Posting Number FAE1915
Advertised Title Assistant/Associate Professor of Teaching Department of Engineering Technology
Campus Location Main Campus (Memphis, TN)
Position Number 024256
Category Full-Time Faculty
Department Engineering Technology
Position Summary
Assistant/Associate Professor of Teaching
Department of Engineering Technology
The Department of Engineering Technology and the Polytecnic@UofM in the Herff College of Engineering University of Memphis are seeking qualified applicants for an Assistant/Associate Professor of Teaching position. This is a twelve-month, non-tenure track appointment. The Assistant/Associate Professor of Teaching will teach primarily at the Memphis campus though teaching at off-campus sites or virtually may be required. Teaching in the summer and advising of undergraduate majors on their curriculum in Engineering Technology or Polytechnic programs may also be required. The typical teaching load is 3 or 4 courses per semester, depending on other service activities. A background in computer software is required. In addition, this position will assist with the development and implementation of applied cybersecurity and applied AI programs, and thus, experience in these areas is preferred.
The University of Memphis is a State of Tennessee Carnegie R1 flagship university and is the largest public university and engineering program in western Tennessee with an enrollment of about 22,000 students. The Herff College of Engineering at The University of Memphis is nationally ranked in both its undergraduate and graduate programs. Additional information about the college and the department can be found at http://memphis.edu/herff/.
The Engineering Technology Department has 8 tenured/tenure-track faculty positions and an enrollment of about 160 students pursuing B.S. and M.S. degrees. The programs are general engineering technology with various areas of emphasis from which the student may select, generally grouped into areas of computer, electronics and industrial controls, and manufacturing. Specific curriculum details can be found in the Undergraduate Catalog. In addition, a new academic unit, The Polytechnic@UofM, have been created to offer innovative programs in applied technology with a focus on workforce readiness, and will have an information technology degree program. Engineering Technology is a part of the Polytechnic.
The city of Memphis is an attractive location in Tennessee, and is world-renowned for its music, food, and hospitality. Memphis is home to three Fortune 500 companies (FedEx, International Paper, and AutoZone) and has a strong presence in health, medical devices, transportation and logistics, automotive, and entertainment industries. The Herff College has many partnerships with local industry for both research and education applications.
Candidates must have a strong commitment to undergraduate instruction and curriculum development, including online content. The candidate should have a background in computer programming. Knowledge of cybersecurity and/or artificial intelligence is desired. Experience teaching engineering technology courses and developing engineering technology curricula in an ABET/ETAC accredited program is a plus, as is industrial experience.
The anticipated start date is July 1, 2025. Applicants with a PhD from an accredited institution in either Computer Science, Engineering, Engineering Technology, Management Information Systems, or a closely related field are desired. A master’s degree in one of these areas is the minimum requirement. Experience in college teaching and curriculum development in fields related to information technology is desired.
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, three professional references’ full names and contact information (address, phone number, and email address), and a teaching statement. Screening of applications will begin immediately and may continue until the position is filled.
(1) Teaching Statement (1 page): Describe your teaching experiences and training, overall approach to teaching, and how you see yourself contributing to our undergraduate engineering and information technology programs. Specific required undergraduate courses that you are interested or able to teach are helpful. Describe your experience teaching programming, your expertise with different programming languages, and any experience with cybersecurity or artificial intelligence.
The University of Memphis urges all qualified applicants to apply for this position. The appointment will be based on qualifications as they relate to position requirements without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class.
Minimum Position Qualifications
Minimum requirement for this role is a master’s degree from an accredited institution in Computer Science, Engineering, Engineering Technology, Management Information Systems or closely related field OR a PhD. from an accredited institution in either Computer Science, Engineering, Engineering Technology, Management Information Systems, or a closely related field.
Special Conditions
Posting Date 05/23/2025
Closing Date
Open Until Screening Begins Yes
Hiring Range Commensurate with Education and Experience
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time: Benefits Eligible
Special Instructions to Applicants
Candidates must submit their application online 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, three professional references’ full names and contact information (address, phone number, and email address), and a teaching statement. Screening of applications will begin immediately and may continue until the position is filled.
(1) Teaching Statement (1 page): Describe your teaching experiences and training, overall approach to teaching, and how you see yourself contributing to our undergraduate engineering and information technology programs. Specific required undergraduate courses that you are interested or able to teach are helpful. Describe your experience teaching programming, your expertise with different programming languages, and any experience with cybersecurity or artificial intelligence.
Candidates who are called for an interview must notify the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.
Instructions to Applicant regarding references
Is this posting for UofM employees only? No
Benefits of Employment (Applies to full-time, non-police employees only)
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