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Lecturer in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering: Academic Year 2026-2027 (Anticipated)
University of California Merced
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Posted: 17-Apr-26
Location: Merced, California
Type: Full-time
Internal Number: 7087530
Lecturer in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering: Academic Year 2026-2027 (Anticipated)
University of California Merced
Position overview
Position title: Lecturer Salary range: A reasonable estimate for an initial appointment is $70,977. See Unit 18 Lecturer table for the salary range for this position. Salary is prorated in accordance with instructional workload calculation. Anticipated start: Anticipated start date per below: Academic Year: 7/1/2026 - 6/30/2027 Fall Semester: 8/1/2026 - 12/31/2026 Spring Semester: 1/1/2027 - 5/31/2027 Position duration: Duration through Academic Year 2026-2027 Application Window
Open date: April 16, 2026
Next review date: Monday, Jul 6, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Tuesday, May 18, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
The Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering department in the School of Engineering anticipates hiring full and/or part-time lecturer positions to teach the following courses for Academic Year 2026-2027:
AE 001: Introduction to Aerospace Engineering (Fall 2026 only)
AE 171: Aerospace Structures and Materials (Spring 2027 only)
AE 172: Flight Dynamics and Control (Fall 2026 only)
AE 173: Aerospace Propulsion (Spring 2027 only)
AE 174: Aeroelasticity (Fall 2026 only)
AE 175: Aerospace Design (Fall 2026 only)
ENGR 57: Statics and Dynamics
ENGR 65: Circuit Theory
ENGR 120: Fluid Mechanics (Spring 2027 only)
ENGR 130: Thermodynamics
ENGR 135: Heat Transfer
ENGR 151: Strength of Materials
ENGR 193: Engineering Capstone Design I
ENGR 194: Engineering Capstone Design II
ENGR 270: Intro to Electron Microscopy
ME 001: Intro to Mechanical Engr
ME 021: Engineering Computing
ME 120: Component Design
ME 121: Introduction to Manufacturing (Spring 2027)
ME 135: Finite Element Analysis (Spring 2027)
AE/ME 136: Aerodynamics (Spring 2027)
ME 137: Computer Aided Engineering
ME140: Vibration and Control
ME 143: Unmanned Aerial Systems (Spring 2027 only)
ME 144: Intro to Multi-body Dynamics (Fall 2026 only)
ME 149: Novel Technologies in Agriculture (Spring 2027 only)
ME 152: Digital Twins (Fall 2026 only)
ME 190: Automotive Control Systems II (Fall 2026 only)
ME 202: Transport Phenomena (Spring 2027 only)
ME 210: Linear Multivariable Control (Spring 2027 only)
ME 220: Continuum Mechanics (Spring 2027 only)
ME 229: Tribology (Fall 2026 only)
ME 231: Conduction Heat Transfer (Spring 2027 only)
ME 244: Computational Multi-body Dynamics (Fall 2026 only)
ME 254: Computational Fluid Dynamics (Fall 2026 only)
ME 261: Energy Storage (Spring 2027 only)
ME 280: Fractional Order Mechanics (Fall 2026 only)
Other courses as needed
See catalog for course descriptions.
In addition to teaching the course(s), the instructor is responsible for creating a syllabus, holding weekly office hours (minimum 2 hours/week), and grading examinations and/or papers. The instructor may also be required to hold discussion sections or supervise a graduate student teaching assistant or reader.
This is a limited-term appointment which falls under the purview of the agreement for the Lecturers Unit between University of California and the American Federation of Teachers. Terms and conditions of employment are subject to UC policy and appropriate collective bargaining agreement. See here for additional information.
Interested applicants should submit a 1) cover letter, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) statement of teaching that includes a list of courses previously taught, noting class size and indicating whether the applicant served as primary or secondary instructor, and 4) list of three references with contact information including mailing address, phone number and e-mail address. Applicants should also submit teaching evaluations if available.
Appointments for AY 2026-2027 and/or Fall 2026 semester are reviewed around April, and for Spring 2027 semester are reviewed around October. Applications will be reviewed on a continuous basis and this job posting will remain open until February 2027 to accommodate upcoming course needs and new applicants.
Academic Year: 7/1/2026 - 6/30/2027
Fall Semester: 8/1/2026 - 12/31/2026
Spring Semester: 1/1/2027 - 5/31/2027
Qualifications
Basic qualifications
Advanced degree in a relevant area or related field and experience teaching at the college or university level are required. Must be able to provide a record of excellence in teaching that demonstrates broad experience working with students of different abilities, ethnic backgrounds, and educational attainment.
Application Requirements
Document requirements
- Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
- Cover Letter
- Statement of Teaching - Statement of teaching that includes a list of courses previously taught, noting class size and indicating whether the applicant served as primary or secondary instructor.
- Teaching Evaluation - Applicants should also submit teaching evaluations if available.
(Optional) - Authorization to Release Information Form - As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.
'Misconduct' means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
Required Authorization of Information Release may be found at the linked page. Please complete, sign, and upload the required Authorization of Information Release to your application.
- 3 required (contact information only)
Please provide a list of three references with contact information including mailing address, phone number and e-mail address.
Apply link: https://aprecruit.ucmerced.edu/JPF02115
Help contact: soe-adminopservices@ucmerced.edu
About UC Merced
As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.
'Misconduct' means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
Please complete, sign, and upload the required Authorization of Information Release to your application: Required Authorization of Information Release Form.
Candidates must possess valid authorization to work in the United States. UC Merced is not currently able to sponsor individuals residing outside the United States who would require a new H-1B visa for employment. Applicants who do not hold valid U.S. work authorization are presently ineligible for this position.
Additional links: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy, the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy, and APM 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment.
The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses. Ranked as one of the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report and recently designated as an R1 institution by Carnegie, UC Merced is committed to innovation and excellence in research. With over 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students (Center of Institutional Effectiveness), UC Merced provides outstanding, inclusive educational opportunities to highly qualified students from the heart of California, the nation, and abroad. The campus has special connections to nearby Yosemite National Park; is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design; and supports the economic development of Central California.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. This includes the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs.
Job location
Merced, CA
To apply, please visit: https://aprecruit.ucmerced.edu/JPF02115
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About University of California Merced
UC Merced is the first new American research university built in the 21st century, with a mission of research, teaching and service. The campus opened Sept. 5, 2005, in the San Joaquin Valley. The university is about an hour north of Fresno, two hours south of Sacramento, two hours southeast of San Francisco and the Silicon Valley, and 90 minutes west of Yosemite National Park.
The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system’s 10 campuses. With over 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students (https://cie.ucmerced.edu/analytics-hub/student-statistics), UC Merced is committed to interdisciplinary excellence in research and teaching as well as to diversity, equity and inclusion. Ranked as one of the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report, UC Merced provides outstanding educational opportunities to highly qualified students from the heart of California, the nation, and abroad. The campus has special connections to nearby Yosemite National Park; is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design; and supports the economic development of Central California. The Merced 2020 Project doubled the phys...ical capacity of the campus, and enhanced academic distinction, student success, and research excellence (https://merced2020.ucmerced.edu/).
The University of California, Merced is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. This includes the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/VaccinationProgramsPolicy.
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