Announcement of Clinical Assistant Professor or Clinical Instructor

Engineering Technology

College of Science

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

POSITION AVAILABLE: The University of Alabama in Huntsville invites applications for a Clinical Assistant Professor or Clinical Instructor position to assist with undergraduate course development and instruction for online and hybrid courses in the area of Engineering Technology. This is a 9-month clinical position with optional summer teaching opportunities.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 15, 2023 or until the position is filled.

JOB DESCRIPTION/REQUIREMENTS: The incumbent will work closely with the program leadership to develop and promote this new academic area. The individual will contribute to the mission, vision, and core values of the College by teaching in accordance with best practices and ABET accreditation requirements.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Terminal degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology or a related field, preferably with 18 hours of graduate-level courses in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, and/or Civil Engineering for Clinical Assistant Professor position.
• Or Master’s degree in Engineering Technology or a related field for Clinical Instructor position.
• Knowledge of best practices for teaching, advising, and mentoring.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development to maintain currency in the field; and
• Experience in designing/facilitating online and blended delivery courses.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two or more years teaching experience in a higher education environment.
• Knowledge and experience collaborating with community colleges, veteran organizations, and/or government/industry on educational partnerships and/or scholarship opportunities.
• Relevant Engineering Industry experience.
• PE license.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION:

• Teaching undergraduate Engineering Technology courses;
• Developing quality online and hybrid curriculum;
• Assisting with the coordination and oversight of part-time ET faculty;
• Providing leadership and commitment to build and maintain high-quality degree programs;
• Advising and mentoring students;
• Collaborating with colleagues to conduct program and course planning and revisions;
• Attending meetings, training sessions, and recruitment opportunities; and
• Providing service to the University, College, and Profession as applicable.

APPOINTMENT DATE: Fall 2023.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM: Engineering Technology is a new program at the University of Alabama in Huntsville that is growing quickly. The program provides an academic environment that supports both first-year college students and students returning to UAH to continue their education and expand their career options. To meet the academic and logistical needs of our students, the department offers both in person and online courses with all courses offered either online or in evening time slots. The program is positioned to pivot to help meet current industry needs and standards and support student success.

ABOUT THE COLLEGE: The UAH College of Science advances cutting-edge research and offers first-rate degree programs thanks to its distinguished faculty and state-of-the-art facilities. Its location in Huntsville facilitates partnerships and collaborations with NASA, the U.S. Army, NOAA, the HudsonAlpha Institute of Biotechnology, and numerous other high-tech companies.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH), classified as a Very High Research Activity Institution, offers academic and research programs in the Colleges of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, Business Administration, Education, Engineering, Nursing, Professional Studies, and Science. Huntsville maintains one of the highest per capita incomes and standards of living in the Southeast, with military, space, telecommunications, biotechnology, diversified manufacturing and a variety of emerging specialties providing a diverse range of government and private industry opportunities.

ABOUT HUNTSVILLE: Huntsville is nicknamed “The Rocket City” for its close history with U.S. space missions. It is the center of rocket-propulsion research in the United States, primarily because the U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command (AMCOM) and NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center are located near Redstone Arsenal. Huntsville is also home to many spaces, defense, and other high-technology companies, most of which are in Cummings Research Park, adjacent to the UAH campus and the second-largest research park in the nation.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: To apply for the position, please submit the following required application materials electronically no later than April 15, 2023:

1) Cover letter
2) Curriculum vitae
3) Teaching statement
4) Transcripts
5) Three reference letters

to the Search Committee through:

Dr. Alisa Henrie, Program Director
c/o Carmellia Bradford
The University of Alabama in Huntsville
e-mail: ceb0015@uah.edu

Please refer to the log number: 23-24-587.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer of minorities/females/veterans/disabled.