Electrical and Computer Engineering - Renewable Contract Teaching Assistant Professor - 530364

The University of Alabama • Tuscaloosa, AL

80d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and the Lee J. Styslinger Jr. College of Engineering at The University of Alabama invite applications for multiple Renewable Contract Teaching Assistant Professor candidates that have a passion for teaching and curriculum development across electrical and computer engineering disciplines. This position is a non-tenure track, three-year appointment that is renewable at the discretion of the University. Primary responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in electrical or computer engineering (in person and possibly online), mentoring students, maintaining a campus presence with office hours, innovating curriculum and assessment, and performing service activities. The role requires the ability to develop and teach courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels, including core ECE courses, and to support the collegial community spirit of the department and university.

Requirements

• Earned Ph.D. in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited institution by the date of appointment.
• Demonstrated interest and/or record in electrical and computer engineering education and professional service in area(s) of specialization.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Evidence of the potential to develop and deliver high-quality courses and curriculum.
• Exhibit the potential for excellent teaching at both the graduate and undergraduate levels.
• Meet all university criteria for appointment to the rank of Teaching Assistant Professor.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated record of high-quality teaching and educational activities supporting both undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
• Experience with academic program assessment.
• Exceptional collegial, interpersonal, and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in areas related to electrical or computer engineering in person and possibly online
• Mentoring and guiding students individually as part of capstone or applied project teams
• Maintaining visible on campus presence including regular office hours
• Innovating curriculum and assessment approaches
• Performing service activities for the department, college, and university commensurate with the teaching faculty position

What This Job Offers

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