University Faculty Industrial/Mechanical Engineering
Requisition Number: F00490P
Job Description:
The College of Engineering, Applied Science & Technology at Weber State University is accepting applications for an assistant tenure track faculty position in a new Industrial Engineering program starting fall semester, 2026. The new Industrial Engineering program is an extension of the robust Mechanical Engineering department which offers baccalaureate degrees in energy engineering, mechanical engineering, mechanical engineering technology and an associate in pre-engineering. The selected individual will teach a variety of fundamental industrial engineering courses.
Job Duties:
Expected duties include program-building, advising, community and industry outreach, course development, and service to the department, college, and university. Required courses to be taught are Operations Research, Human Factors, Work Analysis & Design, Production Engineering, and Facilities Planning. Additional areas of interest include, but are not limited to, Senior Project I & II, Introduction to Industrial Engineering, and the development of industrial engineering technical electives.
Required Qualifications:
Required:
- A Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering or closely related area
- At least three years of industry or lab experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred:
- A Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering
- At least five years of industry or lab experience
- Teaching experience at the University level along with positive evaluations are a plus
Background Check? Yes
Benefits Summary:
WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays.
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Open Date: 11/03/2025
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Notes to Applicants:
If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at
WSU, we would love to hear from you. The position comes with a generous
benefits package. Salary will be commensurate with experience. For promotion, it is required for the candidate to be active in scholarship through publications of peer reviewed papers, attending conferences, workshops, and grant writing.
To apply, please complete the online application and attach the following documents:
- Cover letter specifying their primary area of expertise and interest mentioned as above
- Professional CV with a list of publications
- At least three professional references
- Teaching methodology and interests
- Research statement describing the candidates research vision
Screening of applications will begin December 3, 2025. Position will remain open until filled.
Criminal background check required.
Weber State is located approximately 30 miles north of Salt Lake City. The surrounding area offers many recreational opportunities for the outdoor enthusiast.
Physical Activity of this position: Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.
Physical Requirements of this position: Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.
Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision: Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.
The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position: None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).
To apply, visit https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/26839EEO
