Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice/Teaching, Herff College of Engineering

Posting Number FAE1884

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

Campus Location Main Campus (Memphis, TN)

Position Number L24224

Category Full-Time Faculty

Department College of Engineering

Position Summary

Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice/Teaching, Herff College of Engineering

The Herff College of Engineering at the University of Memphis is seeking qualified applicants for an Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Practice or Teaching position. This is a twelve-month, non-tenure track appointment. Hiring is contingent on final budget approval. The primary responsibilities include 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. The position will also include the following duties and responsibilities:

• 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 spaces for cleanliness and maintenance.
• 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).
• Provide support on college initiatives, such as E-day and Career Fairs.

This position requires a Master’s degree or 5 years of relevant experience in engineering, technology, or closely related field. Experience is desired in using and maintaining shop and 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, and associated software.

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. Screening of applications will begin January 15, 2025, and may continue until the position is filled. Please contact Dr. Amy Curry ([email protected]) if you have any questions.

The University of Memphis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We urge all qualified applicants to apply for this position. 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

This position requires a Master’s degree or 5 years of relevant experience in engineering, technology, or closely related field.

Special Conditions

Posting Date 12/16/2024

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 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. Screening of applications will begin January 15, 2025, and may continue until the position is filled. Please contact Dr. Amy Curry ([email protected]) 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)

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