**Experienced Part-Time Lecturer Pool for Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing at blithequark**

Are you passionate about teaching and mentoring students in the fields of mechanical and mechatronic engineering and advanced manufacturing? Do you have a strong commitment to undergraduate education and a desire to contribute to the success of our students? If so, we invite you to apply for the Experienced Part-Time Lecturer Pool for Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing at blithequark. **About blithequark** blithequark is a comprehensive and residential public university, holding Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) designation. As part of the 23-campus blithequark system, we educate the most ethnically, economically, and academically diverse student body in the nation. Our university enrolls over 13,000 students, with over half identifying as first-generation college students. We are committed to recruiting outstanding candidates who reflect the intersectional identities of our student body and who share our values of student success, equity, and inclusion. **The Department of Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing** The Department of Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing is one of seven departments in the College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Construction Management. Our department offers two accredited engineering B.S. degrees: Mechanical Engineering (367 current majors) and Mechatronic Engineering (156 current majors), as well as a B.S. degree in Advanced Manufacturing and Applied Robotics (22 current majors). We also offer a minor in Advanced Manufacturing (24 current minors). Our department prides itself on maintaining rigorous curricula, delivering programs that are practice-oriented with a strong design focus, and having accessible faculty who provide a high degree of personal attention to all students. **Responsibilities** As a part-time lecturer in the Department of Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing, you will be responsible for teaching a range of courses in mechanical engineering, mechatronic engineering, or advanced manufacturing. Your primary responsibility will be teaching at the undergraduate level, but you may also be responsible for supervising laboratories, student advising, capstone project advising, and program outreach. Teaching assignments will be based upon your qualifications and the needs of the department. **Minimum Qualifications** To be considered for this position, you must have a bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field. You must also have a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching, proficiency in spoken and written English, and expertise in at least one of the three department disciplines. **Preferred Qualifications** Preferred qualifications include prior teaching experience, advanced or terminal degrees in related disciplines, and industrial experience in mechanical or mechatronic engineering or advanced manufacturing. Consideration will be given for professional credentials such as a professional engineer's license and/or manufacturing specific certifications such as CMfgE or CMfgT. Bilingual candidates will be given preference. **Essential Skills and Competencies** To be successful in this role, you will need to possess the following essential skills and competencies: * Strong teaching and mentoring skills * Ability to communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and staff * Strong organizational and time management skills * Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and staff * Strong commitment to student success and equity * Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and priorities * Strong technical skills in mechanical engineering, mechatronic engineering, or advanced manufacturing **Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits** As a part-time lecturer at blithequark, you will have opportunities to grow and develop your career through: * Teaching and mentoring students in a dynamic and diverse learning environment * Collaborating with colleagues and staff to develop and implement innovative curricula and programs * Participating in professional development opportunities to enhance your teaching and technical skills * Contributing to the success of our students and the department through your expertise and experience **Work Environment and Company Culture** blithequark is committed to creating a work environment that is inclusive, accessible, and equitable for all employees. We value diversity and strive to create a workplace that reflects the intersectional identities of our student body. Our campus is located in Northern California, 90 minutes from the state capital, Sacramento, and a three-hour drive from the San Francisco Bay Area. We offer a range of benefits to our employees, including tuition fee waiver (if eligible), sick leave, vacation, and health insurance. **Compensation, Perks, and Benefits** The anticipated hiring range for this position is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience. Most new lecturers are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank. The salary range for this position is: * Lecturer A/2 Full-Time Equivalent Salary Range: $4,530 - $6,056 per month * Lecturer B/3 Full-Time Equivalent Salary Range: $5,405 - $11,994 per month * Lecturer C/4 Full-Time Equivalent Salary Range: $6,190 - $13,172 per month * Lecturer D/5 Full-Time Equivalent Salary Range: $7,794 - $13,797 per month **How to Apply** To apply for this position, please submit the following materials: * A current cover letter (including how you have addressed, or plan to address teaching to diverse student groups) * A CV * A list of courses you believe you are qualified to teach and for which you wish to be considered * A copy of unofficial transcripts for your highest earned degree * Contact information of three professional references All applicants must apply online. Applications submitted via email or in-person to the department will not be considered. **Additional Information** All work must be performed within the State of California. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with blithequark. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current blithequark employees who apply for the position. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status and only employ individuals authorized to work in the U.S. **Expected Salary:** $4,530 - $6,056 per month **Location:** Chico, CA Apply now to join our team of dedicated educators and contribute to the success of our students! Apply for this job