Lecturer/Sr Lecturer/Master Lecturer

University of Florida • Gainesville, FL

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About The Position

The Department of Engineering Education (EEd) in the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering (HWCOE) at the University of Florida (UF) is soliciting applications for a full-time, twelve-month, non-tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Master Lecturer (working title Assistant/Associate/Full Instructional Professor) in the areas of artificial intelligence and applied data science with connected technical expertise in advanced machine learning (e.g., NLP, LLMs, computer vision, mathematical foundations for AI and data science, ML security), and/or proficiency in at least one sensing modality. Although the anticipated hiring rank is Lecturer/Instructional Assistant Professor, senior levels will be considered based upon experience. If you are passionate about shaping the next generation of engineers and possess a proven track record in academia and industry, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. EEd advances the study, practice, and innovation of engineering learning across the entire learner lifespan using evidence-based, interdisciplinary approaches to improve engineering learning, performance, motivation, and long-term success. Additional information can be found on our webpage at: Home Page - Department of Engineering Education Duties and responsibilities include teaching, updating, and developing undergraduate and graduate engineering courses, and may include both online and face‐to-face instruction. Research in support of teaching is expected. In addition, there may be other service and teaching activities at the local, state, and national level, as well as at the university level, as directed by the department chair. Teaching assignments will be made according to background and experience and will be six to eight sections per year based on mutual agreement.

Requirements

• PhD in engineering or a closely related discipline

Nice To Haves

• The ideal candidate will have experience teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses and will demonstrate a strong understanding of advanced programming areas, including modern machine learning and deep learning methods.
• Expertise in one or more of the following areas is preferred: mechanical engineering, electrical & computer engineering, or computer science.
• The successful candidate will be able to effectively communicate complex concepts to undergraduate and graduate students, foster a collaborative learning environment, and remain current with developments in their field.
• Experience or demonstrated interest in engineering education research is expected; certification, training, or comparable experience in engineering education research is considered a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teaching, updating, and developing undergraduate and graduate engineering courses, and may include both online and face‐to‐face instruction.
• Research in support of teaching is expected.
• Service and teaching activities at the local, state, and national level, as well as at the university level, as directed by the department chair.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees