Teaching Faculty - School of Engineering and Physics

Southern Adventist University • Collegedale, TN

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About The Position

The School of Engineering and Physics is seeking a full-time teaching faculty member in the area of electrical engineering. The ideal candidate will be proficient in developing and teaching undergraduate engineering courses, including both lecture and laboratory components. In addition, the successful candidate will be committed to mentoring advisees, nurturing student learning both in and out of the classroom, and discipling students in Jesus Christ.

Requirements

• Must have an expressed commitment to Jesus Christ and the teachings and mission of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, be an SDA church member in good and regular standing, and desire to serve.
• Master's degree in electrical engineering or related area required.
• Be able to write and speak English fluently.

Nice To Haves

• Doctorate preferred.
• Prior higher education teaching experience and/or relevant industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach general and specialized undergraduate engineering courses within the faculty member’s areas of qualification.
• Appropriately integrate Christian faith and biblical principles as reflected in Seventh-day Adventist beliefs in course content and by personal interactions with students and colleagues.
• Maintain engineering laboratories, develop safety protocols and a training program for equipment use, and support students’ use of laboratory equipment for course and capstone projects.
• Advise and mentor students in the areas of academic, spiritual, and career development.
• Sponsor student clubs, tours/trips, senior capstone projects, and special projects.
• Nurture a culture of collaboration within the School of Engineering and Physics and across the university through meaningful service on departmental and university committees.
• Practice professional and scholarly engagement.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees