University of North Carolina at Charlotte-Assistant Professor / Associate Professor

The Office of Student Development and Success in the William States Lee College Engineering (LCOE) at UNC Charlotte is offering a unique opportunity for five full-time 9-month, non-tenure-track faculty positions at the teaching Assistant/Associate Professor rank. With a preferred start date of Jan 2025 or Aug 2025, this role will be involved in developing, teaching, and continuously improving the inaugural Common First Year Curriculum, which will be introduced in Fall 2025. This curriculum will be the foundation for all First Time in College (FTIC) students.

UNC Charlotte (charlotte.edu), the third-largest institution in the UNC System, enrolls more than 30,000 students. As North Carolina's urban research university, it is rapidly approaching R1 eligibility. The University pairs world-class research with outstanding academics, innovative support services, and strong community connections dedicated to transformative learning with local-to-global impact. The William States Lee College of Engineering (LCOE) is a community of students, faculty, and industry partners who are shaping the future together. Our mission is to transform lives, communities, and industries through student-centered applied learning, powerful partnerships, and solving complex problems focusing on impacting society. Students participate in experiential, hands-on projects, resulting in real-world-ready talent. LCOE offers 11 undergraduate, 9 MS, and 4 PhD degrees from 5 departments.

Salary Range $70,000 - $95,000

Description of Work:

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte recognizes the differentiation of mission, goals, and objectives inherent in the diversity of disciplines represented by its colleges and departments. Thus, the Job Responsibilities and Essential Functions for Non-Tenure Track Faculty should be interpreted in the context of the related departmental and collegiate teaching goals.

Teaching - Faculty responsibilities and essential functions with respect to teaching may include but are not limited to: subject matter competence, course design, course presentation, and grading student work.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The position's primary duties include teaching and developing with a team of faculty the Common First Year (CFY) introductory engineering courses. The successful applicant will be an integral part of the CFY faculty team. Through collaboration, the team fosters a supportive and effective learning environment for students. Candidates must have the communication skills, energy, and passion for teaching fundamental concepts to firstyear College of Engineering students. Applicants will demonstrate a commitment to excellence in higher education to students from all backgrounds and a dedication to the success of beginning College of Engineering students.

In addition, candidates actively contribute to the department's undergraduate teaching mission, provide career exploration, and support OSDS Academic Success programs and activities. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to engaging in accreditation procedures, program assessment, and service to the department, College, and University as needed.

Minimum Education/Experience Requirements:

UNC Charlotte gives primary consideration to the earned masters and/or terminal degree in the teaching discipline or a related discipline.

Department Preferred Education, Skills and Training Experience

For this position candidates must hold a Bachelor's, Master's and PhD degree by the start of the appointment with at least one degree in an engineering field from an ABET accredited engineering program. One degree should also be in engineering education or a closely related discipline; evidence of skills in curriculum development is required.

Special Notes to Applicants

Application procedure: Only electronic submissions will be accepted through jobs.charlotte.edu/, and applicants are subject to a criminal background check. Please submit a cover letter addressing all areas of responsibility and qualifications, as well as a curriculum vitae and contact information for three professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled.

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and an ADVANCE Institution that strives to create an academic climate in which the dignity of all individuals is respected and maintained.

Open Until Filled Yes

Apply Link : https://jobs.charlotte.edu/postings/59386