Visiting Faculty – Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering

Primary Duties: 

The ideal candidate will bring teaching and research experience in advanced materials engineering, preferably including the following: 

• Biomaterials

• Material failure 

• Plastics  

• Additive manufacturing 

The candidate will be expected to teach both graduate and undergraduate materials courses, as well as general freshman-level engineering courses. The Fall teaching load will preferably include biomaterials. The new hire will be expected to focus on teaching and mentoring both undergraduate and graduate students, and to contribute to an environment of inclusive excellence. 

The BSE program at GVSU includes mandatory co-op education experiences and extensive experiential learning components, including industry-sponsored senior projects. The MSE program emphasizes professional practice as well as applied research. Partly sponsored by local industry, these programs yield job-ready as well as graduate-school-ready engineering graduates in support of the diversified regional industries. 

The engineering program values interdisciplinary collaborations and partnerships both within and outside the University. The extensive industry ties of the Padnos College of Engineering provide unique opportunities for industry collaboration and applied research. 

Salary & Benefits: Minimum Starting Salary: $60,000; Commensurate with experience.

• Limited benefits package including medical, life insurance, wellness resources and tuition waiver effective on date of hire.

Required Qualifications and Education:

• Master’s degree in Materials Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a directly related field.

• Documented teaching skills

• Documented research skills

Preferred Qualifications and Education:

• Earned a Ph.D. in Materials Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a directly related field, or be ABD in one of these fields.

• Undergraduate and graduate teaching experience 

• Grant writing abilities 

• Industry experience 

• Industry ties 

• Project management skills 

How to Apply: Apply online at jobs.gvsu.edu and select “Apply Now”. Candidates should submit a cover letter with a summary of their scientific background, strengths, and teaching experience; a complete curriculum vitae; a statement of teaching and mentoring philosophy and interests (2 pages maximum); and contact information for at least three references.  

Questions and/or applications regarding this position should be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Chris Pung (pungc@gvsu.edu). If you need technical assistance, please contact Human Resources at hro@gvsu.edu.

Application must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must not require sponsorship now or in the future.

Application Deadline: All completed applications received by July 6, 2026, will receive full consideration; however, applications will be accepted until position is filled. 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week.  The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. See www.gvsu.edu/equalopportunity/. TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State).

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