Hello ERM Members—

I’m writing on behalf of myself and Benjamin Ahn, who are your 2023 ASEE Educational Research and Methods Division Program Chairs. We have the honor of handling the abstract and paper review and acceptance processes for the ASEE 2023 conference, and the challenge of navigating this new NEMO system and all its quirks along with all of you.

First of all, thank you for your patience as we all navigate this new paper management system, NEMO.  As many of you have identified, there are some bugs in the system, including some folks: not being able to log in, not being able to accept/decline review requests, and/or not being able to see their submitted abstracts in the system. It seems very hit-or-miss with regards to whom these issues are affecting. While a few of you have reported some of these instances resolving if you log out and then log in again, others have not been able to solve them at all.  ASEE IT is aware of these issues, and for all our sakes, I hope they can get the system sorted before the paper deadlines! You can still feel free to email technical issues the conferences support email (conferences@asee.org) or ASEE IT support with your concerns.

We are also happy to double check for you that your abstracts are in our system if you cannot see your submissions in the NEMO portal (email us at ermchairs2023@gmail.comand we will get back to you.)

Second, most of you are aware that the abstract deadline has been extended to November 30. At that time, Benjamin and I will assign reviewers for the abstracts.  We would appreciate your timely review of those abstracts so that decisions can be passed back to authors before we leave for holiday break at the end of a long Fall semester.

Third, there have been a couple of questions that have arisen about workshops, panels, and special sessions.  There are two ways to submit a workshop: You can submit to the ASEE Workshop portal in NEMO when it opens (currently the system says it will open January 2, with a current deadline January 30) OR you can submit a workshop, panel, or special session to ERM specifically by emailing your proposal to our ERM gmail addressermchairs2023@gmail.com by that same January 30 deadline.  At that point, the ERM leadership team will convene a small panel to evaluate and select those that will be affiliated with ERM.  Unlike past years, where ERM has financially sponsored some of the workshops,  given the tenuous ASEE financial situation, at this point the division is not able to commit financial resources to workshops. Applicants should be aware that if their workshop is selected to be tagged as an ERM-affiliated workshops, they should assume they will be responsible for the corresponding workshop fees this year.

Thanks,

Catherine and Benjamin

2023 ASEE ERM Program Chairs

Dear ERM members,

It’s good to be back! I hope that the semester is going well for each of you. I know that it’s that time of year when everything seems to speed up and the crunch before the holidays is tough. I also hope that you had a good Halloween if you celebrate the holiday. We’re big fans of the book, Dragons Love Tacos, so my oldest son went trick-or-treating as a dragon and the baby tagged along as a taco. I am levying a candy tax for all of my work in the process.

I want to send a big thank you to the ERM Directors who faithfully sent out these announcements while I was out on leave: Drs. Matilde Sánchez-Peña, Cassandra McCall, and Nicole Pitterson! In such a busy time of year with all of the position announcements, it’s been important for news to continue to be distributed through the Division.

Members have been receiving updates about the current financial situation at ASEE from the Board of Directors. I don’t know more than what’s already been shared. The biggest issue at this time is cashflow. As someone who has been engaged with the organization for the past 10 years, I am thankful for the community ASEE has provided for me, my students, and to the field of engineering education researchers. I recently made my first ever charitable donation to the society (as opposed to regular dues). I’d encourage you to consider ways you can help support ASEE at this time. There are a number of ways that you can help:

• Submit abstracts for the 2023 ASEE conference
• Renew membership now, even if it does not expire yet
• Refer colleagues to join the organization. Anyone in attendance at the 2022 ASEE conference received a referral credit that can be used as incentive.
• Speaking of credit, if you are able to financially forgo the $50 credit given to attendees of the 2022 ASEE conference from the Board for registration or dues, that can also help
• Make a charitable donation
• Encourage your institution to be a sponsor of the annual conference

ASEE is an important resource for our community, and I hope that if you are able, you will consider continuing to support the organization at this critical time and as it rebuilds for the future.

All my best,

Allison

 

ERM Announcements for 11/1/2022

General Announcements 

1. CALL FOR PARTICIPATION: Rowan University: Engineering Education Graduate Program (Ph.D) Fall 2022 Virtual Open House
2. CALL FOR PARTICIPATION:  Arizona State University’s Engineering Education Systems & Design Virtual Open House
3. CALL FOR PARTICIPATION:University of Michigan Engineering Education Research: Prospective Student Open House (HYBRID)
4. CALL FOR PARTICIPATION:Ohio State Department of Engineering Education Virtual Open House Announcement
5. CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS: Survey on Digitalization of the Engineering Curriculum
6. COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT: ASEE is pleased to announce the selection of two new Co-Editors for the Journal of Engineering Education!
7. CALL FOR PARTICIPATION: Tufts Engineering Education Research Graduate Programs Open House
8. CALL FOR PARTICIPATION: National Effective Teaching Institute (NETI-1) in-person Jan 3-5

 

Position Announcements 

1. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Open-Rank Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Experiential Engineering Education at Rowan University
2. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Post-doctoral Position: Teaching Engineering Equity Center at University of Michigan
3. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Postdoctoral Scholar, Campbell University
4. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Cluster-hire Faculty Search for Energy Systems and Mechanical Engineering at Cal Poly Humboldt
5. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: UT Austin Mechanical Engineering Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Instruction or Practice
6. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Engineering Education Postdoc at New Mexico State University
7. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Assistant Professors of Engineering Pathways – University of Oklahoma
8. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Post-doctoral research fellow at University of Michigan
9. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: NC State MAE now hiring
10. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Teaching Professor in Aerospace Engineering (Open Rank) – UIUC
11. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: UCI STEM Education Postdoctoral Scholar Positions
12. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Assistant/Associate Professor of Computer Science at the University of San Diego
13. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Raymond B. Jones College of Engineering at Lipscomb University: Associate Dean and Mechanical Engineering Faculty
14. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Assistant, Associate or Full Professor of Engineering Practice in Materials Engr/Engr Education at Purdue University
15. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Assistant Professor of Human Centered Design & Engineering at the University of Washington
16. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Assistant Professor of Engineering Education at Purdue University
17. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Tenured or Tenure-track Faculty Position in Biomedical Engineering Education Research, Cornell University

 

General Announcements

  

1. CALL FOR PARTICIPATION: Rowan University: Engineering Education Graduate Program (Ph.D) Fall 2022 Virtual Open House

We invite prospective graduate students to join the faculty and current graduate students from Rowan University’s Experiential Engineering Education Department (ExEEd) for a virtual open house on Wednesday November 2nd, 2022 from 7:00 – 8:30 pm EDT (UTC-4). The virtual open house will provide an overview of the Ph.D. in Engineering program with a concentration in Engineering Education at Rowan University. It will also introduce prospective students to the various research focus areas for faculty within the department, and provide an opportunity to meet some of the current graduate students and learn more about their experiences in the program. Follow up one-on-one sessions may be requested with individual faculty members if interested. More information about the graduate program in ExEEd at Rowan can be found here. To register please complete the following brief survey: https://rowan.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3Da1ukn2gG0kxaC

2. CALL FOR PARTICIPATION:  Arizona State University’s Engineering Education Systems & Design Virtual Open House

The 2022 Engineering Education Systems and Design Virtual Open House will be held on Wednesday, November 8, 2022 from 9 am – 12:30 pm MST. Join us to learn how you can become an exemplary scholar dedicated to transforming the engineering education ecosystem. Activities will include getting to know ASU and the EESD program; interacting with current faculty; and interacting with current students. Interested prospective students can use the following link to REGISTER. Use the following link for more information on the ASU EESD PhD program. Please direct questions to Program Chair Adam Carberry, adam.carberry@asu.edu.

3. CALL FOR PARTICIPATION:University of Michigan Engineering Education Research: Prospective Student Open House (HYBRID)

We are excited to invite all interested students to attend an open house to learn about the UM’s graduate program in Engineering Education Research (EER). UM’s EER program represents a unique, interdisciplinary model: EER Ph.D. students (who enjoy a full funding package) are part of a college-wide program, while several tenure-line EER faculty are embedded within the traditional engineering departments. The integrated nature of the program allows the EER faculty and their research groups to be well-integrated with the traditional engineering disciplines, and it provides students a better opportunity to engage in innovative research and make scholarly contributions to the engineering education community. More information about the program is available at our EER website (https://eer.engin.umich.edu/). We will be hosting a Hybrid Open House on Thursday and Friday, 11/03/22 and 11/04/22. Students from all institutions are invited to attend, whether in-person or by Zoom (a zoom link will be emailed prior to the program). Participants will hear about the EER graduate program, meet faculty and graduate students, tour the beautiful University of Michigan campus, and learn about career opportunities as an UM graduate in this field. For participants who travel within the U.S., a limited number of travel grants are available to offset the costs of traveling to Ann Arbor, so please register soon. Note that we highly encourage applicants to the EER graduate program to have Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in a traditional engineering discipline. Please register to attend at this open house registration site (tinyurl.com/2022EERUM) and please forward this link to any friends who may be interested. Email us for more information at eerprogram@umich.edu

4. CALL FOR PARTICIPATION:Ohio State Department of Engineering Education Virtual Open House Announcement

Mark your calendars! The Department of Engineering Education (EED) at The Ohio State University (OSU) is excited to announce our fifth annual Graduate Program Open House! Join us virtually on Thursday, November 3, from 5:00-6:30pm for Zoom panel discussions about our groundbreaking research, teaching innovations, faculty advising, and our growing PhD program. Meet faculty, staff, and current PhD students to learn about their experiences and get your questions answered. Back by popular demand this year…the Columbus Concierge! The Columbus Concierge will help you connect with attractions, restaurants, museums, exciting industry opportunities, and more in the 14th largest U.S. city of Columbus, Ohio! Additionally, we invite you to join us one hour prior to the Open House for our virtual Research Seminar. For more information, please contact Dr. Ana Casado at casado.1@osu.edu. To register and receive a Zoom link for the Open House, click here: EED Virtual Open House RSVP. We can’t wait to see you in person, so we’re also planning a Visit Day in Spring after initial admissions decisions are made.

5. CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS: Survey on Digitalization of the Engineering Curriculum

The increasingly digital world is increasingly being reflected in the way in which we practice and teach engineering.  Emergency remote instruction during the COVID pandemic has shown that indeed most of an engineering degree can be taught online; however, the majority of efforts in this space were digital versions of face-to-face teaching.  As we emerge from the pandemic it is timely to consider which parts of the curriculum matter most for student learning, and whether they should return to face to face delivery, or move towards digital native forms of learning.

The UNESCO Centre for PBL at Aalborg University is running a survey to evaluate faculty perceptions of how important a range of activities are for student learning, as well as how suitable those experiences are for digitalization. The items on this survey are not structured by the traditional timetabled experiences for student engineers (e.g. lectures / tutorials / laboratories); instead these experiences have been unpacked into the affordances that they provide.

The survey is available online at tiny.cc/digitalsurvey

Any questions regarding the survey can be directed to Euan Lindsay, Professor of PBL and Digitalisation in Engineering Education: edl@plan.aau.dk

6. COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT: ASEE is pleased to announce the selection of two new Co-Editors for the Journal of Engineering Education!

 

ASEE is pleased to announce the selection of two new Co-Editors for the Journal of Engineering Education!

Dr. David B. Knight, Associate Professor of Engineering Education at Virginia Tech, and Dr. Joyce B. Main, Associate Professor of Engineering Education at Purdue University, will serve as the Journal’s Co-Editors beginning January 1, 2023. Both Dr. Knight and Dr. Main come to this role with extensive experience advancing JEE’s mission through their service on the Journal’s Editorial Board. Dr. Knight has served as Associate Editor of JEE since 2018 and Deputy Editor since April 2022, and Dr. Main has served as Associate Editor of JEE since 2019. We congratulate Dr. Knight and Dr. Main on their well-deserved appointments and thank outgoing editor Dr. Lisa Benson for her five years of outstanding leadership and service to the journal!

Since its origination in 1894 as ASEE’s flagship research publication, the Journal of Engineering Education has served to cultivate, disseminate, and archive scholarly research in engineering education. Published four times a year and currently in its 111th volume, the Journal publishes empirical investigations, research reviews, and guest editorials in a wide variety of engineering education topics, including engineering epistemologies, learning mechanisms, diversity and inclusiveness, assessment methods, and more. These findings contribute significantly to the body of knowledge in engineering education and have led to substantial improvements in the field. For further information on the Journal’s history and offerings, visit the JEE website.

7. CALL FOR PARTICIPATION: Tufts Engineering Education Research Graduate Programs Open House

 

The Institute for Research on Learning and Instruction (IRLI) at Tufts University invites prospective graduate students to a virtual open house on Wednesday, November 16 from 7:00 – 8:30 PM EST. Tufts students and faculty will discuss our programs in engineering and STEM education, provide overviews of current and future research projects, and offer advice for applying to our graduate programs.

To register, please complete the following survey: https://bit.ly/3TQcDxw.

Please direct questions to Dr. Trevion Henderson (Trevion.Henderson@tufts.edu)

8. CALL FOR PARTICIPATION: National Effective Teaching Institute (NETI-1) in-person Jan 3-5

Drs. Susan Lord, Matt Ohland, and Michael Prince will lead this long-standing foundational NETI workshop, which has been offered since 1991. Previous NETI programs have reached over 2800 participants from more than 365 different schools. Our past participant evaluations have been overwhelmingly positive. NETI-1, Course Design and Student Engagement, will be offered January 3-5, 2023, at the University of San Diego. The workshop features material for relatively new faculty members and other material designed to equip experienced faculty members to become teaching leaders and mentors on their campuses. Participants will include 60 faculty members from all branches of engineering, engineering technology, and other STEM areas. The registration fee is $1275 per participant, which covers organization and presentation costs, participant notebooks, lunches, and breaks. Participants also receive a copy of Felder & Brent’s Teaching and Learning STEM: A Practical Guide and the option of touring the School of Engineering Education’s facilities. Travel expenses, including dinners, are not included. Further details about the workshop program and a link to register can be found athttps://www.neti-workshop.org/event/neti-1-basic/.

 

Position Announcements

 

1. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Open-Rank Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Experiential Engineering Education at Rowan University

 

The Department of Experiential Engineering Education (ExEEd) of the Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering at Rowan University invites applications for tenure-track or tenured faculty position(s) at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level. Senior level candidates with exceptional achievements and demonstrated impact will have the opportunity to be considered for the Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering Foundation Professorship.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain an active, externally funded research program in the field of engineering education
• Engage in high-quality, evidence-based instruction in introductory undergraduate engineering courses (e.g., First-year and Sophomore Engineering Clinics) and graduate level courses in engineering education (e.g., Research Design in Engineering Education)
• Mentor Ph.D. students
• Develop innovative interdisciplinary projects, pedagogies, and graduate curriculum
• Engage in service activities within the department, college, university, and in professional organizations
• Contribute to a collaborative, interdisciplinary research community
• Foster a collegial and inclusive learning and working environment

Review of applications will begin Dec 1, 2022. Applications will be accepted until January 15, 2023.

For more information and to apply for the position, please visit: https://jobs.rowan.edu/en-us/job/496889/openrank-tenuredtenuretrack-faculty-positions-department-of-experiential-engineering-education

Questions about the position should be directed to Dr. Kaitlin Mallouk, Search Committee Chair, at mallouk@rowan.edu. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

2. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Post-doctoral Position: Teaching Engineering Equity Center at University of Michigan

 

Postdoctoral Researcher: Teaching Engineering Equity Center, University of Michigan

With funding from the National Science Foundation, Michigan Engineering is creating a Teaching Engineering Equity (TEE) Center. The goal of the Center is to create teaching and learning environments where equity-centered perspectives are present in both technical content and instructional approach, leading to an engineering education in which students from a variety of backgrounds experience inclusion and belonging, and are prepared to work toward engineering solutions that help to alleviate inequities.

Responsibilities

The Postdoctoral Researcher will work with an interdisciplinary project team of faculty researchers and graduate research assistants on a research strategy to develop an evidence-based pedagogical framework that describes a philosophy and approach for creating and implementing equity-centered engineering curricula and instruction. Specifically, the Postdoctoral Researcher will:

• Assist in coordinating the work of the TEE Scholars and graduate research assistants and supervise the work of graduate research assistants.
• Assist in the creation and validation of a pedagogical framework that supports the integration of equity-centered engineering learning objectives and content into engineering program curricula.
• Develop strategies to achieve this integration and rubrics to assess the overall framework, including the implementation of DEIJ learning objective, learning activities, and student learning.
• Conduct a literature review on DEIJ instructional approaches and learning objectives and their integration into disciplinary curricula, particularly in STEM fields.
• Interview faculty and/or administrators at peer institutions on their DEIJ efforts in science and engineering to inform the development of the pedagogical framework.
• Analyze data collected for key themes and pedagogical and curricular approaches appropriate for developing equity-centered engineering curricula, and also identify any gaps in understanding.
• Interface with CRLT-ENGIN to share information relevant to the design and facilitation of CRLT-ENGIN’s Teaching Circles and benefit from the professional staff members’ experience and knowledge.

Key responsibilities will involve developing meeting agendas for project team and research team

meetings; developing survey instruments; identifying existing validated scales; and drafting, piloting, and refining interview and classroom observation guides to test the framework. The Postdoctoral Researcher will also work with the lead faculty member and TEE Scholars to develop presentations and/or reports to the project’s external advisory board and evaluators, and to coordinate and engage in project dissemination efforts.

Candidates should have:

• A PhD in engineering education, higher education, STEM education, or a related field.
• A commitment to and understanding of social justice and inclusion as well as equity-centered and/or antiracist pedagogies.
• Experience in designing and conducting education research or evaluation research on undergraduate education.
• Strong communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Experience conducting quantitative and qualitative research.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills and strong interpersonal skills, including the capacity to offer thoughtful and clear guidance on research and curriculum projects.

The research team has prepared a comprehensive mentoring plan to support the Postdoctoral Researcher including opportunities for orientation, networking, career counseling, experience with proposal development, publications and presentations, research, and professional practices.

For more information, visit: https://careers.umich.edu/job_detail/224433/postdoctoral-research-fellow. Review of applications will begin on Monday, October 24 and continue until the position is filled.

3. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Postdoctoral Scholar, Campbell University

 

Open Position: Postdoctoral Scholar, School of Engineering

Start date: 10/15/2022, negotiable

This position is part of a Kern Family Foundation grant that focuses on undergraduate research experiences and will last for a maximum of three years. This position is housed in the School of Engineering at Campbell University and coordinates between efforts at NC A&T and other grant institutions as needed. This position requires a research-based approach to developing high-quality workshops, online modules, and classes for faculty, graduate students, and undergraduate students in order to expand access to and improve undergraduate research experiences.

Development, implementation, and evaluation of these interventions is the main responsibility of this position. Development of best practices and/or a framework of mentoring undergraduates for research experiences is also expected. This position will require coordination of undergraduate research assistants and faculty who are implementing grant interventions. Additional opportunities can include mentored teaching experience(s), grant writing, article writing for research or practitioner journals, and presenting at conferences as desired. Benefits include health, disability, and retirement plans.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage inter-institution communication, paperwork, and activities.
• Gather information to develop high-quality interventions.
• Use and develop research-based frameworks to structure and evaluate grant activities.
• Develop workshops, online modules, and other interventions for faculty, graduate students, and undergraduates related to undergraduate research experiences.
• Implement and coordinate implementation of grant interventions including but not limited to teaching workshops, classes, and online modules.
• Evaluate effectiveness of modules, workshops, and other grant interventions.
• Oversee undergraduate students working on the grant project.
• Lead publications and conference presentations to share outcomes in appropriate venues.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times.
• Uphold and abide by Campbell University policies and procedures, including but not limited to Title IX, and Information Security, including but not limited to FERPA and other state and federal mandates.
• Other job-related duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Education/Experience: 

• PhD in engineering education, DBER, engineering, or a STEM field with an interest in education required
• ABD with a clear plan for completion encouraged
• Experience in a higher education or non-profit sector desired

To Apply for This Position:  

Campbell University Inc. is unable to accept paper or email applications. Interested candidates may visit us online at http://www.campbell.edu/about/employment/ to obtain more detailed information about this opportunity and submit their application. If you have any questions, or if you are an individual with a disability and need assistance completing an application for employment contact the Human Resources Department at 910-893-1256 or email employment@campbell.edu.

Campbell University Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all Federal and State employment laws. “EEO/AA/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Protected Veterans” Please Note: All positions at Campbell University require honesty, integrity and an understanding of the Mission Statement of Campbell University.

4. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Cluster-hire Faculty Search for Energy Systems and Mechanical Engineering at Cal Poly Humboldt

 

We are searching for four new faculty to join the Engineering department at Cal Poly Humboldt.

Our currently open cluster hire is targeting applicants with focus areas in Energy Systems Engineering and Mechanical Engineering. The link for the cluster hire announcement is here. Our first review of applications will be on November 1, 2022.

https://careers.humboldt.edu/hm/en-us/job/519384/tenure-track-faculty-school-of-engineering-cluster-hire-group 

This is an exciting time for our University, which has just this year transitioned to a “polytechnic” institution. This designation recognizes the hands-on and applied education we have offered students for decades, and has come with a mandate to develop new programs that provide more opportunities for this kind of learning. In response our department is developing several new Engineering programs with an eye towards 21st century societal needs and interdisciplinary, inclusive approaches to education and scholarship. The new programs, which launch in Fall 2023, include Energy Systems Engineering (B.S.), Mechanical Engineering (B.S.), and Engineering and Community Practice (M.Eng). The people who join our faculty through these cluster hires will have the opportunity to help shape the future of Engineering programs at Cal Poly Humboldt. This search is open-rank. We welcome and encourage applications from freshly finished PhD folks through seasoned faculty with years of experience. You can read more about the polytechnic transition here: https://www.humboldt.edu/polytechnic

5. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: UT Austin Mechanical Engineering Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Instruction or Practice

Mechanical Engineering

Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Instruction or Practice

University of Texas at Austin

The Walker Department of Mechanical Engineering seeks applicants for an Assistant, Associate or Full Professor of Instruction or Practice. This position is a professional track (non-tenure-track), 9-month, full-time appointment. Opportunities to augment the 9-month salary by teaching in the summer may be possible based on department needs.

The Department is interested in identifying candidates who would become long-term members of our community through multi-year teaching contracts. The university supports the career development of professional instructional track faculty with defined guidelines for promotion. The department is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community; we are interested in candidates who will contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education through teaching and service.

The candidate must have a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Education or a closely related field, or relevant MS degree and teaching or industrial experience. The person in this position will be expected to teach a range of related mechanical engineering lecture and/or lab courses, in addition to participating in teaching the senior capstone design course. Interested applicants should apply at apply.interfolio.com/114327 by December 1 for full consideration.

6. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT:Engineering Education Postdoc at New Mexico State University

 

A multidisciplinary research team at New Mexico State University is searching for a postdoctoral scholar to work with researchers from the Department of Sociology and College of Engineering at NMSU main campus in Las Cruces to conduct research funded by a NSF Improving Undergraduate STEM Education (IUSE): HSI grant (NSF #1953466). The purpose of the grant is to evaluate the impacts of andragogical (adult, self-directed learning) methods and experiential learning on the academic and early career success of low-income and first-generation undergraduate engineering students.

Research duties will include:

• conducting relevant literature reviews
• development, implementation, and analysis of quantitative longitudinal surveys and qualitative research to evaluate the impact of the e3 Initiative activities.
• mentoring of a graduate research assistant
• preparation of manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals
• preparation of materials for proposals, reports and presentations

The postdoctoral researcher will also engage in professional development activities as outlined in the NSF postdoctoral mentoring plan, including development of a work assessment plan, participation in teaching and research method workshops and seminars, participation in weekly research group meetings, and networking with visiting faculty/scholars. A PhD in engineering education, STEM education, sociology or related field and good verbal and written skills in English are required. Target start date is January 17th, 2023. Duration is one year.  To receive full consideration please submit application materials by the November posting deadline. For more details and to apply please go to https://jobs.nmsu.edu/postings/48143. Applicants who have questions related to the research project are welcome to contact Dr. Sandra Way at sway@nmsu.edu.

NMSU is a Hispanic Serving Institution and equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff.  Women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

7. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT:Assistant Professors of Engineering Pathways – University of Oklahoma

 

The Gallogly College of Engineering is rapidly growing with a strategic focus on increasing the number of engineering graduates and increasing our research portfolio. Our plan for student body growth is built around new programs that support and educate our student body in meaningful ways to recognize and encourage new ways of thinking, understanding and experiencing.

We have recently launched a new Engineering Pathways Program and are seeking three additional teaching-focused faculty members who are passionate about teaching and mentoring students. These faculty will be instrumental in designing and implementing our student-centered plan for growth and will be working collaboratively with each other, with our Gallogly Student Affairs Team, and with faculty and staff across the college.

We are seeking candidates aligned with two particular areas of expertise:

1)    an education- and research-focused background in engineering leadership, or

2)    experience or expertise in first-year engineering education.

The successful candidates will be expected to have a passion and commitment for supporting the retention of engineering students coming from all backgrounds.

These positions are part of a larger initiative defined in the Gallogly College of Engineering strategic plan for growing enrollment and improving retention. The State of Oklahoma is investing in engineering in support of growing engineering graduates for the state workforce. Successful candidates will have a demonstrated commitment to excellent and innovative instruction, an ethos of care and support of students, and effective mentorship and guidance of students. Candidates with an interest in educational research are welcome and will have opportunities for research collaboration with current and new faculty.

The University of Oklahoma invests in its faculty by providing support and resources through our Center for Faculty Excellence (https://www.ou.edu/cfe) and Vice President for Research and Partnerships Office (https://www.ou.edu/research-norman). The Gallogly College of Engineering supports faculty development through mentoring, new faculty orientation series, and access to research and educational support. We encourage candidates to apply who are seeking to work in a rapidly growing college, in collegial interdisciplinary groups, and towards the mission of student success.

 

Qualifications:

Applicants must have earned a Ph.D. in an engineering discipline. Candidates with Ph.D. degrees in engineering education or engineering leadership are strongly preferred. Experience with engineering student education through teaching and student mentoring is expected.

 

Application Instructions:

Applicants should provide a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement that describes how their background and career goals will support success of engineering students, and the contact information for at least three references. A statement of research experience may be included but is optional.

Documents should be uploaded to http://apply.interfolio.com/112210. Initial screening of applicants will begin on October 17, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled. The positions are expected to be 12-month appointments and start date is negotiable not to be earlier than January 1, 2023. Questions may be emailed to Dr. Randa Shehab (rlshehab@ou.edu).

 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to: admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, or health care services that the University operates or provides.

 

Diversity Statement:

The University of Oklahoma is committed to achieving a diverse, equitable and inclusive university community by recognizing each person’s unique contributions, background, and perspectives. The University of Oklahoma strives to cultivate a sense of belonging and emotional support for all, recognizing that fostering an inclusive environment for all is vital in the pursuit of academic and inclusive excellence in all aspects of our institutional mission.

8. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Post-doctoral research fellow at University of Michigan

Researcher seeks to hire a post‐doctoral fellow to work on collaborative research projects that focus on the examination and assessment of mentoring relationships and practices in the context of a national engineering research center. The post-doctoral fellow will work directly with Dr. Joi Mondisa, Assistant Professor of Industrial and Operations Engineering and Engineering Education Faculty Member at the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor.

Responsibilities:

The primary duties of the post‐doctoral fellow are to:

• attend and facilitate workshop trainings and engage with center members;
• perform literature reviews and meta-syntheses;
• administer surveys and conduct semi-structured interviews;
• analyze quantitative and qualitative data;
• participate in collaborative project meetings of the team members;
• present research at conferences and draft manuscripts for peer‐reviewed publication;
• assist with mentoring graduate and undergraduate students.

The post-doctoral fellow will participate in weekly and regularly scheduled meetings. The post‐doctoral fellow work can be accomplished in the office/lab on the UM Ann Arbor campus OR through a remote option.

Required qualifications:

The successful candidate should have a Ph.D. from an accredited institution in a STEM field, engineering education, higher education, psychology, sociology, or a related field. A demonstrated ability to work/collaborate with others and work independently.

Desired qualifications:

Demonstrated experience with one or more of the following: conducting engineering education/higher education/social science research using qualitative and/or quantitative research methods; instrument development and assessment; analyzing data; strong oral and written communication skills.

How to Apply:

Applicants should submit: 1) a brief letter of interest, 2) curriculum vita, and 3) the names of three references here.  Curriculum vitae should include publications and presentations.  The tentative appointment date for the position is January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2024 with a potential option to renew the position for an additional year(s).

9. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT:NC State MAE now hiring!

 

The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at NC State University is now hiring multiple open rank faculty members in both Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering fields, along with Professional Track Teaching faculty. Refer to flyer for more details!

10. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Teaching Professor in Aerospace Engineering (Open Rank) – UIUC

 

The Department of Aerospace Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign invites applications for the position of Teaching Professor (open-rank, full-time). Successful candidates will join the department’s thriving community of faculty during a period of significant enrollment growth and will make an impact on aerospace engineering education by teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, leading course and curriculum development, interacting with students through academic advising, and conducting funded research. The department has a particular need for candidates who could teach courses that place a strong emphasis on the use of either computational or laboratory methods and that have a significant design component.

Candidates will have opportunities to interact with a campus-wide community of teachers and engineering education researchers, supported by institutions that include the Academy for Excellence in Engineering Education (AE3), the Center for Innovation in Teaching and Learning (CITL), the Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA) Institute, and the College of Education. Within AE3, the Teaching Professional Program (TPro2) specifically supports teaching faculty in the Grainger College of Engineering. Teaching faculty having voting rights in the Department of Aerospace Engineering and are encouraged to exert independence and leadership in their courses, the department, and the college.

All successful candidates must have a PhD in Aerospace Engineering or a related field (including, but not limited to, the fields of Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Engineering Education, Mechanical Engineering, and Physics) as well as demonstrated potential for developing coursework, teaching effectively, and mentoring/advising students. In addition to teaching qualifications, successful candidates must show exceptional potential in research and scholarship. Successful candidates must also share the department’s commitment to building a culturally diverse educational environment.

Please contact Tess Saxton-Fox with any questions: tsaxtonf@illinois.edu

11. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: UCI STEM Education Postdoctoral Scholar Positions

The UC Irvine Office of the Vice Provost of Teaching and Learning and School of Biological Sciences are currently looking to fill two postdoc positions, one for a faculty-focused NSF project and the other a student-focused HHMI project. For more information, please refer to the links below:

https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF07886

https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF07548

Please feel free to reach out to Brian Sato, bsato@uci.edu, if you have any questions.

12. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Assistant/Associate Professor of Computer Science at the University of San Diego

 

The Computer Science Department at the University of San Diego (USD) invites applications for a tenure track faculty position to begin Fall of 2023.

Candidates should have a doctorate in Computer Science or a closely related field at the time of employment. Excellent candidates from all areas will be considered, especially those interested in interdisciplinary collaboration. Candidates from underrepresented and underserved groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

The position will entail teaching both required and elective undergraduate courses within the CS department. A successful applicant will demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching to a diverse group of students in a small classroom setting. In addition, the candidate should demonstrate a strong history of scholarly work and a promising research trajectory that includes the mentoring of undergraduate students. The candidate should also demonstrate a commitment to advancing the university mission of creating a diverse and inclusive community and preparing leaders who are dedicated to ethical conduct and compassionate service.  For more information about the Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering and the computer science program, please visit https://www.sandiego.edu/engineering/.

Application is available at https://jobs.sandiego.edu/en-us/job/496130/assistantassociate-professor-of-computer-science

13. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Raymond B. Jones College of Engineering at Lipscomb University: Associate Dean and Mechanical Engineering Faculty

 

The Raymond B. Jones College of Engineering at Lipscomb University invites applications from exceptionally qualified candidates for a full-time position as Associate Dean for Academics. This position is 50% administrative and 50% teaching. Therefore, the successful candidate must be qualified to teach Mechanical Engineering courses in the areas of Machine Design, Dynamic Systems, and Instrumentation/Measurement. The successful candidate must also have experience coordinating multi-discipline teams. Other responsibilities will include supervising staff, students, faculty, and labs as well as assisting in recruiting students and promoting the college. Teaching is our primary mission with scholarly activity being encouraged and expected in support of this mission. Service is an integral part of the college culture and faculty are encouraged to participate in engineering service activities. The university seeks to attract and retain highly qualified faculty and staff that share Lipscomb University’s values and will contribute to the mission to be a Christ-centered community preparing learners for purposeful lives through rigorous academics and transformative experiences. To better support the increasing diversity of our student body, women and other underrepresented groups in engineering are encouraged to apply. Link to the job posting here: Associate Dean in Engineering at Lipscomb University.

Please direct questions to fort.gwinn@lipscomb.edu or david.elrod@lipscomb.edu. Expected start date of July 1st, 2023.

14. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Assistant, Associate or Full Professor of Engineering Practice in Materials Engr/Engr Education at Purdue University

The School of Materials Engineering and the School of Engineering Education at Purdue University invite applications for a non-tenure track Faculty of Engineering Practice position at all levels (Assistant, Associate or Full Professor). Purdue University seeks to attract exceptional candidates with expertise in materials engineering along with experience and passion for scholarship of teaching and learning. Successful candidates must hold a Ph.D. in an engineering discipline, with at least one degree (BS, MS, or PhD) in Materials Science and Engineering or a closely related discipline, and demonstrate a commitment to improve education both within the School of Materials Engineering and across the College through the School of Engineering Education. The successful candidate should have experience with modern computational or experimental tools associated with materials engineering design and materials selection, and the experience or ability to bring authentic problems in industry into the classroom. Responsibilities will include teaching in the School of Engineering Education’s First Year Engineering program, teaching courses in the School of Materials Engineering, and engaging in both School’s experiential learning programs (e.g., EPICS, study abroad, etc.).

School and College

The School of Materials Engineering (MSE) at Purdue University is known for its collaborative and interdisciplinary environment, with strengths across the broad spectrum of materials, and facilities for their study by experimental and computational methods. MSE has over 30 faculty, 200 undergraduates and 170 graduate students.

The internationally known School of Engineering Education (ENE) serves the College of Engineering’s 3000+ First-Year Engineering students, and is home to the Multidisciplinary Engineering and Interdisciplinary Engineering Studies programs with 100+ undergraduate students, and the Engineering Education graduate program with 60+ students.

MSE and ENE are integral parts of Purdue’s College of Engineering. Purdue Engineering is one of the largest and top-ranked engineering colleges in the nation (2nd public college for engineering, 3rd for online graduate engineering programs, 4th for graduate programs, 6th in the world for utility patents, and 9th for undergraduate programs) and renowned for top-notch faculty, students, unique research facilities, and a culture of collegiality and excellence. The College goal of Pinnacle of Excellence at Scale is guiding strategic growth in new directions, by investing in people, exciting initiatives, and facilities.

 

Application Process

To apply, please submit an application to this site including (1) cover letter (2) a complete curriculum vitae, (3) a statement of interest not exceeding 1000 words explaining your plans to deliver innovative programming in Materials and Engineering education, and (4) names and contact information for at least three references. The search committee may contact references to request letters. For information or questions regarding the position, contact the search committee chair, Elliott Slamovich, at elliotts@purdue.edu. For information/questions regarding applications contact the Office of Academic Affairs, College of Engineering, at coeacademicaffairs@purdue.edu. Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled.  A background check is required for employment in this position.

Purdue University, the College of Engineering and MSE and ENE are committed to free and open inquiry in all matters. Candidates are encouraged to address in their cover letter how they are prepared to contribute to a climate that values free inquiry and academic freedom.

Purdue University, the College of Engineering and MSE and ENE are committed to advancing diversity in all areas of faculty effort, including discovery, instruction, and engagement. Candidates are encouraged to address in their cover letter how they are prepared to contribute to a climate that values diversity and inclusion. Purdue and the College of Engineering have a Concierge Program that provides dual career assistance and relocation services.

Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

15. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Assistant Professor of Human Centered Design & Engineering at the University of Washington

 

The Department of Human Centered Design & Engineering (HCDE) at the University of Washington is hiring an Assistant Professor to demonstrate excellence in teaching and research programs in our dynamic, interdisciplinary intellectual community in Autumn 2023.

The successful candidate will be expected to expand on one or more emerging areas within the department, including:

• Human centered engineering. We are particularly interested in scholars whose research and teaching will deepen our department’s collaborations with fields such as engineering education, mechanical engineering, civil engineering, industrial engineering, systems engineering, environmental engineering, materials science, aerospace engineering, and bioengineering.
• Equitable engineering. We are particularly interested in scholars whose work lies at the intersection of agendas oriented toward addressing societal inequities and work in human centered design and engineering.

Please refer to the full announcement for additional details: https://apply.interfolio.com/115836. Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2022.

16. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Assistant Professor of Engineering Education at Purdue University

 

The School of Engineering Education (ENE) within the College of Engineering at Purdue University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of assistant professor. Purdue University seeks to attract candidates with interests and expertise in engineering education research focused on any level from pre-kindergarten through college and into engineering practice.

The School is committed to intersectional and critical approaches to the study of stratification and inequality and is keenly interested in diversifying its faculty. The mission of the School is to realize a more inclusive, socially connected and scholarly engineering education. Our mission leads us to invest in recruiting colleagues who empower culturally diverse and oppressed populations through their scholarship, teaching, and service. We thus seek candidates with a demonstrated commitment to work in partnership with marginalized communities and with students holding a range of worldviews. Our Strategic Compass includes our vision, behaviors we expect from our School community, and the goals we have established to realize our mission.

Successful candidates must hold a Ph.D. degree or equivalent in engineering, education, or a related discipline at the time of position start and demonstrate potential to build an independent research program, as well as potential to educate and mentor students. The successful candidate will conduct original research, advise graduate students, teach undergraduate (First-year Engineering, Multidisciplinary Engineering, or Interdisciplinary Engineering Studies programs) and graduate level courses, and perform service at the School, College, and University levels. Successful candidates will have demonstrated a commitment to collaboration and interdisciplinarity, as well as diversity and inclusion.

Applications must be submitted electronically via this site: https://careers.purdue.edu/job-invite/22338/. A background check is required for employment in this position. Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

17. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Tenured or Tenure-track Faculty Position in Biomedical Engineering Education Research, Cornell University

 

The Nancy E. and Peter C. Meinig School of Biomedical Engineering at Cornell University invites applications for a tenured or tenure‐track faculty position in biomedical engineering, with an emphasis on engineering education research. Candidates must have an earned doctorate in engineering, STEM education, or a closely related field, with a demonstrated potential for success as an independent education research investigator and a classroom educator. Responsibilities include the pursuit of a program of scholarly research in Biomedical Engineering Education; teaching courses in Biomedical Engineering; and advising undergraduate and graduate students. We are especially interested in receiving applications from candidates who embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. Senior candidates with exceptional accomplishments in research, teaching, and graduate student mentorship are encouraged to apply. Junior candidates must show outstanding research and potential for excellence in teaching and graduate student mentorship. Salary and rank are commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The Meinig School of Biomedical Engineering is in the College of Engineering on Cornell’s campus in Ithaca, New York. Discipline-Based Education Research (DBER) is an exciting, emerging research field on Cornell’s campus, with discipline-based education researchers across several science and engineering departments. The BME department has a decades-long culture of educational innovation and outreach, including the use of experiential learning approaches, the development of major outreach programs to local-area middle- and high-school science teachers, and a current project to add active learning elements to a core sequence of courses in the major. There is also a broad culture of education research and investment throughout the campus, and educational verve is one of President Pollack’s key priorities for the University. Discipline-based education researchers on campus also collaborate with the Engineering Teaching Excellence Institute, the Center for Teaching Innovation, and the Active Learning Initiative. This community is filled with disciplinary experts who are passionate about their teaching, engaging in education research literature, and keen to discuss how to improve teaching and learning for students throughout multiple disciplines. The ideal candidate will benefit from strong collaborative ties to other discipline-based education researchers in the College of Engineering and across campus and to the major teaching/education centers, and will contribute to a culture of excellence in education research and of continual improvement in pedagogical approaches.

All applicants must submit a cover letter of interest, a curriculum vitae including a list of publications and preprints; research and teaching vision statements; a statement addressing your commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity in research; and contact information for at least three reference letter writers.

For more information regarding the Statement of Contribution to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, please visit: https://facultydevelopment.cornell.edu/department-resources/recruitment/contribution-to-diversity/. Applications must be received by November 15, 2022, to receive full consideration. Application materials must be submitted electronically at: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/22905