Assistant Professor of Engineering Technologies and Applied Design 3-Year Continuing Non-Tenurable
About The Position
The Engineering Technologies and Applied Design (ETAD) department at Berea College is seeking a dynamic faculty member for an Assistant Professor, Non-Tenure/Continuing, 3-Year position starting August 2027. While the specific area of expertise is open, candidates in Sustainable Design, Construction, Architecture, and Engineering/ Engineering Technology fields are encouraged to apply. We are seeking an educator dedicated to a hands-on and project-based curriculum. The successful candidate will guide students through the complete design-prototype-test-production cycle from identifying project needs and research solutions to prototyping, testing, and fabricating finished products. Additionally, the candidate may coordinate with our department technician to instruct students in the safe and skilled operation of woodworking and/or metal processing tools using both automated and manual power equipment, including a range of industrial CNC machines.
Requirements
- A master’s degree or higher in Sustainable Design, Construction, Architecture, and Engineering/ Engineering Technology fields, or other closely related fields is required.
- Teaching experience and/or industry experience is also appreciated.
- Colleagues are expected to participate in the continued development of content, curriculum, and pedagogy.
- Embrace the practice of continued development through professional development and active participation in the evolving fields.
Nice To Haves
- Candidates in Sustainable Design, Construction, Architecture, and Engineering/ Engineering Technology fields are encouraged to apply.
- Design portfolio (if available)
- Community partner projects into their courses (strongly encouraged).
Responsibilities
- Teach department core courses, electives, and contribute to Berea College’s general education program.
- Develop courses specific to their background.
- Supervising, mentoring, and developing students in the College's integrated Work College Program.
- Support student learning, career readiness, and the program's learning goals and outcomes.
- Help students connect their work-learning-service experiences with broader academic, professional, and personal development.
- Integrate community partner projects into their courses (strongly encouraged).
Benefits
- Fully funded degree that covers 100% of tuition, housing, food, supplies, and fees without loans, for all four years.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
