain strong, long-standing partnerships with the industry throughout the region.

The program is housed in a new state-of-the-art engineering facility. The Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Department emphasizes interdisciplinary coursework, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and modern inclusive pedagogy. We are a student-centered program committed to accessible undergraduate education, effective teaching practices, and fostering an inclusive learning environment. Anticipated starting salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. This position isbenefit-eligible.

About the College of Engineering, Mathematics and Science:

The Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Department is in the College of Engineering, Mathematics, and Science (EMS). The College of EMS serves about 2,500 undergraduate students and 70 graduate students.

The College of EMS's values are provided below:

We, the employees of the College of EMS, value being a key player in our undergraduate students' success:

• We value teaching excellence, continuously improving our teaching skills, creating engaging learning environments, and implementing known best practices in STEM education

• We value nurturing a culture of care toward our students and our colleagues

• We value the university's goal of serving students with a wide range of preparation, and we meet our students where they are

• We value high standards to prepare our students for the rigors of the STEM workplace

• We value providing job-ready skills to our students through authentic, applied, and hands-on learning experiences

Why It's Great to be a Pioneer:
TheUniversity of Wisconsin-Platteville, founded in 1866, offers 47 baccalaureate and 10 master's programs. It possesses institutional strengths in middle level education, engineering, industrial technology, agriculture, criminal justice, and business. The campus is located in Southwest Wisconsin's largest and most historic community. The region offers excellent school systems, high quality medical and hospital facilities, outstanding recreational opportunities, and vibrant businesses and industries. UW-Platteville is a cultural and educational center for the Tri-State region of Illinois, Iowa and Wisconsin.

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Application Deadline:
Applications must be submitted through ouronline applicant portal. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.

How to Apply:
The following documents are required for applicant consideration:

• Letter of application addressing the position summary and all required qualifications

• A statement of teaching philosophy

• A current curriculum vitae

• Contact information (name, telephone number, and email address) for 3 professional references.

QUESTIONS MAY BE ADDRESSED TO:

Dr. John Obielodan,

Chair, Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering

Email: obielodanj@uwplatt.edu