Visiting Assistant Professor Position in Engineering Physics
About The Position
Visiting Assistant Professors teach a 4-4 course load contributing to our engineering curriculum. Visiting Assistant Professors also engage in service work, primarily in the department, such as advising, attending meetings and events, and engaging with students. Faculty scholarship is not required but will be supported if the candidate wishes to mentor undergraduate research students. Teaching responsibilities will involve foundational and advanced engineering courses. In addition, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to mentor senior capstone projects. Questions about the department or position can be directed to Dr. Naveed Piracha at [email protected], and additional information can be obtained at https://www.jcu.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/majors/engineering-physics .
Requirements
- A PhD at the time of hire in an engineering field (all specialties will be considered).
- A commitment to undergraduate education in a liberal arts environment.
- An ability to teach a range of engineering course topics.
Nice To Haves
- An ability to contribute to design-focused courses such as Senior Design Capstone Projects.
- Prior teaching experience and/or prior industry experience.
- An ability to forge connections to industry partners for student projects and internships.
- Knowledge of ABET accreditation standards and processes.
Responsibilities
- Teach a 4-4 course load contributing to our engineering curriculum.
- Engage in service work, primarily in the department, such as advising, attending meetings and events, and engaging with students.
- Mentor undergraduate research students (optional).
- Teach foundational and advanced engineering courses.
- Mentor senior capstone projects.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
