Assistant Professor Of Mechanical Engineering

Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering

As a part of a diverse community of faculty and staff who represent many faith systems and worldviews, the E.S. Witchger School of Engineering at Marian University in Indianapolis invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track assistant professor in mechanical engineering, starting August 2026. We seek candidates in all related fields who will promote Marian University's Catholic Franciscan mission and identity by providing learners with an emphasis on advanced manufacturing, robotics, automation, additive manufacturing, artificial intelligence, machine learning, sustainable engineering, renewable energy, controls, and mechatronics. Marian University is a Catholic, comprehensive, national university that has experienced significant growth and expanded academic offerings in recent years. We offer a broad range of programs grounded in Franciscan and liberal arts traditions. Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to student learning. The successful candidate will support the university's Catholic mission and promote innovative pedagogy, integrating hands-on training and community-based learning across the curriculum. As a Kern Entrepreneurial Engineering Network (KEEN) university, Witchger Engineering integrates entrepreneurial-minded learning into its curriculum. Our collaborative and growing community values student engagement, problem-solving, and communication. Marian University encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Indianapolis is a dynamic city, recognized for its cultural, dining, and sporting opportunities, and regularly ranked among Money Magazine's "Best Places to Live" and Time Magazine's "World's Greatest Places."

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Actively engage the Catholic Franciscan mission and identity of Marian University by modeling the Franciscan Sponsorship Values and honoring the legacy of the founding congregation through transformative education, unity in diversity, leadership through service, integrating faith and life, and institutional policies.
• Teach up to 12 credit hours per semester. Course releases may be available for those participating in research, developing innovative pedagogy, or performing other duties.
• Demonstrate academic excellence, the potential for distinctive contributions to the holistic development of students, and help advance the mission and values of the university.
• Engage students in research, scholarship, and other professional activities.
• Mentor and advise students through academic advising, student societies, research, and internship opportunities.
• Participate in the life of the campus, including participation in faculty governance and co-curricular programs within the engineering school and across the university.
• Contribute to curriculum development and assessment within the department.

University Expectations:

• Knowledge of and a commitment to the mission of Marian University
• Adheres to Marian University's policies and procedures
• Shows courtesy and respect in interactions with fellow employees, students subordinates, and supervisors
• Communicates regularly with supervisor about Department issues
• Meets department productivity standards
• Participates in developing department goals, objective, and systems
• Assists to establish department measurements that align and support the accomplishment of the University's strategic goals
• Adheres to the department budget

Required Qualifications:

• Knowledge of and commitment to the mission and strategic vision of Marian University.
• A Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated potential for excellence and innovation in student-centered instruction of students of varying abilities at the university level.
• Demonstrated interest in science teaching pedagogy, curriculum and program development. Experience with online teaching is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with colleagues of diverse backgrounds.

Review of applications will begin on March 30 and continue until the position is filled.

For consideration, all applications require:

1. Cover Letter
2. Current resume or CV
3. Teaching Statement
4. Contact information of three professional references. The reference contact information must be entered after the application is submitted in the "My Presence" section of the applicant profile.
5. Responses to the supplementary mission & identity questions.

Please review Marian University's Mission & Identity Statement before responding to the supplementary questions on your application.

Information requests should be sent to Dr. Daba Gedafa (dgedafa@marian.edu), Dean of the E.S. Witchger School of Engineering.

Essential Functions: Work hours necessary to perform job requirements satisfactorily on a regular basis. Manage absence from work in responsible manner to ensure service to clients, work teams, and coworkers. Comply with Marian University policies and practices and seeking clarification of them when necessary.

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, equipment, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Limitations and Disclaimer: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or signify can't risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and States Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.

Marian University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans, are encouraged to apply.