Post Doctoral Teaching Development Fellowship

UVA Health • Charlottesville, VA

1d • $75,000 - $78,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Virginia’s School of Engineering and Applied Science invites applications for a one-year Postdoctoral Teaching Development Fellowship in the First-Year Engineering Center, starting August 2026. This fellowship provides a unique opportunity to gain expertise in evidence-based teaching practices and develop advanced skills in teaching our introduction to engineering courses and advising first-year students. We are seeking a dedicated individual to actively collaborate with the First-Year Engineering Center faculty and contribute to the growth of the program while teaching and advising students in sections of engineering foundations. Fellows will gain mentored experience teaching Engineering Foundations courses (Engineering Foundations 1 and 2) during the academic year. The coordinated courses feature carefully developed materials, giving fellows access to a complete, high-quality course while gaining effective teaching and student engagement experience. This structure allows fellows to focus on instruction and interaction while benefiting from UVA’s collaborative approach to course design and delivery. Fellows will also shadow experienced FYEC faculty, engage with the Center for Teaching Excellence (CTE), and participate in scholarly and professional development activities.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Engineering Education or a closely related field by August 2026.
• Ability and willingness to teach and advise students in Engineering Foundations courses.
• Commitment to engage in innovative practices and with coordinated evidence-based teaching materials and collaborative instruction.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching in a coordinated, multi-section setting.
• Interest in pedagogical scholarship and curriculum development.

Responsibilities

• Teach Engineering Foundations courses (Engineering Foundations 1 and 2).
• Advise first-year students.
• Collaborate with the First-Year Engineering Center faculty.
• Contribute to the growth of the program.
• Shadow experienced FYEC faculty.
• Engage with the Center for Teaching Excellence (CTE).
• Participate in scholarly and professional development activities.

Benefits

• Faculty benefits
• Information on benefits available to postdoctoral associates at UVA

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree