Instructor of Engineering Science and Mechanics

The Engineering Science and Mechanics (ESM) Department at Virginia Tech is seeking a non-tenure track Instructor that will begin on August 10, 2010. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. or a M.S. in Engineering Mechanics or a related discipline. Candidates with an M.S. degree must have taken a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours of courses related to engineering mechanics. Teaching experience in a university or college is preferred.

The initial appointment will be for one year with the possibility of continuation depedent upon performance and availability of funding.

Duties will include teaching undergraduate ESM courses, particularly statics, dynamics, and mechanics of materials.

Applicants should apply online at http://jobs.vt.edu to posting # 0100142 and include a resume, cover letter, the names of at least five references and a teaching statement. The initial review of applications will begin May 1, 2010 and will continue until the position is filled.

Virginia Tech is committed to the principle of diversity and seeks a broad and diverse spectrum of candidates including women, minorities, and people with disabilities. Individuals desiring accommodations or requiring assistance in the application process should notify Ms. Anne-Marie Bracken, brackena@vt.edu, 540-231-3243. Virginia Tech is a recipient of the National Science Foundation ADVANCE Institutional Transformation Award (www.advance.vt.edu) to increase the participation of women in academic science and engineering careers.

Additional information may be obtained by accessing ESM's website: http://www.esm.vt.edu. Information about Virginia Tech (www.vt.edu), the College of Engineering (www.eng.vt.edu), and the town of Blacksburg (www.blacksburg.va.us) is available online.