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University of Connecticut (UConn) Assistant/Associate Professor in Residence – College of Engineering in Storrs, Connecticut
INTRODUCTION
The College of Engineering (CoE) at the University of Connecticut (UConn) seeks qualified candidates for a non-tenure track position of Assistant or Associate Professor in Residence (APiR) to teach a variety of cross-disciplinary courses at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. Depending upon the candidate’s background, they will be housed in the appropriate school or department within the college for promotion and review purposes. This position reports to the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Education. The responsibilities of applicants for this position are as described below.
The University of Connecticut is pleased to invite applications for an In-Residence faculty position in the College of Engineering at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor at the Storrs campus. The successful candidate will share a deep commitment to effective instruction at the undergraduate and graduate levels, innovative courses and instruction methods, and mentoring of students in research, outreach, and professional development. Successful candidates will also be expected to broaden participation among members of under-represented groups; demonstrate through research, teaching, and/or public engagement the commitment to, and support of, diversity in the learning experience; integrate multicultural experiences into instructional methods and research tools; and provide leadership in developing pedagogical techniques designed to meet the needs of diverse learning styles and intellectual interests.
Founded in 1881, UConn is a Land Grant and Sea Grant institution and member of the Space Grant Consortium. It is the state’s flagship institution of higher education and includes a main campus in Storrs, CT, four regional campuses throughout the state, and 13 Schools and Colleges, including a Law School in Hartford, and Medical and Dental Schools at the UConn Health campus in Farmington. The University has approximately 10,000 faculty and staff and 32,000 students, including nearly 24,000 undergraduates and over 8,000 graduate and professional students. UConn is a Carnegie Foundation R1 (highest research activity) institution, among the top 25 public universities in the nation. Through research, teaching, service, and outreach, UConn embraces diversity and cultivates leadership, integrity, and engaged citizenship in its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. UConn promotes the health and well-being of citizens by enhancing the social, economic, cultural, and natural environments of the state and beyond. The University serves as a beacon of academic and research excellence as well as a center for innovation and social service to communities. UConn is a leader in many scholarly, research, and innovation areas. Today, the path forward includes exciting opportunities and notable challenges. Record numbers of undergraduate applications and support for student success have enabled the University to become extraordinarily selective.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The College of Engineering welcomes approximately 1000 first-year undergraduate students and approximately 130 graduate students across all majors each year. At the undergraduate level, the college is responsible for offering multiple courses to incoming students that help them transition from high school to college, confirm their choice of major within the college, and provide them with opportunities for team-based, project-based, and experiential learning. The college also supports the Multidisciplinary Engineering (MDE) major, which crosses disciplinary boundaries. At the graduate level, there are a series of professional development courses offered to help build important student success skills for new and continuing graduate students.
The successful candidate will:
Teach/lead/organize the ENGR 1000 Introduction to Engineering course, taken by all incoming first-year students in the fall semester. This includes coordinating content with instructors at UConn’s four regional campuses.
Teach/support the ENGR 1166 Foundations of Engineering course, which serves all students outside the School of Computing, in collaboration with the Director of Engineering Education Initiatives, who oversees the logistics for this course each spring.
Support students in the Multidisciplinary Engineering major through teaching the ENGR 4001/4002W Capstone Design courses.
Coordinate and teach one/two graduate professional development course(s) with the Director of Engineering Education Initiatives.
The typical load for an APiR position is 6 courses per academic year.
Additional tasks may include serving as a mentor for senior design teams; contributing to and expanding the offerings associated with the MDE major; and participating in various outreach programs. The successful candidate will share a deep commitment to teamwork, effective instruction at the undergraduate level, innovation in teaching and mentorship, and work closely with other teaching faculty to enhance classroom activities and instruction in the college. The successful candidate will also be expected to promote participation among members of under-represented groups and employ pedagogical techniques designed to meet the needs of diverse learning styles and intellectual interests.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Completion of all requirements for a Ph.D. in an engineering, computing, or closely related field by the time of appointment.
Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching, as evidenced by a teaching portfolio highlighting innovative teaching methods and/or verifiable exceptional success with positive student outcomes.
Ability to teach basic and advanced undergraduate engineering or computing courses.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
An established record of excellence in teaching, as evidenced by a teaching portfolio highlighting innovative teaching methods and/or verifiable exceptional success with positive student outcomes.
The ability to effectively communicate and a record of outreach and public engagement.
Demonstrated experience in inclusive or equitable teaching or equity-focused initiatives, as evidenced by a teaching portfolio highlighting innovative inclusive or equitable teaching methods and/or verifiable exceptional success with positive student outcomes in these areas.
APPOINTMENT TERMS
This is a 9-month, non-tenure track position as Assistant or Associate Professor in Residence with an academic appointment in a school or department within the College of Engineering. The successful candidate’s primary academic appointment will be at the UConn main campus in Storrs, CT. The preferred start date is January 1, 2025. Salary and rank will be commensurate with candidate qualifications.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
TO APPLY
Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Faculty and Staff Positions, Search #498688 to upload the following additional application materials:
A cover letter,
Curriculum vitae,
Teaching statement (including teaching philosophy, teaching experience, commitment to effective learning, concepts for new course development, etc.);
Three (3) letters of reference.
Evaluation of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
At the University of Connecticut, our commitment to excellence is complemented by our commitment to building a culturally diverse community.
This position will be filled subject to budgetary approval.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics, which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.
All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.
The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO Employer.