1. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Tenure-track faculty position at Assistant Professor rank, Rowan University
2. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Multiple Faculty Positions (Assistant Professor / Associate Professor / Professor of the Practice), Wake Forest University
3. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Assistant, Associate, Full Professors in Big Data Analytics, Biomedical Innovations and Sustainability, University of Missouri-Columbia
4. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Continuing Track Assistant Professor, University of Delaware
5. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Professor of Practice, University of Georgia
6. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Tenure-track Faculty Position in Mechanical Engineering, Southern Utah University
7. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Program Support Facilitator, University of Akron
8. CALL FOR PARTICIPATION: 2018 Institute on Project-Based Learning
9. CALL FOR SUMBISSIONS: 8th IEEE Integrated STEM Education Conference
10. CALL FOR GOVERNING BOARD MEMBERS: 2018 Research in Engineering Education Network Election
11. CALL FOR RESEARCH STUDY PARTICIPANTS: Graduate Student Experiences Survey
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1. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Tenure-track faculty position at Assistant Professor rank, Rowan University
The Department of Experiential Engineering Education (ExEEd) in the Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering at Rowan University invites applications for tenure-track faculty position(s) at the Assistant Professor rank. ExEEd was launched as a new Department in 2016 to catalyze the translation of educational innovations into the classroom, cultivate a collaborative environment for engineering education research, and to lead the College’s undergraduate engineering educational mission in the freshman and sophomore years.
Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to engage in high quality, evidence-based teaching and build a robust research program focused on engineering education. As part of their teaching role within the department, they will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of innovative projects, pedagogies and curricula in an environment where excellence in teaching is strongly valued. They will have the opportunity to work collaboratively to develop a novel graduate engineering education curriculum. The successful candidate must demonstrate commitment to working with students and faculty from different engineering disciplines and from diverse backgrounds including women, students of color, LGBTQ students, first-generation to college students, students with disabilities, students with low socioeconomic status, and veterans.
Applicants must have earned a minimum of a B.S. degree in Engineering and a Ph.D. in Engineering, Engineering Education, STEM Education or an equivalent field. In addition, the successful candidate is expected to demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to teach in a multidisciplinary, hands-on, project and problem-based learning environment. Applications should include the following, assembled in the following order in a single PDF file: 1) a cover letter summarizing qualifications, 2) curriculum vita, 3) one-page teaching statement, 4) two-page research statement, 5) one-page diversity statement addressing how you would incorporate diversity and inclusion into your teaching materials and methods and 6) names and contact information for three references. Please name the file as <LastName>_ExEEd_Application.pdf. The application can be submitted at: http://jobs.rowan.edu/cw/en-us/job/492369/
Review of applications will begin November 15, 2017. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Questions should be addressed to farrell@rowan.edu.
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2. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Multiple Faculty Positions (Assistant Professor / Associate Professor / Professor of the Practice), Wake Forest University
https://wake-hr.silkroad.com/epostings/index.cfm?fuseaction=app.jobinfo&id=23&jobid=2794&company_id=16141&version=1&source=ONLINE&JobOwner=992545&level=levelid2&levelid2=2808&startflag=3
Wake Forest University (WFU), a top-30 nationally ranked university located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, welcomed its inaugural class of engineering students in August 2017. The new Department of Engineering invites applications at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor of the Practice in any engineering area to begin in the fall semester of 2018. We seek colleagues who are excited about building a new program that embodies the values of empowerment, integrity, inclusion, compassion, community, growth, and joy in every layer of our fabric (i.e., faculty-student interactions, faculty-faculty interactions, promotion and tenure guidelines, curriculum development, space design, etc.). Successful candidates will be appointed to a teaching professional, tenure track, or tenured position in the Department of Engineering and will help establish the new undergraduate engineering program, which embraces Wake Forest’s culture as a leading collegiate university in the US [http://www.wfu.edu/visitors/quickfacts.html]. As a collegiate university, WFU combines the tradition and intimacy of a small liberal arts college with the innovation and vitality of a research university. The new Department of Engineering is part of the Undergraduate College, which prides itself in realizing the university motto of Pro Humanitate (for humanity) through its commitment to the engaged liberal arts and the teacher-scholar ideal. The Department of Engineering is the anchor program at the new Wake Downtown campus, located in Wake Forest’s Innovation Quarter in downtown Winston-Salem, which serves as a convenient extension of the main WFU Reynolda campus with frequent shuttle service linking the campuses. Wake Downtown opened its doors in January 2017 and is a splendid canvas upon which to design and build a world-renowned engineering program.
Who we Are – In the nation, we are the only BS Engineering program (with undergraduate students only), grounded in the liberal arts at a research university. This unique combination not only defines who we are, but defines our unique characteristics. Our students will graduate with a BS in Engineering and have an exemplary undergraduate experience infused with the liberal arts. We strive to be a leader in undergraduate education with primary motivations being innovation in the curriculum, effective learning methods, an authentic liberal arts education educating the whole person, and featuring a project-based curriculum that emphasizes creative design and community partnerships. Currently, the department has 4 faculty and 55 first-year students (40% female and 20% minority). Our vision for our engineering students is to be (a) leaders and agents of change embodying the WFU motto of Pro Humanitate (for humanity), (b) active seekers and creators of knowledge, (c) empowered with the engineering fundamentals but also strengthened with the breadth of an exceptional liberal arts education, (d) adaptive experts that recognize the strengths and limits of his/her knowledge and her/his team, (e) innovators by embracing inclusion, diversity, and equity, and (f) fearless in the face of complex problems.
What to Submit – Interested applicants should apply via the University’s career website at: https://wakejobs.silkroad.com. The application should include the following: (1) a cover letter that addresses the applicant’s motivation to be a founding faculty member, personal values in alignment with the department values, and vision for building a modern, interdisciplinary engineering program; (2) a CV with an accompanying list of 3-5 references representing supervisors, students, and staff; (3) a teaching statement that addresses the candidate’s philosophy on teaching and learning as well as a plan to establish an inclusive classroom culture and one that infuses the liberal arts; (4) for a tenure-track/tenure position, a scholarship statement that describes the candidate’s ideas and plans for scholarly pursuits, impact, and professional growth within an undergraduate program; and (5) a professional service statement that describes the candidate’s interests and plans in serving the department, university, profession, and society. Aside from the CV, all other documents should not exceed 2 pages each and should be uploaded as PDFs. Please note that there is a limit of 5 file uploads per applicant. References will only be contacted with prior approval of the applicant. Review of applications will begin on December 15, 2017, and will continue until the positions are filled with new applications reviewed on a regular cycle. Further information is available at college.wfu.edu/engineering/. Inquiries about the application process and document submission may be addressed to wakejobs@wfu.edu. Inquiries about the positions in general can be directed to any of the WFU engineering faculty.
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3. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Assistant, Associate, Full Professors in Big Data Analytics, Biomedical Innovations and Sustainability, University of Missouri-Columbia
Description: Under the new leadership of Dean Elizabeth Loboa, the College of Engineering at the University of Missouri is in the process of hiring approximately 40-50 new faculty in the area of Big Data Analytics, Biomedical Innovations, and Sustainability (Food, Energy, Water, and Smart Cities). These new hires will have the potential to be joint hires with the other colleges/schools at the University of Missouri (MU). MU offers a rich environment for collaboration with other faculty in Arts & Sciences, Health Professions, Medicine, Nursing, Veterinary Medicine, and Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources. MU specifically invites and encourages applications from women and members of groups underrepresented in science. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA employer firmly committed to fostering ethnic, racial, and gender diversity in our faculty.
We invite applications for tenured or tenure-track positions at the Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor level. Candidates are expected to have potential for establishing a competitively funded research program. The successful candidate will also be expected to teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in these areas. For more detailed information about the positions, visit our website at http://engineeringcareers.missouri.edu/
Qualifications: Applicants should have an earned a PhD in engineering or a related field. Those with relevant postdoctoral experience are particularly encouraged to apply.
Closing Date: Applications will be reviewed as received and will continue until the positions are filled.
Application: Applicants should submit a CV, a research plan, a teaching statement and a list of three to five professional references electronically to http://hrs.missouri.edu/find-a-job/academic/index.php. Inquiries can be directed to Sheila Grant, Associate Dean of Research, College of Engineering, University of Missouri, email: GrantSA@missouri.edu.
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4. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Continuing Track Assistant Professor, University of Delaware
The Department of Mechanical Engineering (ME) at the University of Delaware (UD) invites applications for a Continuing Track (CT) Assistant Professor of Instruction faculty position. CT positions at UD have full voting rights, regular promotion schedules, and access to sabbaticals. Responsibilities will include teaching and curriculum development related to all aspects of the undergraduate mechanical engineering program. Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in mechanical engineering, or closely related field, and have teaching experience, a record of scholarship in engineering education, and interest in program accreditation. Industrial experience in mechanical engineering will be viewed favorably. More information can be found at: http://me.udel.edu/careers/UD-MEEG_CT-Instruction.pdf
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5. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Professor of Practice, University of Georgia
There is an opening for a Professor of Practice position in engineering education at the University of Georgia (UGA). The successful applicant will serve as the Associate Director for Educational Innovation and Impact in the recently established Engineering Education Transformations Institute (EETI) located in the College of Engineering. For more details see the full position description at: http://www.engineering.uga.edu/uploads/main/ENED_position_announcement_impact_updated_03.pdf
We believe this is an exciting opportunity for someone with an engineering education background to make a unique contribution outside the traditional tenure track role.
We would appreciate your help in distributing the announcement (see also attached pdf) to your department, your research group, and your professional networks. Please contact me directly at (jwalther@engr.uga.edu) if you have any further question.
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6. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Tenure-track Faculty Position in Mechanical Engineering, Southern Utah University
Southern Utah University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor rank with an August 2018 starting date. A Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field is required. A Ph.D. in Engineering Education with the technical background to teach in mechanical engineering would meet the requirement.
The department is seeking faculty with strong interest in teaching and skill sets that complement the current faculty and needs of the programs. Primary areas of interest include mechanical design and manufacturing however, other areas related to mechanical engineering may also be considered.
The review process will begin December 1, 2017 and will continue until the position is filled. To apply online and for further details: https://jobs.suu.edu/postings/1568
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7. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Program Support Facilitator, University of Akron
The University of Akron’s College of Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering seeks a person for the position of HIEI Program Support Facilitator (PSF) to begin as soon as possible. The PSF will be an employee of The University of Akron, and will work closely with The University of Akron Research Foundation, private sector partners, and international contacts.
The PSF will facilitate assessment of a technical training program at a training institute in Saudi Arabia, contract with content experts for continuous improvement of instructional materials, train instructors in assessment practices, and facilitate support services from the University and UARF for the training institute. The PSF’s work will be Akron based, with occasional travel to Saudi Arabia to have good familiarity with the program and provide support in the creation of documents and procedures for accreditation.
QUALIFICATIONS: The successful candidate should have at least 4 years of experience in technical or scientific teaching and 3 or more years of experience in program evaluation; a Master’s degree (Ph.D. preferred) in a technical area or education; broad knowledge of technical training, teaching, and the theory and methodology of program and learning assessment; demonstrated success in working in a collaborative team environment with flexibility, taking initiative and doing what needs to be done to reach shared goals; and outstanding written and oral communication skills in English including the ability to write documentation of educational and training assessment at a level of proficiency requiring minimal revision by the supervisor. Ability to travel internationally for this position is required. Experience in delivering technical training in English to trainees for whom English is a second language or success in teaching across a cultural or language barrier is a plus. Familiarity with the elastomer industry or Arabic language and culture would be advantageous.
Those interested in learning more about the position may contact: Prof. Mark Foster, mfoster@uakron.edu.
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8. CALL FOR PARTICIPATION: 2018 Institute on Project-Based Learning
The 2018 Institute on Project-Based Learning (PBL), http://wp.wpi.edu/projectbasedlearning/2018-institute/ , will be held June 20-23, 2018, at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) in Worcester, Massachusetts. Run by WPI in partnership with the Association of American Colleges & Universities, the Institute draws on more than 40 years of experience integrating project-based initiatives into undergraduate education.
This 2.5-day intensive workshop brings together teams of five or more faculty and administrators from colleges and universities to gain knowledge about project-based learning and make tangible progress to integrate PBL into their own curricula. The Institute includes a mix of interactive workshops, consultation with experts, and collaborative teamwork. Participants come to the Institute with a specific goal or project they would like to advance and leave with an enhanced understanding of PBL and a tailored plan to advance work on their own campuses as well as materials and examples. See http://wpi.today/umbc-impact-16 to learn more about how the Institute assisted the College of Engineering and Information Technology at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County to advance initiatives on their campus.
Who Should Attend: The Institute is designed for faculty and administrators from a wide variety of institutions, including public, private, STEM, liberal arts, community colleges, and research universities, who are interested advancing project-based learning in their curricula.
Application Guidelines: Institute applicants are asked to propose a goal or a specific project they want to address. Applications will be judged on the extent to which the team is likely to benefit from the Institute and advance its project-based learning initiatives. To learn more about the application process, visit http://wp.wpi.edu/projectbasedlearning/2018-institute/apply/
APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 13, 2018
If you have questions, please visit http://wp.wpi.edu/projectbasedlearning/contact/
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9. CALL FOR SUMBISSIONS: 8th IEEE Integrated STEM Education Conference
Submissions to the 8th IEEE Integrated STEM Education Conference (ISEC ’18, held on 3.10.18 in Princeton, NJ) are now open! ISEC is known for featuring cutting-edge research and experiences with integrated approaches to the study of science, math, and technology through experiences and activities based in engineering and other design disciplines. This year’s theme is iSTEM: Lead, Engage, Succeed!
Please use this link to submit: http://edas.info/N23742. You will need to set up an account in EDAS before submitting if you do not already have one. Submissions will close at 11:59 EST on 12.31.17.
Submissions are accepted in three categories: Papers (full or WIP), Posters by K-12 students, and Workshops. Please see the full CFP on the conference website, ewh.ieee.org/conf/stem, and our Facebook page for details on paper format requirements and templates, fees, and other conference information. Follow us on Twitter @IEEE_ISEC, and like us on Facebook (search for ISEC). Contact us at ieee.isec@gmail.com for more information. We look forward to your participation in ISEC 2018!
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10. CALL FOR GOVERNING BOARD MEMBERS: 2018 Research in Engineering Education Network Election
The Research in Engineering Education Network (REEN) Governing Board is currently seeking nominations for individuals interested in joining the board in 2018. We are seeking nominations for representatives from the following regions (1 representative per region): Africa, Asia, Europe, North America and South America. Each representative serves for four years (2018-2022), at which time they may seek re-election. The board is comprised of two representatives for each of North America, Europe, and Australia and one representative for each of Asia, Africa, and South America (subject to future change based on regional research activity). The main commitment is a 1 hour meeting (teleconference) once a month at a time determined by time zones of board members. Extra time may be required regarding symposium work (e.g., abstract and paper reviews).
Interested individuals must submit a candidate’s statement for an internal election to be held in December 2017. If interested in being a REEN governing board member from one of these regions, please send the following information as a single .docx or .doc file to Adam Carberry (adam.carberry@asu.edu) – 2018 REEN Governing Board Chair, by Friday, December 8th:
1. motivation statement (200 words) describing why you are interested in being on the REEN board and what experience, expertise, and contributions you will bring
2. CV (200 words; relevant career highlights ONLY)
3. photograph of yourself (for the REEN website if selected)
Note: You may also embed a URL in your motivation statement if there is additional information you would like to share.
Board members must be active in Engineering Education Research (EER) and it is strongly recommended, but not required, that applicants have previously participated in a REES conference. Please highlight your activities and accomplishments specific to EER in your submitted application. Announcements of results will be made in early/mid-January 2018. Please visit the REEN website to join our mailing list or LinkedIN Group and to obtain further information about REEN – https://www.reen.co/.
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11. CALL FOR RESEARCH STUDY PARTICIPANTS: Graduate Student Experiences Survey: Survey on graduate student engineering identity and motivation in graduate engineering programs
Dear Colleagues,
We are conducting a National Science Foundation funded study (#1535254) on graduate student engineering identity and motivation in graduate programs. The survey is voluntary, confidential, accessible online, and will only take students about 15 minutes to complete.
We have selected a nationally representative sample of engineering graduate programs to participate in the survey and will be sending emails to graduate program directors inviting those programs to participate. If you receive an email, please help us by providing an email list of graduate engineering students. If you would like your program’s students to be included, please provide an email list of students here. Participating programs will receive aggregate information about their students’ responses.
For more information about the project, please visit our website here.
Thank you for your time,
Cheryl Cass, North Carolina State University
Adam Kirn, University of Nevada, Reno
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