Limited Term Faculty Member

Limited Term Faculty Member - Academic Associate - Mechanical Engineering

Tracking Code:

req2228

Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science

Number of Positions:

1

Appointment Type:

Limited Term Faculty Member - Academic Associate

Salary Grade:

Hiring Range, Limited Term Faculty Member - Academic Associate - Mechanical Engineering - ($80,000 - $95,000). Final base salary will reflect individual candidate’s experience and qualifications.

Posting Date:

August 19, 2026

Closing Date:

August 26, 2026 (11:59 pm EST)

Ontario Tech University (University of Ontario Institute of Technology), located in Oshawa, Ontario, is proud to encourage an interactive, information-sharing culture for our individual staff, and teams which enhance organizational effectiveness. Ontario Tech’s innovative programs, and technology-enriched learning environment create an atmosphere of academic excellence. Ontario Tech promotes social engagement, fosters critical thinking, and integrates outcomes-based learning experiences inside and outside the classroom. We invite you to consider joining Ontario Tech's globally trained faculty as we further our reputation for providing a leading-edge learning environment and delivering innovative research.

Ontario Tech University (University of Ontario Institute of Technology), located in Oshawa, Ontario, advances the discovery and application of knowledge through a technology-enriched learning environment and innovative programs responsive to the needs of students, and the evolving 21st-century workplace. Ontario Tech promotes social engagement, fosters critical thinking, and integrates outcomes-based learning experiences inside and outside the classroom. We invite you to consider joining Ontario Tech's globally trained faculty as we further our reputation for providing a leading-edge learning environment and delivering innovative research.

The Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science invites applications from qualified individuals for an Academic Associate [limited term with the possibility of renewal] position in the fields of Mechanical Engineering. This position reports to the Dean of the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science. This position is subject to budgetary approval, and would start on September 1, 2026, or as soon as it is filled.

The candidate should possess a PhD in Mechanical Engineering, a strong academic background, and an established record of excellence in innovative and scholarly research leading to peer-reviewed publications. The candidate must be registered or eligible for and committed to registration as a Professional Engineer (PEng) in the Province of Ontario. Related industrial experience or academic leadership experience would be considered an asset. The candidate must also demonstrate strong potential for outstanding teaching contributions. In addition, candidates should possess excellent English language skills demonstrating an ability to ensure strong, two-way communications on an ongoing basis that contribute to collaborative/collegial relationships with faculty, staff, students, and the community at large.

The Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing (MME) offers Honours undergraduate degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Industrial Engineering. The Department also offers the corresponding Engineering and Management degrees for all the programs. In addition, the Department offers Master’s (MASc and MEng) and PhD programs in Mechanical Engineering, and a graduate program (MEng) in Engineering Management. The Department is committed to excellence and innovation in interdisciplinary teaching and research, which is relevant to the needs of society and the local community. The Department promotes these ideals by emphasizing the integration of knowledge and technology to provide learning and research opportunities for students. Further details about the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science can be found at https://engineering.ontariotechu.ca/.

Ontario Tech is committed to excellence and innovation in interdisciplinary teaching and research, which is relevant to the needs of society and the local community. The University promotes these ideals by emphasizing the integration of knowledge and technology to provide learning and research opportunities for students.

This position falls within the bargaining unit represented by the UOIT Faculty Association and will be subject to the terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the University and the UOIT Faculty Association. UOIT Faculty Association collective agreement may be found on the Human Resources section of our website. Starting salary will be commensurate with experience and annual salary increases are administered as per the terms outlined in the collective agreement.

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