Faculty - Professional In Residence - Mechatronics Engineering Technology

About the role

The Department of Technology Management and Mechatronics invites applications for a professional-in-residence faculty position in Technology Management to begin January 1, 2027. The PIR teaches undergraduate mechatronics engineering technology courses, creates instructional materials, directs course projects, and holds regular office hours. 20% of the professional-in-residence is directed to industry and program informational outreach. The PIR collaborates with other faculty and staff to promote the general well-being of the department and college.

Responsibilities

• Teaches undergraduate mechatronics engineering technology courses
• Creates instructional materials
• Directs course projects
• Holds regular office hours
• Participates in industry and program informational outreach
• Collaborates with other faculty and staff to promote the department and college
• Might teach day, evening, off-campus, and online courses as needed or assigned

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline
• Industry and/or teaching experience
• Preferred: Earned doctorate in relevant discipline
• Relevant industry and/or teaching experience

Skills

• Knowledge of subject matter and curriculum development
• Knowledge of teaching through implementing appropriate pedagogy, clear presentation, and preparation
• Knowledge of student management, motivation, and evaluation
• Knowledge of development and assessment of curriculum
• Knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques in upper- and lower-division courses
• Knowledge of student management, motivation, evaluation; evaluation of (peer and self) instruction
• Knowledge of program and curriculum development and evaluation
• Knowledge of and expertise in current trends in education, engaged learning and service learning, learning technologies (e.g., digital technologies for classroom management and distance education), and public presenting
• Knowledge of online teaching environment, such as Canvas or other course management systems
• Skills in maintaining professional and ethical academic standards
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Effective verbal and technical written communication skills
• Effective interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Abilities

• Ability to implement instructional strategies and techniques to teach course content effectively
• Ability to function effectively on various committees and assignments that serve the needs of the University
• Ability to work with the opportunities and challenges of a rapidly growing and dynamic institution
• Ability to supervise undergraduate research projects
• Ability to work with a wide range of individuals, programs, departments, and industry professionals
• Ability to follow written and verbal procedures and instructions
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
• Ability to interpret the University's core values (exceptional care, exceptional accountability, and exceptional results)
• Ability to plan measurable objectives, prepare instructional materials, and follow an approved curriculum
• Ability to conduct a student-oriented approach to education
• Ability to assess student work and maintain and submit accurate and current plans, reports, and records involving student accountability, attendance, and performance
• Ability to use a classroom learning management system, such as Canvas

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement contribution

Pay

Depends on Qualifications

Schedule

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