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Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States
Onsite
Salary & Benefits: Minimum starting salary of $90,000, commensurate with experience.
Primary Duties:
The ideal candidate will bring teaching and research experience in advanced manufacturing engineering, preferably including some of the following:
The candidate will be expected to teach both graduate and undergraduate courses.
Candidates must have a PhD in materials engineering, manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, or a directly related field or be completing their PhD dissertation in one of those fields at an accredited university prior to starting at GVSU. The new hire will be expected to focus on teaching and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students and contribute to an environment of inclusive excellence.
The BSE program at GVSU includes mandatory co-op education experiences and extensive experiential learning components, including industry-sponsored senior projects. The MSE program emphasizes professional practice as well as applied research. Partly sponsored by local industry, these programs yield job-ready as well as graduate-school-ready engineering graduates in support of the diversified regional industries.
The engineering program values interdisciplinary collaborations and partnerships both within and outside the University. The extensive industry ties of the Padnos College of Engineering provide unique opportunities for industry collaboration and applied research.
Required Qualifications and Education:
Preferred Qualifications and Education:
Working Conditions: Normal office environment. Some travel may be required.
How to Apply: Please attach the following documentation:
If you have questions about the position or the posting, please contact Dr. Chris Pung (pungc@gvsu.edu). If you need technical assistance, please contact Human Resources at hro@gvsu.edu.
Application Deadline: For full consideration, please apply by December 14, 2026. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. See www.gvsu.edu/equalopportunity/. TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State).
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