Assistant Professor of Practice (fixed term)

North Dakota University System•Fargo, ND

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About The Position

The Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering (IMSE) Department at North Dakota State University (NDSU) invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Practice position in the area of Robotics and Automation. This position will be a 9-month annual appointment, with renewals subject to continued funding. Responsibilities will include supporting NDSU's land-grant mission of teaching and service. Specifically, the successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate courses in the area of Robotics and Automation with particular focus on practical and hands-on experience working with automated systems. The position is 80% teaching and 20% service, with primary responsibilities that include teaching and mentoring students in developing, programming, operating, troubleshooting, and repairing standard industrial robots and automated systems. The IMSE Department offers bachelor's degrees in Industrial Engineering and Management and Manufacturing Engineering, as well as MS and PhD programs in Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering. The department will begin offering a new engineering technology bachelor of science degree in Robotics and Automation in Fall 2026. The department currently has six faculty members (two tenured, three tenure-track, and one Professor of Practice), plus one instructor and several staff and adjunct faculty. The IMSE department serves approximately 110 undergraduate students and 13 graduate students. The programs leading to the Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering and Management and the Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Engineering degrees are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET. For more information regarding our department and programs see the department's website: https://www.ndsu.edu/industrial-manufacturing-systems-engineering .

Requirements

BS in a technical or engineering field related to robotics and automation with 10 years of related teaching or industry experience, or BS and MS in a technical or engineering field related to robotics and automation with 6 years of related teaching or industry experience, or PhD in a technical or engineering field related to robotics and automation with 3 years of related teaching or industry experience.
Demonstrated expertise in application of automated systems
Evidence of potential for excellence in teaching automated systems, mechatronics, robotics and automation
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment for a diverse student population

Nice To Haves

Experience with curriculum development
Experience with course and program assessment
Demonstrated ability to engage students in hands-on, problem-based learning

Responsibilities

teaching undergraduate courses in the area of Robotics and Automation with particular focus on practical and hands-on experience working with automated systems
teaching and mentoring students in developing, programming, operating, troubleshooting, and repairing standard industrial robots and automated systems

Benefits

Health Insurance coverage with 100% of the premium paid for by NDSU for Single or Family Plan
Option of a PPO/Basic Plan or High Deductible Health Plan with Health Savings Account
Benefits begin the first of the month following date of hire
Wellness benefits are included for healthy lifestyle participation
Superb Retirement Plan
Employer Contributions range from 7.5% - 12.26% based on position
Basic Term Life Insurance
Tuition Waivers for Employee (three classes per calendar year)
Tuitions Waivers for Spouse/Partner & Dependents (eligible for 50% waiver)
Paid Leave - including Annual leave, Sick Leave and 10 paid Holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Optional benefits include: Supplemental Life, Dental, Vision, Long-term care insurance, Flexible Spending Account (Health & Dependent Care) and Supplemental Retirement Plans