Asst / Assoc Professor of Practice - Engineering Technology - #230947

Position

Asst / Assoc Professor of Practice - Engineering Technology - #230947

Overview

Posting Details and application information are provided below. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a candidate has been selected for hire.

Application Instructions

Application materials must be submitted online. Please include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, unofficial transcripts from the highest degree earned, and a list of three professional references with full contact information. For questions, contact Amber Thompson at acthompson@wcu.edu.

• All applicants are required to submit an unofficial transcript of their highest attained degree, showing all completed coursework and the date the degree was conferred. The transcript must state "Degree Awarded," "Degree Conferred," or a similar phrase. For ABD candidates, please submit your most recent doctoral program transcript along with the master's degree transcript, if you hold such a degree. The master's degree transcript must have a notation such as "Degree Awarded," "Degree Conferred," or a similar phrase to verify it as the highest completed degree.

Posting Details

About WCU : Western Carolina University is part of the UNC system and offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement, paid holidays, and other programs to support work / life balance. See the posting for detailed benefits information.

Position Summary

This position supports WCU's regional undergraduate engineering technology degree completion programs. The primary location is Asheville, NC with travel to multiple locations in Western North Carolina. The College of Engineering and Technology (CET) at WCU is growing; the university plans to expand engineering programs to meet regional and state needs. Our programs emphasize project-based learning, industry engagement, and undergraduate research. The role is 12-month fixed-term at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor of Practice (rank determined upon hire). This Asheville-based position will require teaching in the evenings using face-to-face, hybrid, and online modalities. Travel within Western NC may be required. Anticipated begin date is January 2026.

Successful candidates will be committed to teaching at the undergraduate level in one or more of the following areas : CAD, CAM, CNC, PLCs, Robotics, Automation, and Controls, Safety, Hydraulics and Pneumatics.

There may be additional opportunities to teach at the graduate level. Responsibilities include supporting the program director of the distance program with tasks such as assessment, capstone projects, recruitment, program development and expansion, and other duties as assigned by the school director.

For more information on the School of Engineering + Technology visit set.wcu.edu. For questions about this position, contact Amber Thompson at acthompson@wcu.edu. Successful candidates are expected to support the University's external engagement mission and the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP). Visit www.wcu.edu for more about WCU and the QEP. WCU is committed to inclusive excellence and a welcoming community where all belong.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities are described in the minimum and preferred qualifications below.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Position Details

Open Date / Close Date

Open Date : 11 / 22 / 2024

Open Until Filled : Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Application materials must be submitted online. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a candidate has been selected for hire. Please include cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, unofficial transcripts from highest degree earned, and a list of three professional references with full contact information. For questions, contact Amber Thompson at acthompson@wcu.edu. The transcript requirements described above apply as stated.

Background & Credential Verification

Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Some vacancies require credit or motor vehicle checks. All new employees are required to have listed credentials / degrees verified within 30 days of employment. Official transcripts must be provided within 30 days of employment for highest earned degree or the degree used to satisfy credential requirements.

EEO & Safety

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable laws. University safety information and related notices are available in the posting. For accommodations during the application process, contact the listed recruiter.

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