Job Description

Job Summary
The Department of Mechanical Engineering in the Washkewicz College of Engineering at Cleveland State University invites applications for an Assistant College Lecturer position starting August 17, 2026.

Assistant College Lecturers may be assigned up to 15 credits per semester and may engage in service duties as assigned. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in the broader areas of mechanical engineering, with a focus on solid mechanics, design, controls, manufacturing, and general engineering. Successful candidates are expected to possess excellent communication skills, the potential for industry collaboration, and the ability to contribute to the department and college through teaching and/or service in a diverse, culturally sensitive environment, while promoting academic excellence.

The Mechanical Engineering Department provides a rigorous education in the principles of mechanical engineering, supplemented by practical experience and communication skills, to transform students into well-rounded, competent, ready-to-go engineers. The department offers doctoral, master’s, and an ABET-accredited bachelor’s degree, with currently 450 undergraduate students and 150 graduate students. Faculty areas of expertise include robotics, biomechanics, manufacturing, automation, fluid dynamics, thermal and energy systems. Additional information about the department is available at www.csuohio.edu/engineering/mce.

The Washkewicz College of Engineering traces its roots back to 1923, when it was founded as Fenn College, and has since maintained its reputation for excellence in engineering education and research. The university is well-known for its interdisciplinary programs and enjoys partnerships with several industrial corporations and NASA Glenn Research Center.

Cleveland State University is a state-assisted metropolitan university in the city of Cleveland with approximately 14,000 students. CSU is a major urban university with partnerships with several industrial corporations and the NASA Glenn Research Center.

CSU is committed to academic excellence and diversity within its faculty, staff, and student body in all dimensions. CSU is striving to be a nationally recognized and student-focused public research institution that provides accessible, affordable, and Engaged Learning opportunities for all.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications
Doctoral degree in Mechanical Engineering;
Experience in teaching undergraduate mechanical engineering courses in the area of solid mechanics, design, manufacturing, and controls, experience in teaching laboratory courses;
Excellent communication skills and industrial experience.

Date grant, position, or appointment expires (For Funds Available, Temporary, and Waiver of Posting
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicant Instructions
Applications will only be accepted online at https://hrjobs.csuohio.edu/postings/25593. Mailed or emailed application materials will not be accepted. Preference will be given to applications received by January 16, 2026. All inquiries about the position should be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Tushar Borkar, at [email protected].

List of documents the applicant is required to submit:

Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
Teaching Philosophy
(Optional) Evidence of Teaching Experience (e.g., Course Evaluations and other relevant documents etc.)
Contact information for three references – references will be contacted via email and asked to upload a letter of support on your behalf.

CSU is an urban university with more than 14,000 students located in the heart of Cleveland, OH. According to the Brookings Institution, CSU is No. 18 in the U.S. among public universities that fulfill a critical dual mission: providing upward mobility and conducting impactful research. CSU is the only Ohio university in the top tier of the Brookings list. For additional information about the city of Cleveland, see https://www.thisiscleveland.com/.

Hire is contingent upon the maintenance of existing levels of funding from the State of Ohio. Offer of employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of the University’s verification of credentials (including evidence of a Ph.D.) and other information required by law and/or University policies or practices, including but not limited to a criminal background check.

It is the policy of Cleveland State University to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran, or genetic information.
Hiring Range /Pay Rate
Competitive Salary

Advertising Copy
Job Posting:
The Department of Mechanical Engineering in the Washkewicz College of Engineering at Cleveland State University invites applications for an Assistant College Lecturer position starting August 17, 2026.

Assistant College Lecturers may be assigned up to 15 credits per semester and may engage in service duties as assigned. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in the broader areas of mechanical engineering, with a focus on solid mechanics, design, controls, manufacturing, and general engineering. Successful candidates are expected to possess excellent communication skills, the potential for industry collaboration, and the ability to contribute to the department and college through teaching and/or service in a diverse, culturally sensitive environment, while promoting academic excellence.

The Mechanical Engineering Department provides a rigorous education in the principles of mechanical engineering, supplemented by practical experience and communication skills, to transform students into well-rounded, competent, ready-to-go engineers. The department offers doctoral, master’s, and an ABET-accredited bachelor’s degree, with currently 450 undergraduate students and 150 graduate students. Faculty areas of expertise include robotics, biomechanics, manufacturing, automation, fluid dynamics, thermal and energy systems. Additional information about the department is available at www.csuohio.edu/engineering/mce.

The Washkewicz College of Engineering traces its roots back to 1923, when it was founded as Fenn College, and has since maintained its reputation for excellence in engineering education and research. The university is well-known for its interdisciplinary programs and enjoys partnerships with several industrial corporations and NASA Glenn Research Center.

Cleveland State University is a state-assisted metropolitan university in the city of Cleveland with approximately 14,000 students. CSU is a major urban university with partnerships with several industrial corporations and the NASA Glenn Research Center.

CSU is committed to academic excellence and diversity within its faculty, staff, and student body in all dimensions. CSU is striving to be a nationally recognized and student-focused public research institution that provides accessible, affordable, and Engaged Learning opportunities for all.

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications:
Doctoral degree in Mechanical Engineering;
Experience in teaching undergraduate mechanical engineering courses in the area of solid mechanics, design, manufacturing, and controls, experience in teaching laboratory courses;
Excellent communication skills and industrial experience.