Engineering Student Success Advisor & Mechatronics Instructor

Engineering Student Success Advisor & Mechatronics Instructor Asheville, NC Job Details Full-time $75,000 - $80,000 a year 14 hours ago Qualifications Master's degree in materials science and engineering Computer science Doctoral degree in engineering Student mentoring Faculty collaboration Engineering Mechanical Engineering Mid-level Master's degree Doctorate in mechanical engineering Doctor of Philosophy Master's degree in mechanical engineering University teaching experience Organizational skills Master's degree in electrical engineering Student advising Electrical Engineering Master's degree in engineering Teaching engineering Robotics Teaching Materials Science Full Job Description Engineering Student Success Advisor & Mechatronics Instructor Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and striving to be an inclusive campus community. UNC Asheville's commitment to increasing and sustaining the diversity of our faculty, staff, and students is reflected in our strategic plan goals of diversity and inclusion, and social sustainability. Women, traditionally under-represented minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply for this Job link/button. If you would like to bookmark this position for later review, click on the Bookmark link. If you would like to print a copy of this position for your records, click on the Print Preview link. Please see Special Instructions for more details. Applications must be submitted online no later than 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date for each specific position. Please note that any documents submitted to Human Resources or the hiring departments become property of UNC Asheville and will not be returned. Official verification from each college/university you have attended are required upon employment, and will be requested directly from the college/university by Human Resources or from the National Student Clearinghouse. Any expense will be the responsibility of the employee. Educational degrees must be from an appropriately accredited institution. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training and experience requirements, management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. It is the policy of UNC Asheville to conduct pre-employment background investigations on all candidates selected for employment. If hired, the candidate will be required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Posting Details Position Information UNC Asheville Overview Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and striving to be an inclusive campus community. UNC Asheville is committed to promoting diversity and a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and the ability to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds. The successful candidate is expected to foster an inclusive work culture where uniqueness of beliefs, backgrounds, talents, capabilities and ways of living are respected and welcomed. Position Type EHRA Staff Title Engineering Student Success Advisor & Mechatronics Instructor Position Number 005062 Recruitment Range $75,000-$80,000 Work Schedule and Hours This is a 40 hours per week position. Typical University hours are Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Occasional weekend recruiting events. Full-Time / Part-Time Full-Time Months per Year 12 Months Position Summary The Joint

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Engineering Program prepares students for earning a dual UNC Asheville-NC State mechatronics engineering bachelors degree or for 2+2 transfer to other engineering departments at NC State. The Engineering Student Success Advisor & Mechatronics Instructor will assist the Director and Associate Director of Engineering in leading student success initiatives in the program to promote increased enrollment and retention. Their work will be guided in areas that include: Helping students navigate the academic rigors of an engineering degree Strengthening academic belonging of engineering students as joint students of UNC Asheville and NC State Facilitating high impact experiences for engineering students Academic instruction Duties include: assisting with academic advising of interested and declared engineering students, student support especially for early-career students in the transition to college engineering curricula - including office hours and study sessions, student workshops, and assisting with organizing and promoting department events. In addition, as instructor, will teach 6 contact hours each semester in first-year seminar (FYS 178, fall semester) and will facilitate and/or teach local courses offered at UNC Asheville for engineering students (JEM prefix, spring). As Advisor, will also act as a liaison between the Program and the Academic Success Center, which requires the ability to collaborate and build rapport with faculty, staff, and students. FLSA Exempt Required Education/Experience/Skills Master's degree in Engineering (fields include mechanical, electrical, materials science, robotics, or mechatronics). Proficient skills in teaching at the undergraduate level. Experience in student support (such as: advising, tutoring, mentoring, career development) The successful candidate must be able to function professionally in a highly collaborative and increasingly dynamic organization. Preferred Education/Experience/Skills PhD in Engineering (fields include mechanical, electrical, materials science, robotics, or mechatronics) and/or industrial experience in engineering Proficient skills and experience in teaching at the undergraduate level. Experience in student support of engineering courses and/or correlate disciplines (such as: precalculus, calculus sequence, physics, computer science). Proficient skills and experience in student support (such as: advising, tutoring, mentoring, career development) The successful candidate must be able to function professionally in a highly collaborative and increasingly dynamic organization. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities This position requires: Knowledge in mechatronics and related engineering topics. Comfortable working with the breadth of a mechatronics program (mechanical, electrical, computer programming). Ability to work with a broad range of students and with many students and topics concurrently. Knowledge of trends and issues in higher education. Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to convey subject matter to students in a supportive manner. Posting Detail Information Special Instructions to the Applicant Applications must be submitted online no later than 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date for each specific position. Please note that any documents submitted to Human Resources or the hiring departments become property of UNC Asheville and will not be returned. Official verification from each college/university you have attended are required upon employment, and will be requested directly from the college/university by Human Resources or from the National Student Clearinghouse. Any expense will be the responsibility of the employee. Educational degrees must be from an appropriately accredited institution. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training and experience requirements, management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. It is the policy of UNC Asheville to conduct pre-employment background investigations on all candidates selected for employment. If hired, the candidate will be required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Posting Number E0559 Posting date 04/03/2026 Closing date 04/24/2026 Open Until Filled No Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (•). • How did you hear about this employment opportunity? UNC Asheville website The Chronicle of Higher Education Higher Ed Jobs Indeed Inside Higher Ed LinkedIn HERC NC Works Online (formerly Employment Security) UNC System website (northcarolina.edu) X (formerly Twitter) Circa (formerly Local Job Network) NorthCarolinaDiversity.com Other Applicant Documents Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents