Title: Assistant Professor, Manufacturing Engineering
Position Type: Fulltime Faculty
Search Type: External - minimum 7 days
Department: 21R000 - Science, Tech, Engineering & Math
Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs
Position Location: Richmond Campus
Driver Classification: Non-Driver
FLSA: Exempt
Schedule Type: Full Time (37.5 hrs per week or more)
Hours Per Week: 37.5
Additional Schedule Details
Posted Salary Grade: Faculty Full Time - 01
Retirement: KTRS
Contact Person: Michael Kennedy
Job Summary/Basic Functions
The Department of Engineering and Technology at Eastern Kentucky University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor for Academic Year 2024-2025. Applicants should hold an earned Ph.D. in Manufacturing Engineering or a related field such as Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering from an accredited institution at the time of appointment. ABD applicants may be considered but must have a Ph.D. (verified by official transcripts) at the time of appointment. The position begins August 2024.
The position serves manufacturing engineering, engineering technology management, and technology management majors. It requires a strong desire to bring real-world experiences into the classroom. Industry experience in manufacturing or related functions is preferred.
Depending on subject matter expertise, the successful candidate will teach courses that may include, but are not limited to, Computer Aided Drafting, Mechanics of Materials, Metrology, Quality, Lean, Advanced Materials, Robotic Manufacturing, Additive Manufacturing, and other common engineering courses in a 4/4 annual teaching load. Candidates should show appropriate ability to teach courses related to one’s curricular area and demonstrate interest in learning and using effective teaching and evaluation methods.
The successful candidate will also develop and maintain an active scholarly agenda in one of the three Boyer-Model areas: application, pedagogy, or discovery. Membership and participation in state, regional, national, or international professional organizations is recommended.
Candidates should also show the willingness and ability to work effectively with colleagues and the campus community; show respect for, support, and advise students; and participate in service to the department, university, or community. Familiarity with and willingness to contribute toward ABET accreditation activities is helpful.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Earned Ph.D. in Manufacturing Engineering or a related field such as Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering from an accredited institution at the time of appointment. ABD applicants may be considered but must have a Ph.D. (verified by official transcripts) at the time of appointment.
Experience
Knowledge of manufacturing processes
Analytic and problem-solving skills
Ability to collaborate with peers and students
Effective written, oral and interpersonal skills, including listening
Knowledge of professional communication practices (which can include social media), and ability to learn and adapt to changes
Licensure & Certifications
Preferred Qualifications:
Industry experience in manufacturing or related functions preferred.
Teaching or training experience, preferably with an engineering lab component, preferred.
Experience with manufacturing processes, tools, systems, and/or problem-solving techniques commonly used in industry preferred.
Job Duties
80% - Teaching minimum 12 credit hours per semester (typically 4-classes per semester) - (Essential)
10% - Service to University, College, Department, and Community as appropriate. - (Essential)
10% - Scholarly work in one or more of the three Boyer-Model areas (Application, Pedagogy, Discovery). - (Essential)
Sponsorship: This position may be considered for visa sponsorship.
Funding Source: Institutional
Open Until Filled: No
Special Instructions
Applicant documents include:
Cover Letter
Vitae
Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Statement of Research Interests
Copies of unofficial transcripts
Contact Information for 3 Professional References
AA/EEO Statement
Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.
Background Check Statement
Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory background check.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Education and Training
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