Jacksonville State University
Assistant/Associate Professor, Applied Engineering
The Department of Applied Engineering invites applications for a 9-month, Assistant or Associate Professor candidate, who will contribute to our growing Applied Manufacturing Engineering program. The position’s focus is on high quality teaching. The candidate must demonstrate a commitment to undergraduate education, display strong communication skills, and be able to work well with students, faculty, and staff.
The successful candidate will teach courses in the applied manufacturing core and the design & automation concentration. The successful candidate will provide instruction utilizing multiple teaching formats to include, classroom instruction, online instruction, and laboratory instruction. Other responsibilities include program assessment, developing industry partnerships, professional development, and university/department service.
The position has an anticipated start date of August 1, 2025.
Requirements
Minimum qualifications include a PhD or ABD in an Industrial Technology, Engineering, Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or closely related field. Minimum qualifications also include evidence of experience teaching at the undergraduate level and applicable industrial experience in a relevant field.
Desired qualifications include a PhD or ABD in a relevant field, experience in academic accreditation process, experience in supervising student organizations, and applied research in a relevant field.
The successful candidate will teach a variety of courses. The primary teaching responsibility will be to teach and develop courses in the following areas:
- Computer-Aided Design
- Programmable Controllers
- Industrial Control Systems
- Manufacturing Automation & Robotics
- Computer-Aided Manufacturing
- Additive Manufacturing
Ideal candidates will have industrial experience and be able to bring real-world experience and knowledge to the Applied Manufacturing Engineering classrooms. The department has a strong relationship with local industry, and an emphasis will be placed on blending science, technology, applied engineering, and mathematical concepts into applied manufacturing courses. The teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester in fall and spring with a possible summer course overload. Participation in curriculum development, professional organizations, undergraduate student mentoring, applied research, and activities within the department are required.
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