Position Available: Johns Hopkins University -- Mechanical Engineering Lecturer

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Johns Hopkins University invites applications for a full-time lecturer position. The individual selected for this position will be expected to contribute to the department’s educational mission through teaching, course development, and advising and mentoring students. They might also engage in mechanical engineering scholarship. Johns Hopkins is a private university well known for its commitment to academic excellence and research. The mechanical engineering department is among the top in the country in terms of research activities and educational programs. See our web page at http://www.me.jhu.edu for additional information.

The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field and demonstrated excellence in teaching. This position requires experience in experimental techniques, and interest in teaching laboratory and design courses. The successful candidate will work closely with faculty colleagues. Applications should include a cover letter, a curriculum vita, a statement of teaching philosophy and interests, and should be submitted electronically as a single PDF document to me-search@jhu.edu with "Lecturer Search" in the subject line. Applicants should arrange for three reference letters to be sent directly to me-search@jhu.edu. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, beginning October 15, 2010.

The Department is committed to a diverse environment; women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Johns Hopkins University is an EEO/AA Employer.