1. ERM ANNOUNCEMENT: Revised Instructions for Submitted Announcements for the ERM Listserv
2. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Open Rank (Assistant/Associate/Full Professor), Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of South Florida, Tampa starting Fall 2019
3. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Tenure Track Faculty Position in Engineering Education at the University of Georgia (UGA)
4. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Open Rank Tenure Track Biomedical Engineering Faculty Position, Biomedical Engineering, Bucknell University
5. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Teaching Assistant Professor, Fundamentals of Engineering Program, West Virginia University
6. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Professor (All Ranks) in Engineering Education at Arizona State University
7. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Two Tenure-track faculty positions, UNC Charlotte Department of Electrical Engineering
8. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Postdoctoral Fellow position available at University of Florida
9. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Assistant Professor in the Department of Experiential Engineering Education (ExEEd) in the Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering at Rowan University
10. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Instructional Consultant, University of Michigan (CRLT in Engineering)
11. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: 1) Tenure-track Assistant Professor or Instructor of Engineering and 2) Tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor or Instructor of Engineering (electrical engineering)
12. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Tenure-track Assistant Professor Position, Department of Engineering, St. Vincent College
13. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Director of Enrollment Management, Columbia College of Engineering, University of Missouri
14. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Multiple Open-Rank Faculty and Founding Director Positions in Engineering And Computing Education at Florida International University
15. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Two Assistant/Associate/Full Professors of Engineering Education, Department of Engineering Education, University at Buffalo
16. CALL FOR NOMINATIONS: Editor of Chemical Engineering Education
17. CALL FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS: Join University of Florida Scholars interested in Workforce Development in Civil Engineering
18. CALL FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS: Engineering Education Grad Student Openings at University of Florida
19. CALL FOR PARTICIPATION: Emerging Engineering Educators Making Academic Happen Workshop (E3 MACH)—Applications now being accepted and full scholarships available
20. CALL FOR PARTICIPATION: Early Career Engineering Education Researcher Self-Evaluation
21. CALL FOR PARTICIPATION: Short Survey on How Engineering Faculty Engage in Self-Regulated Learning about Teaching
22. CALL FOR PhD FELLOWSHIP APPLICANTS: Data Analytics Within Digital Immersion Environments
23. CALL FOR PARTICIPATION: 2019 Institute on Project-Based Learning
24. CALL FOR PARTICIPATION: NSF RED Webinar
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1. ERM ANNOUNCEMENT: Revised Instructions for Submitted Announcements for the ERM Listserv
To send an announcement to the ERM listserv, please prepare a 2-3 paragraph description including any relevant URLs and contact info as well as a subject line. Do not include any attachments. Be sure that the announcement includes the person to contact with questions. Email all of this information to matushm@vt.edu with [ERM Announcement] in the subject line to facilitate email sorting. Announcements will be sent out on the 1st and 15th of each month. Each set of announcements will be included in the announcements email twice. Announcements will also be recorded on the ERM website: http://erm.asee.org/
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2. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Open Rank (Assistant/Associate/Full Professor), Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of South Florida, Tampa starting Fall 2019
The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of South Florida invites applications for tenured/tenure-earning faculty positions at Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor ranks to begin on August 7, 2019. Areas of emphasis for these positions are advanced manufacturing, thermal systems, and design, but all related fields including engineering education will be considered. Information about the Department can be found at http://me.eng.usf.edu.
Applicants must submit a detailed curriculum vitae and names of at least four professional references. In addition, the application should include a 1-page statement of the applicant’s teaching interest and vision, and a 1-page statement of the applicant’s research plans. The cover letter indicating your interest in the specific rank should be addressed to Faculty Search Committee Chair, Mechanical Engineering, University of South Florida, 4202 E. Fowler Ave, ENB 118, Tampa, Florida, 33620. Review of applications will begin on December 15, 2018, and will continue until filled.
Applicants must submit their application electronically with supporting documentation as one PDF file directly online to: https://www.usf.edu/work-at-usf/careers/index.aspx. (Applicants search Job Opening ID#18698).
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3. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Tenure Track Faculty Position in Engineering Education at the University of Georgia (UGA)
The successful applicant will join 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_FINAL.pdf
We believe this is an exciting opportunity for and engineering education scholar to build or continue to grow a leading research program while being embedded in a vibrant community committed to educational impact and institutional change. 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 Jo Walther directly at (jwalther@engr.uga.edu) if you have any further question.
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4. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Open Rank Tenure Track Biomedical Engineering Faculty Position, Biomedical Engineering, Bucknell University
The Department of Biomedical Engineering at Bucknell University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position to begin August 2019. We expect to hire at the assistant professor level but are open to considering outstanding candidates at other ranks. We seek an outstanding and enthusiastic educator with a passion for engaging undergraduates in the classroom and the laboratory. While all BME faculty are expected to teach broadly across our curriculum, candidates who are able to offer courses in bioinstrumentation and/or biomechanics are particularly encouraged to apply. An ability and commitment to pursue a research program that is of high quality and importance in any area of biomedical engineering and that engages undergraduate students is required. The candidate will have an opportunity to contribute to the development of new curricular and research opportunities as the department takes occupancy in a new academic building which includes instructional and research facilities for biomedical engineering. A demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusive pedagogy and to institutional and departmental service are also required. Candidates are expected to have a strong technical engineering foundation with a background in biology or health sciences, including a Ph.D. in biomedical engineering or a closely related discipline. Clear evidence of a passion for excellence in teaching and a commitment to high-quality scholarship is essential. Demonstrated potential for continued professional development is also required. For additional information and to apply, please go to Bucknell’s career site (careers.bucknell.edu). For full consideration, applications should be submitted on or before November 26, 2018.
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5. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Teaching Assistant Professor, Fundamentals of Engineering Program, West Virginia University.
The West Virginia University, Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources, Fundamentals of Engineering Program (FEP) is seeking applications for a Teaching Assistant Professor. This nine-month, non-tenure track faculty rank position involves 80% teaching and 20% service. The teaching function involves classroom teaching of 6-8 sections of fundamental (freshman/sophomore level) engineering courses per academic year, curriculum assessment and development, and advising students. The service element of the position involves serving on faculty committees, serving as a liaison to other WVU units, and participating in planned student-related retention, recruitment, and outreach activities. Applicants must have a minimum of a Ph.D. or Ed.D. including a B.S. and/or M.S. in engineering or a closely-related STEM field and a minimum of two (2) years of experience teaching. Applicants must also demonstrate the ability to provide engineering students with a nurturing, stimulating, and exciting learning environment. Teaching Assistant Professors are also encouraged to engage in and support engineering education research focused on issues of student transition, academic success, diversity and inclusivity, and retention.
WVU is the State comprehensive Land Grant University with a main campus enrollment of approximately 29,000 students and a Carnegie Classification–R1: Doctoral Universities Highest Research Activity. Morgantown metro area has a population of about 137,000 residents with Morgantown itself at approximately 31,000. It is ranked among the most livable small cities in the country. Qualified candidates must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the names and complete contact information of three professional references to https://careers.wvu.edu/. For additional information, please contact Dr. Robin Hensel at robin.hensel@mail.wvu.edu. Additional information about WVU and the Statler College may be obtained at www.wvu.edu or www.statler.wvu.edu.
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6. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Professor (All Ranks) in Engineering Education at Arizona State University
The Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University (ASU) and The Polytechnic School (TPS) seeks applicants for a tenure-track or tenured faculty position in engineering education. Appointments may be at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor rank commensurate with the candidate’s experience and accomplishments, beginning August 2019.
We seek applicants who will contribute to our academic programs, promote transdisciplinary teaching and research, and help the University to achieve its aspirations, including enabling student success, transforming society, valuing entrepreneurship, and conducting use-inspired research. Faculty members in the Fulton Schools of Engineering are expected to develop an internationally recognized and externally funded research program, adopt effective pedagogical practices in the development and delivery of graduate and undergraduate courses, mentor both undergraduate and graduate student research and projects, and undertake service activities. We have a growing critical mass of engineering education researchers, and would like to expand our expertise by adding faculty to support our innovative approach to undergraduate education as well as advance our Ph.D. program in Engineering Education Systems and Design (EESD).
To read more about the position, including how to apply see https://apply.interfolio.com/56630. For more information or questions about this position, please contact the search committee chair, Adam Carberry via email at adam.carberry@asu.edu.
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7. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Two Tenure-track faculty positions, UNC Charlotte Department of Electrical Engineering
The UNC Charlotte Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) invites applications for two tenure-track Associate or Assistant Professor positions in electrical and computer engineering starting in Fall 2019. Candidates are sought to fill positions in (1) Communications and networked systems (position #004383) with interest in mobile and wireless systems, information theory, distributed systems, software defined networks, IoT, 5G networks and beyond, communications hardware, and security; and (2) Electromagnetics (position #001717) with interest in electromagnetics, metamaterials, waves, acoustics, massive MIMO antennas, beamforming, antenna design, RF/millimeter/THz devices and systems, electromagnetic modeling and simulation, and time-variant and non-reciprocal electromagnetic devices. Exceptional candidates in other areas are encouraged to apply.
Priority will be given to candidates having original and promising research that integrates well with existing department strengths. Candidates should be committed to excellence in teaching and the creation of a strong externally-sponsored research program complementary to the department. Faculty duties include teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, development of sponsored research programs, supervision of student research, and academic services. Candidates having demonstrated ability to contribute to diversity initiatives are preferred. A Ph.D. degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related areas is required. The ECE department offers B.S. degrees in both Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering, and M.S. and Ph.D. degrees, with over 650 undergraduate and over 200 graduate students; see http://ece.uncc.edu.
Applications must be made electronically at https://jobs.uncc.edu (Position 1# 004383, Position 2# 001717). Applicants should submit a cover letter, a complete resume, a statement of teaching and research experience/goals, and contact information of at least three references. Review of applications will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply. The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is an EOE/AA employer and an ADVANCE Institution.
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8. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Postdoctoral Fellow position available at University of Florida
The Department of Civil and Coastal Engineering at the University of Florida is seeking a full-time postdoctoral fellow to support interdisciplinary research in civil engineering workforce, human development and educational technology. The successful candidate will work in the Simmons Research Lab and help manage research activities related to three workforce development projects funded by the National Science Foundation. At a minimum, applicants should have 1) PhD in Civil Engineering, Construction, Engineering Education, STEM Education, Education, or a closely related social science field; 2) Expertise in quantitative, qualitative, and/or social science research; and 3) A record of peer-reviewed publications. Desired qualifications include: experience with research on broadening participation, engineering education, and/or civil engineering education; experience with conducting systematic literature reviews; experience with publishing in peer-reviewed journals; experience writing research grants; ability to work collaboratively across multiple disciplines; and ability to communicate effectively and mentor other students.
To apply, please submit a single PDF file to Dr. Denise R Simmons (denise.r.simmons@essie.ufl.edu) that includes: 1) a cover letter describing your expertise as it relates to the qualifications noted above, 2) CV, and 3) contact information for two professional references. Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2018 and will continue until the position is filled. Use “Postdoctoral Researcher Interest in SRL” in the subject line.
Website Link: www.denisersimmons.com
Video Link: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jgd75nmO2QM
Link: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/my-passion-building-people-denise-r-simmons/?published=t
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9. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Assistant Professor in the Department of Experiential Engineering Education (ExEEd) in the Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering at 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 for first- and second-year students.
Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to engage in high quality, evidence-based teaching and build a robust, externally-funded research program focused on engineering education. As part of their teaching role in the department, they will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of innovative projects, pedagogies and curricula for early engineering courses 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, low income and first-generation to college students, students with disabilities, and veterans.
Applicants must have earned a minimum of a B.S. degree in an Engineering field and a Ph.D. in Engineering, Engineering Education, STEM Education or an equivalent field. The candidate is expected to have prior engineering education research experience and have publications in the engineering education field. In addition, the successful candidate will demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to teach in a multidisciplinary, hands-on, project and problem-based learning environment. Review of applications will begin November 15, 2018. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
To apply, please visit http://jobs.rowan.edu/cw/en-us/job/493256/assistant-professor-experiential-engineering-education
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10. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Instructional Consultant, University of Michigan (CRLT in Engineering)
The Center for Research on Learning and Teaching in Engineering (CRLT-Engin) at the University of Michigan is expanding and we are seeking applications for an Instructional Consultant position, focused on supporting engineering faculty. Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in engineering, engineering education, or related STEM field (e.g., physical sciences, mathematics) by the start date . Applicants with extensive experience will be considered for an assistant director title.
A full position description can be found on the University of Michigan careers site (information below). Candidates from groups historically underrepresented in faculty development are strongly encouraged to apply.
Please find complete details at careers.umich.edu, (keyword search:164177), or http://careers.umich.edu/job_detail/164177/instructional_consultant
For questions, contact crltengin@umich.edu.
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11. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: 1) Tenure-track Assistant Professor or Instructor of Engineering and 2) Tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor or Instructor of Engineering (electrical engineering)
The Department of Engineering at the University of Southern Indiana (USI) invites applications for two full-time engineering faculty positions. We are committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship and professional activity, and service to the university and the community. USI is located in the beautiful rolling hills of the southwestern Ohio River valley in Evansville and holds a Community Engagement classification from the Carnegie Foundation.
1) Tenure-track Assistant Professor or Instructor of Engineering: This position includes classroom teaching assignments in introductory-level general engineering and technology courses as well as advanced undergraduate courses in engineering and technology, and direction of student design projects. Candidates for an Assistant Professor appointment should possess an earned Ph.D. in engineering or a related field. ABD candidates may be considered. It is expected that this faculty member will have a research agenda that leads to scholarly works and the engagement of undergraduate students.
2) Tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor or Instructor of Engineering (electrical engineering): This position includes classroom teaching assignments in introductory-level general engineering and technology courses as well as advanced undergraduate courses in electrical engineering, and direction of student design projects. Candidates for a position with the rank of Assistant and Associate Professor should hold a doctorate in electrical engineering or a related field is required. ABD candidates may be considered. The rank of the initial appointment will be commensurate with the applicant’s level of graduate degree and teaching experience. It is expected that this faculty member will have a research agenda that leads to scholarly works and the engagement of undergraduate students.
For more information and to apply, please visit www.usi.edu/jobs . Please direct inquiries to Dr. Paul Kuban, Chair of Engineering at pkuban@usi.edu.
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12. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Tenure-track Assistant Professor Position, Department of Engineering, St. Vincent College
The Department of Engineering at Saint Vincent College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor position beginning in August 2019.
Saint Vincent College offers a new Bachelor of Science program in Engineering Science in addition to a 3:2 program in Engineering. The successful candidate will teach courses that support both engineering programs, supervise student projects, advise engineering majors, and maintain an active program of scholarship in the broader engineering community.
Requirements- All outstanding applications will be considered, but preference will be given to candidates with a Ph.D. in mechanical engineering and expertise in mechanical systems. Excellent communication skills are required. More information and application guidelines can be found at this site: http://www.stvincent.edu/about/work-for-svc
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13. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Director of Enrollment Management, Columbia College of Engineering, University of Missouri
University of Missouri- Columbia College of Engineering is Hiring. We are looking for a new Director of Enrollment Management. See below for details (more info at hr.misouri.edu/find-a-job/staff : Job ID27863) . Applications close Oct 28 with an anticipated start date of Dec. 1.
The Director of Enrollment Management is responsible for the creation and implementation of a strategic enrollment management plan to grow enrollment of high achieving and diverse students for both the graduate and undergraduate student populations within the College of Engineering. This position will serve on the leadership team of the Academic Programs and Student Success unit and report to the Associate Dean for Academic Programs and Student Success.
Research and follow best practices for attracting high achieving graduate students by: collaborating with partner universities, participating in national events/conferences, developing plans for creating graduate fellowships, working closely with the Graduate Studies Office to create and implement marketing campaigns to capture new graduate student applications, provide leadership in the development of graduate student support initiatives in line with the College’s strategic goals, develop graduate and undergraduate recruitment strategic plans, collaborate with Departmental Directors of Graduate Studies and faculty to lead graduate recruitment efforts, facilitate the implementation of articulation agreements with identified community colleges that will create a pipeline of undergraduate engineering students, create and implement Grad 101 to introduce students to graduate school opportunities, supervise and train recruiting staff, including student ambassadors, graduate assistant, and one office support staff member, oversee all graduate and undergraduate recruitment activities, including events and on-campus presentations, and assign tasks to the appropriate staff members and ambassadors, organize and implement large, multi-departmental special events such as Mizzou Engineering Summer Camp, Engineering Week Lab Exhibits, and Engineering High School Day, track and oversee all College of Engineering scholarship awards, including tracking stock market changes to predict the growth of each scholarship account and providing that data to the Faculty Scholarship Chair, provide and maintain all yearly college reports of enrollment numbers for both undergraduate and graduate students, provide monthly and yearly reports to the Dean and College leadership, and submit data for the ASEE and US News World Report each year for rankings, develop relationships with internal and external partners to increase awareness of diversity in STEM and the pipeline of diverse students entering the profession, propose and manage budget for enrollment management and college ambassadors, represent the College of Engineering at meetings with university administration, faculty, and stakeholders on a monthly basis.
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14. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Multiple Open-Rank Faculty and Founding Director Positions in Engineering And Computing Education at Florida International University
Florida International University (FIU) invites applications and nominations for open-rank faculty including the position of Founding Director of the newly formed school dedicated to computer science and engineering education. This new unit
(https://cec.fiu.edu/succeed/), which is part of FIU’s College of Engineering and Computing, adapts the engineering education research model established at other universities and is the first engineering education department/school at a minority-serving institution. It will house two new planned degree programs: a Bachelor’s of Science in Interdisciplinary Engineering, and a Ph.D. in Engineering and Computing Education.
Florida International University (FIU) is the fourth largest public university in the United States, and is the nation’s only majority-minority R1 research university. FIU has a vibrant STEM education research group, and there are also ample education research opportunities afforded in Dade and Broward counties which host the nation’s largest and 4th largest state colleges and two of the largest public school districts.
More information and link to FIU job site containing the official position description and application: https://cec.fiu.edu/succeed/job-ad-cs-engineering-education/
Please feel free to contact Mark Weiss (weiss@fiu.edu) if you have interest, and/or to spread the word to colleagues in other engineering education disciplines.
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15. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Two Assistant/Associate/Full Professors of Engineering Education, Department of Engineering Education, University at Buffalo
The newly formed University at Buffalo, Department of Engineering Education (DEE), in the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) invites candidates to apply for the positions of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Full Professor. We are particularly interested in candidates with a proven track record of publication and funding in engineering education, as well as experience in scaling and translation of engineering research to classroom practice. Desirable areas of research expertise include, but are not limited to, one or more of the following: diversity/inclusiveness/persistence; pedagogy; the science of learning; assessment and engineering epistemology.
Candidates must hold a doctorate in engineering education, engineering, computer science or a related field. For consideration at the Associate or Full Professor rank, internationally recognized scholarship as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications, citations and external funding is expected. The successful candidate will be expected to teach courses at the graduate and undergraduate level, mentor graduate students,advise students at all levels and maintain an active research program.
Questions about the positions can be addressed to the Chair, Department of Engineering Education,140C Capen Hall, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY 14260 (dee-chair@buffalo.edu). Applications must be submitted online at https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/16484. Additional information about the department along can be found at: http://engineering.buffalo.edu/engineering-education.
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16. CALL FOR NOMINATIONS: Editor of Chemical Engineering Education
Chemical Engineering Education (CEE), the premier journal for educational scholarship in chemical engineering and related fields, is seeking nominations and applications for the position of Editor. CEE is published by the Chemical Engineering Division of the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE).
Applicants for the position should send (a) a cover letter including a summary of relevant experience, (b) a vision statement for the future of CEE and a statement of their editorial philosophy, (c) a full CV, and (d) a list of three references to Prof Milo Koretsky, Chair, CEE Search Committee (milo.koretsky@oregonstate.edu). All materials should be sent as email attachments. For first consideration, applications are due November 15, 2018. See the following link for details:
http://ched.asee.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/CEE_Editor_Posting_Final.pdf
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17. CALL FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS: Join University of Florida Scholars interested in Workforce Development in Civil Engineering
The Simmons Research Lab (SRL) at the University of Florida has fully-funded positions for graduate students with a BS degree in civil engineering (MS degree preferred) who are interested in pursuing workforce development research. Students must be able to effectively communicate with industry professionals especially those in the construction industry and transportation sector.
Eligibility: Various funding sources are available that would support either U.S. citizens or non-US citizens. Students who will earn a BS degree in civil engineering within the next 18 months or a MS degree within 6 months are welcome to apply (essentially you cannot apply if your graduation date is more than 18 months (BS degree) or more than 6 months (MS degree) in the future). The earlier you apply, the greater the opportunity you will have to participate in early recruitment events.
If you are interested in this opportunity to pursue a PhD in civil engineering, please send via email
(denise.r.simmons@essie.ufl.edu) no more than one page describing 1) what problem you want to address, 2) how that problem is connected to the work of my research group, 3) why the problem is important and 4) how you plan to address the problem. Please also attach your resume, the names and contact information for two professional references and one relevant writing sample. Use “Graduate Student Interest in SRL” in the subject line. Application Deadline: Rolling Deadline/Open until filled.
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18. CALL FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS: Engineering Education Grad Student Openings at University of Florida
The University of Florida has multiple assistantships available for PhD students interested in engineering education. The Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering established the Institute for Excellence in Engineering Education in 2016 to bring together multiple activities already underway in engineering education. IE3 covers three primary areas: research, teaching of college-wide courses, and accreditation. There are currently multiple projects available for PhD students in areas such as engineering problem solving, worker competencies and training, and cultures of inclusion in the engineering workforce. Students will receive their PhD in a disciplinary department and be affiliated with IE3. For more information contact Elliot Douglas, edouglas@ufl.edu.
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19. CALL FOR PARTICIPATION: Emerging Engineering Educators Making Academic Happen Workshop (E3 MACH)—Applications now being accepted and full scholarships available
Are you a Ph.D. student close to completion, a post-doctoral fellow, or a new assistant professor? Will you and do you have to design new curricula, programs, or develop new pedagogies in your new job? Do you know how academic change happens? Do you want to become a change agent and ensure that your career has impact?
If the answer to any of the above questions is “yes,” consider joining us on January 19-20, 2019 for the Emerging Engineering Educators Making Academic Change Happen workshop. E3 MACH is a faculty (new and aspiring) development workshop designed to equip you for a career of impact. E3 MACH will introduce you to research-based practices that can help you navigate the landscape of higher education as an agent for change on your campus. Review of applications will begin November 15, 2018. Full scholarships are available!
More information is available at: www.academicchange.org
Primary contact: Dr. Eva Andrijcic, andrijci@rose-hulman.edu
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20. CALL FOR PARTICIPATION: Early Career Engineering Education Researcher Self-Evaluation
You are invited to complete a brief survey (10-15 minutes) about your experience as an early career engineering education researcher. The purpose of this survey is to capture information about the impact that you have had in your current role and the strategic actions you have taken that helped you achieve that impact. Our aim is to better understand the day-to-day experiences of members of our community that occupy diverse roles. If you complete the survey, your identity will be kept confidential at all times and will be known only to members of the research team. The results of this study may be published in conference papers and journal articles. If you have questions, please contact Dr. Walter Lee (walterl@vt.edu).
If you are over the age of 18, currently work at a college or university in the U.S., identify as a member of the engineering education research community, are interested in participating in this study, and have read and understood the information presented in this e-mail, please click the link below to complete the survey: EER Self-evaluation
The deadline to complete the survey is November 8th, 2018. Copy & paste if above link doesn’t work: https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0CKssZv6ccxYm6V
Walter Lee, Virginia Tech
Cheryl Bodnar, Rowan University
Courtney Faber, University of Tennessee-Knoxville
Erin McCave, University of Houston
Courtney Smith-Orr, UNC-Charlotte
Alexandra Coso Strong, Florida International University
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21. CALL FOR PARTICIPATION: Short Survey on How Engineering Faculty Engage in Self-Regulated Learning about Teaching
Sarah Blackowski is a PhD student working on a study that explores how engineering faculty engage in the self-regulated learning process for learning about teaching. She invites you to participate in the study. She is looking for engineering faculty from all career paths and disciplines.
Your participation is entirely voluntary. Your identity and any individuals you mention will be kept confidential at all times and will be known only to members of the research team. If you are willing to participate, please click this link. Thank you for your consideration and time.
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22. CALL FOR PhD FELLOWSHIP APPLICANTS: Data Analytics Within Digital Immersion Environments
Rowan University’s Experiential Engineering Education Department (ExEEd) is pleased to announce new Ph.D. fellowships in data analytics within digital immersion environments (with a particular emphasis on game-based learning environments), supported by the US Dept. of Education’s Graduate Assistance in Areas of National Need program. These fellowships come with a very generous $34,000/year stipend, full tuition and fee waiver, as well as travel support to attend and present at technical conferences.
Students with i) Bachelors or Master’s degrees in engineering or a related discipline, ii) an interest in data analytics and iii) a desire to conduct cutting-edge research in a variety of disciplines that can benefit from data analytics, are encouraged to apply. The program will formally begin in Spring 2019 and is open to qualified US persons. For additional information, send an e-mail to prepare.ai.gaann@rowan.edu. For expedited processing, attach your CV and a cover letter describing your background and research interests. Applicants interested in applying for the Spring 2019 semester should submit their applications no later than December 31st, 2018. Any applications received after this date will be considered for the Fall 2019 semester.
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23. CALL FOR PARTICIPATION: 2019 Institute on Project-Based Learning
The 2019 Institute on Project-Based Learning (PBL), https://wp.wpi.edu/projectbasedlearning/2019-institute/, will be held June 18-21, 2019, at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) in Worcester, Massachusetts. Offered by WPI in partnership with the Association of American Colleges & Universities, the Institute draws on nearly 50 years of experience with project-based undergraduate engineering 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. Each team works with a dedicated faculty coach to develop a campus action plan. 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 – public and private, large and small, from community colleges to research universities – who are interested advancing project-based learning in their courses and programs.
Application Guidelines: Institute applicants should propose a goal or a specific project they want to pursue. Applications are due February 12, 2019, and 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 https://wp.wpi.edu/projectbasedlearning/2019-institute/apply/application-form/ or contact cpbl@wpi.edu.
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24. CALL FOR PARTICIPATION: NSF RED Webinar
The NSF Revolutionizing Engineering Departments (RED) program will be hosting a webinar about the new solicitation on Wednesday, November 7 from 3-4pm Eastern (link and call in information is below). Participants are invited to send questions ahead of time to Julie Martin, program director for Engineering Education to be answered during the webinar. To Join, click the link https://nsf2.webex.com/join/julmarti or call +1-510-210-8882
meeting number 908 383 949; access code 908 383 949.
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