Teaching Assistant Professor

University of North Carolina at Charlotte, United States

Updated: about 23 hours ago
Location: Charlotte, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Information
General Information


Position Number 004470 and 001722
Working Title Teaching Assistant Professor
Classification Title 9-Mo Non-Tenure Track Faculty
College College of Engineering (Col)
Department Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Science
Position Designation Faculty
Employment Type Permanent - Full-time
Months per year 9
Primary Purpose of Department
The Department of Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Science department is the largest department within the William States Lee College of Engineering, staffed by 51 full-time faculty members and 15 staff members who serve over 1,600 undergraduate and graduate students. There are six active NSF CAREER awardees, and faculty are recognized as Fellows of leading professional societies. The Department is internationally recognized for research programs in advanced manufacturing, precision metrology, battery research, motorsports/automotive engineering, energy, aerospace, dynamics & controls, mechanics & materials, and bioengineering. The Department is home to the Center for Precision Metrology (CPM) and the Battery Complexity, Autonomous Vehicle and Electrification Research Center (BATT CAVE), and offers undergraduate concentrations in Aerospace, Biomedical, Energy, Motorsports and Precision Engineering & Metrology. The College of Engineering is leading initiatives in several strategic areas for the university, including Advanced Manufacturing and Metrology, Transformational Energy, Transportation and Advanced Mobility, and Smart and Sustainable Cities.
Vacancy Open to All Candidates
Description of Work

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte recognizes the differentiation of mission, goals, and objectives inherent in the diversity of disciplines represented by its colleges and departments. Thus, the Job Responsibilities and Essential Functions for Non-Tenure Track Faculty should be interpreted in the context of the related departmental and collegiate teaching goals.

Teaching – Faculty responsibilities and essential functions with respect to teaching may include but are not limited to: subject matter competence, course design, course presentation, and grading student work.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Department of Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Science (MEES) at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNC Charlotte) is currently seeking candidates for two 9-month non-tenure-track Teaching Assistant Professor positions (004470 and 001722) with an expected start date of August 2026. We seek outstanding candidates with demonstrated expertise and teaching experience in one or more of the following or related areas:
  • Mechatronics and robotics
  • Design-build and project-based courses
  • Computer-aided and AI-enabled design
  • Mechanics and thermofluids


Successful candidates will play a central role in the department’s undergraduate teaching mission, including mentoring students, supporting career exploration, and contributing to hands-on, experiential, adaptive, and AI-enabled learning. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to, engaging in accreditation activities, program assessment, and service to the Department, College, and University as needed.
Minimum Experience/Education

UNC Charlotte gives primary consideration to the earned masters and/or terminal degree in the teaching discipline or a related discipline.
Preferred Education, Skills and Experience
Minimum Qualifications
  • Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline by the start of the appointment.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Teaching experience in mechanical engineering.
  • Potential for or evidence of laboratory development, senior design projects mentoring, large classes teaching, or experiential learning.
  • Potential for or evidence of effective online or hybrid teaching.
  • Experience in or promise for student mentoring/advising.
  • Ability to engage with professional societies and industry partners, and/or collaborate with community partners.
  • Licensed Professional Engineering (PE) designation.
Necessary Licenses/Certifications
Licensed Professional Engineering (PE) designation preferred but not required.
Special Notes to Applicants
Applicants are required to submit the following documents for Positions 004470 / 001722:
  • One-page letter of interest.
  • Curriculum Vitae.
  • Statement of teaching and research interests (up to three pages).
  • Contact information for at least three references.


Interested applicants are encouraged to review the program’s website or contact the chair of the Search Committee Professor Terry Xu (ttxu@charlotte.edu ), with further questions. Please review the full job description at jobs.charlote.edu (position number 004470 or 001722) for additional information, expectations, and requirements.
Interviews are expected to begin in March 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. The candidates selected for the two positions will be required to provide official transcripts of their highest degree earned, and will be subject to a criminal background check.
Hiring is subject to budget availability 
Job Open Date 01/15/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Date Review of Applications will Begin 02/23/2026
Proposed Hire Date 08/10/2026
If time-limited, please indicate appointment end date
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