Engineering Fundamentals (EF) at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is seeking multiple dynamic and innovative Lecturers to contribute to its first-year engineering program. Each position is a full-time, non-tenure-track, renewable, 9-month appointment at the rank of Lecturer or Senior Lecturer based on previous experience. There is future opportunity for additional funded teaching in the summer and collaborative research in engineering education. EF is the home of the engage program, an integrated and team-taught first-year curriculum that is responsible for teaching nine credit hours of common coursework for all Tickle College of Engineering first-year students. Positions are available in our introductory level physics or computing (e.g., Excel and MATLAB) courses. Engineering Fundamental courses incorporate the engineering design process, technical communication, teaming, perspectives of the engineering profession, and student success related topics. Details of the Engineering Fundamentals engage Program are available at https://engage.utk.edu/.
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UTK), is the state's flagship institution, a campus of choice for outstanding undergraduates, and a premier graduate institution. As a land-grant university, UTK is committed to excellence in learning, scholarship, and engagement with society. In all its activities, the university aims to advance the frontiers of human knowledge and enrich and elevate society. The Tickle College of Engineering has experienced rapid growth in its number of faculty and student enrollment. UTK is seeking candidates who have the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals of the University. The University welcomes and honors people of all races, genders, creeds, cultures, and sexual orientations, and values intellectual curiosity, pursuit of knowledge, and academic freedom and integrity.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Master’s Degree or higher in engineering, computer science, or physics
- Excellent communication skills
- A solid commitment to innovative teaching methods (both traditional and technology enabled)
- Demonstrated interest in first-year engineering and/or computing education
- Rank-appropriate college-level teaching and/or industry experience
- Ability to promote an environment where every individual has an equal opportunity to contribute, learn, and participate in a global community
Preferred:
- PhD in engineering, computer science, or physics
- Degrees in Engineering Education or Physics Education
- Experience in managing student design projects
- Interest or experience in makerspace or prototyping equipment, programmable robots or development boards
- For one (1) position: interest or experience in front-end and back-end web application development and administration
Applications should include: (1) a one-page cover letter addressing qualifications and motivation, (2) a teaching statement, including the candidate’s background and experience that make them an ideal candidate, (3) a comprehensive curriculum vitae, and (4) the names and contact information (address, phone number, and e-mail address) for at least three professional references. Questions about the position should be directed to Dr. Amy Biegalski, Chair of the Search Committee, (email: biegalski@utk.edu). Positions to be filled August 2024. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until all positions are filled. Apply at https://apply.interfolio.com/
