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Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor of Mechanical Engineering for the Engineering Partnership Program at Colorado Mesa University

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Position Number: 6609648
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Engineering - Mechanical

Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor of Mechanical Engineering for the Engineering Partnership Program at Colorado Mesa University

Requisition Number: 67589
Location: Grand Junction Colorado
Employment Type: Faculty
Schedule: Full Time
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Job Summary

The Paul M. Rady Department of Mechanical Engineering in the College of Engineering and Applied Science (CEAS) at the University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder) invites applications for a full-time Teaching Faculty for the Engineering Partnership Program (EPP) at Colorado Mesa University (CMU). This position is based at Colorado Mesa University in Grand Junction, Colorado and is anticipated to start in August 2026.

This position involves teaching undergraduate engineering courses which could include:

Circuits and electronics for mechanical engineers
Data analysis (statistics) and experimental methods
Senior design/capstone courses
Engineering electives aligned with program needs and applicant's expertise

This position has responsibilities for teaching three upper-division undergraduate engineering courses per semester. In addition to teaching, responsibilities of this position also include:

Serving on EPP committees
Evaluation activities for program accreditation
Student mentoring and advising
Outreach and recruiting
Professional development
Fostering and maintaining relationships with industry

This position is anticipated to be hired at the Assistant Teaching Professor rank; however, qualified candidates may be considered at the Associate Teaching Professor rank.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

The University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder) is one of Colorado's flagship public institutions and among the most research-active public universities in the country. The College of Engineering and Applied Science boasts top-tier rankings for both its graduate and undergraduate engineering programs. Earning the 11th spot among public graduate programs and 17th nationwide for undergraduate engineering. Multiple specialty areas are also ranked within the top 20. Equally importantly, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and academically excellent community. Our approximately 250 tenure-track, 120 instructional-track, and 30 research-track faculty serve more than 6,000 undergraduate students, 1,300 master's students, and 850 PhD students. Our college has three core foci: (i) Research & Innovation, (ii) Education, and (iii) Inclusion. We believe that our college's success requires faculty who actively work to create an inclusive culture within the college and are committed to the campus plan of creating and sustaining supportive campus environments.

To learn more about the College of Engineering and Applied Science please visit our website.

Since 2008, the University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder) has offered accredited bachelor's degrees in mechanical engineering at Colorado Mesa University (CMU) through the Engineering Partnership Program (EPP). Students spend the first two years taking courses with CMU faculty, and the remainder of the program is taught on-site by CU Boulder faculty permanently based at CMU. Students benefit from:

Small class sizes
Modern facilities on a rapidly expanding campus
Faculty focused on undergraduate teaching
Peer coaching program integrated into the first two years of the curriculum
Academic coaching and tutoring
The vibrant, outdoor-focused lifestyle of Western Colorado

The program employs 16 faculty members across mechanical, civil, and electrical/computer engineering disciplines. To date, more than 350 students have earned degrees through the program.

To learn more about the Engineering Partnership Program, please visit our website.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Teach three courses per semester.
Provide service to the Engineering Partnership Program by serving on EPP committees, engaging in evaluation activities for program accreditation, mentoring and advising students, engaging in outreach, recruiting, and professional development, and fostering and maintaining relationships with industry.
The typical distribution of work for this role is 80% teaching and 20% leadership and service.
The selected candidate will be offered a multi-year contract which may be renewable; specific term length will vary based on start date.

What You Should Know

The anticipated start date for this position is August 2026
The position is employed by the University of Colorado Boulder but based full-time on the CMU campus in Grand Junction, Colorado
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What We Can Offer

The anticipated salary range for this position at the Assistant Teaching Professor rank is $80,000 - $90,000 academic year salary. Qualified candidates will be considered for the Associate Teaching Professor rank. The full salary range is $80,000 - $105,000 dependent on rank.
A relocation stipend is available within CEAS guidelines.
In addition to a competitive salary, the University of Colorado Boulder offers gender-neutral paid parental leave; housing down-payment assistance programs; a relocation and dual career assistance program; and teaching and professional development.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.

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What We Require

Candidate must have earned a doctorate degree in mechanical engineering or another related engineering discipline; or a master's degree in an engineering discipline and six years of industry or undergraduate teaching experience.
For a candidate to be considered for appointment to the Associate Teaching Professor rank, the applicant must also have a minimum of 6 years' experience teaching engineering courses at a higher education level and meet unit criteria at this level.

What You Will Need

Candidates should have strong connections to industry.
Ability to teach both mechanical and electrical engineering courses.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials as individual PDF files:

Cover Letter: A cover letter describing your interest in the position and summarizing your personal academic goals (1 page).
Resume/CV: A current curriculum vitae.
A Statement of Teaching Philosophy: A statement of your experience and plans for teaching and mentoring a diverse student body (2-3 pages).
Leadership, Service and Community Contributions Statement: In this statement, describe your leadership and service experience, and demonstrated ability to contribute to a supportive campus community. Please provide details on your track record, calibrated to your career stage, that describe the specific role you played in these efforts. These could include, but are not limited to service on committees, accreditation activities, outreach and student recruiting activities, and engagement with industry. In addition, describe your plans to contribute to our campus plan to Create Supportive Environments, and the College of Engineering and Applied Science Strategic Vision (1-2 pages).

During the application process, you will be asked to provide the name and contact information for at least one reference to submit a letter of recommendation to be considered along with your application materials.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, however for full consideration please apply by November 10, 2025.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs. Background checks will be conducted for all final applicants.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Assistant-Associate-Teaching-Professor-of-Mechanical-Engineering-for-the-Engineering-Partnership-Program-at-Colorado-Mesa-University/67589