Research Fellow - School of Engineering

Liberty University•Lynchburg, VA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Research Fellow (RF) works independently, using good judgment and discretion, in an on-campus academic support role for Liberty University. The role supports academic research and may include proposal writing, teaching, student oversight, grading, scheduling, correspondence, and lecturing. The RF works a maximum of 20 hours per week during the contracted appointment period. Under the direction and supervision of an assigned Dean, Department Chair, or Professor, the RF conducts research related to departmental goals or needs, with approval from Academic Administration and The Graduate School. The RF works under a principal investigator’s mentorship to develop and publish peer-reviewed journal articles, present research at conferences, and prepare project-related articles, reports, and presentations. The role may also involve communicating research results to outside sponsors. Depending on departmental assignment, the RF may serve as a primary or secondary undergraduate instructor. Teaching duties include developing or using course materials, preparing and delivering lectures, tracking attendance, proctoring exams, grading assignments, communicating with students, managing absences, and arranging required academic accommodations. The RF also attends departmental events, orientations, and training; maintains regular office hours; completes administrative projects; and adheres to University policies, Community Standards, the Honor Code, and the Graduate Assistantship Handbook. Applicants must be accepted into or enrolled in a doctorate program by the start date. At least 18 graduate credits in a related subject are required to teach courses. The position is onsite, and applicants must live locally to report to campus. The stated annual salary is $24,000 for graduate-level appointments or $29,000 for doctoral appointments; pay may be prorated based on the appointment term.

Requirements

Must be accepted into or currently enrolled in a doctorate program by the start date.
Must have completed 18 graduate credits in a related subject field to teach courses.
Must live in the local area to report to work on campus.
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, in English and in a professional manner.
Strong organizational skills.
Computer and scheduling skills.
Ability to reason, analyze information and events, exercise judgment, and solve routine and complex problems.
Ability to travel to local and campus locations.
Ability to sit for deskwork or keyboard use; hear and speak effectively; stand, walk, and climb stairs; handle materials; reach overhead; kneel or stoop; and regularly lift 10 pounds or less.
A valid Virginia driver’s license, acceptable DMV record, and liability insurance are required if personal or University vehicle use is required for job duties.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Enrollment in a doctorate program and previous teaching experience.
Experience using Microsoft Office.
Ability to learn the technical systems that support the Research Fellow role.

Responsibilities

Work under the direction and supervision of the assigned Dean, Department Chair, or Professor.
Conduct research under a supervisor’s direction in support of departmental goals or needs, as approved by Academic Administration and The Graduate School.
Research academic topics and work under a principal investigator’s mentorship to publish peer-reviewed journal articles.
Present research at regional, national, and/or international conferences.
Prepare project-related articles, reports, and presentations, and potentially communicate results to research sponsors.
May serve as a primary or secondary instructor for assigned undergraduate courses.
Prepare and develop course materials, or use materials provided under faculty guidance.
Prepare for and lecture in assigned courses.
Attend departmental and Graduate School events, orientations, and training sessions as directed.
Follow Community Standards, the Honor Code, the Graduate Assistantship Handbook, and University policies.
Create and edit PowerPoint, Excel, and Word documents.
Track attendance using Top-Hat and post attendance information in Canvas.
Administer and proctor exams, monitor students, answer questions, and manage Top-Hat or Canvas technologies during exams.
Grade quizzes, tests, exams, and written assignments within University timeframes.
Communicate with students through email and Canvas about attendance, absences, meetings, and course questions within University timeframes.
Manage excused absences, doctors’ notes, and student-athlete matters.
Provide academic accommodations as directed by the Office of Disability Accommodation Support, coordinating with the Testing Center or modifying third-party tests or Canvas as needed.
Maintain regular business office hours and be available to students in person or through MS Teams as directed by the supervisor, chair, or dean.
Assist the department with miscellaneous administrative tasks and projects, and perform other assigned responsibilities.
Represent the University in an exemplary manner and work effectively as a team member in support of its mission.