University of Memphis

Posting Number FAE1884

Advertised Title Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice, Herff College of Engineering

Campus Location Main Campus (Memphis, TN)

Position Number L24224

Category Full-Time Faculty

Department College of Engineering

Position Summary

Position Summay

The Herff College of Engineering at the University of Memphis is seeking qualified applicants for an Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice position. This is a twelve-month, non-tenure track appointment. Hiring is contingent on final budget approval. The primary responsibilities include teaching practicum-based courses, training students, faculty, and staff on safe use of equipment in shops and maker spaces and supervision of other training personnel, managing maintenance of equipment, staffing, and student use of shops and maker spaces, assisting students in realization of projects using shops and maker spaces, and providing direction and management of research equipment technicians in the college.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Effectively deliver instruction in practicum-based engineering courses in the College. (moved to top since this is a faculty line)
• Provide support on student-focused college initiatives, such as E-day and Career Fairs.
• Develop and maintain safe operating procedures and training protocols in compliance with the University Office of Environmental Health & Safety as well as maintain records of personnel qualified to use different pieces of equipment.
• Specify and purchase new equipment and necessary supplies.
• Manage the shop and maker space for cleanliness and maintenance.
• Use and maintain maker space equipment such as 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC machines, tools for electronics fabrication/assembly, hand tools, power tools, sewing machines and textile tools.
• Work with industry and other college staff to attain student project sponsorship.
• Develop and maintain policies and processes to guide technicians in laboratory upkeep.
• Plan for equipment upgrades and maintenance.
• Assist with relevant parts of ABET accreditation documentation (facilities and safety).

Position Qualifications

This position requires a master’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering, or a closely related field.

Minimum Position Qualifications

Master’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering, or a closely related field.

Special Conditions

Posting Date 04/30/2025

Closing Date

Open Until Screening Begins Yes

Hiring Range Commensurate with Education

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time: Benefits Eligible

Special Instructions to Applicants

Candidates must submit their application through https://workforum.memphis.edu/.

Click on the full-time faculty menu to find the Engineering posting. Applications must include a cover letter, a comprehensive curriculum vitae, and the full names and contact information (address, phone number, and email address) of five professional references.

To be considered for the Associate level, applicants must provide documented evidence of high-quality teaching, service to an academic institution, and contributions to student development and success. Please use ‘Other Documents 1’ to upload evidence.

Screening of applications will begin immediately and may continue until the position is filled. Please contact Dr. Amy Curry (amy.curry@memphis.edu) if you have any questions.

Instructions to Applicant regarding references

Is this posting for UofM employees only? No

Benefits of Employment (Applies to full-time, non-police employees only)