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University of Colorado Boulder · 5 months ago

Associate/Full Teaching Professor in Mechanical Engineering

Gunnison, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$100K/yr - $125K/yr

6+ years exp

The University of Colorado Boulder is a leading public institution in Colorado and is seeking a full-time Teaching Faculty member in the Mechanical Engineering department. The role involves teaching undergraduate courses, overseeing the Engineering Partnership Program, and providing professional service as Co-Director, with responsibilities including faculty coordination and student recruitment.

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Responsibilities

The typical workload distribution of Associate or Full Teaching Professor serving as Co-Director is 65% teaching and 35% service

The EPP Co-Director will be responsible for: Recruitment, supervision, and evaluation of CU Boulder faculty and staff

Coordination of faculty assignments and course scheduling for CU Boulder faculty and courses

Coordination and communication within and between WCU and CU Boulder

Supervision of the EPP’s student recruitment, advising, and academic support activities

Program assessment and accreditation per CU Boulder’s requirements and processes

Coordinating assignment of rooms and equipment/supplies maintenance and purchase

Working with development and grants offices on fundraising and industry outreach

Meeting with the Partnership Advisory Board once a semester

Development of an annual report for submission to WCU and CU Boulder

Program Oversight and Administration

Qualification

Doctorate in Mechanical EngineeringTeaching ExperienceProject-Based LearningAcademic Leadership ExperienceCurriculum DevelopmentData-Driven Decision MakingStrategic Vision DevelopmentCultural SensitivityCommunicationRelationship Building

Required

Candidate must have earned a doctorate degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related field and must also have a minimum 6 years of teaching mechanical engineering or a closely related field at a higher education level and meet unit criteria at this rank

A master's degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related field with either: (i) at least three years of experience working in a related industry and a minimum 6 years of teaching mechanical engineering or a closely related field at a higher education level, or (ii) a minimum 9 years of teaching mechanical engineering or a closely related field at a higher education level. Candidate must also meet unit criteria at this rank

For a candidate to be considered for appointment to the Full Teaching Professor rank, the applicant must meet the criteria for Associate Teaching Professor and have an additional three years of teaching experience at a higher education level. Candidate must also demonstrate a record of distinction and meet unit criteria at this rank

Demonstration of a strong commitment to high-quality undergraduate engineering education and active engagement in the mechanical engineering field

Demonstration of a commitment to use evidence-based pedagogical practices including experiential and project-based learning within undergraduate engineering education

Demonstration of excellent communication and relationship building skills

Ability to teach both lecture and lab-based courses

Ability to make data-driven decisions

Ability to develop and execute a strategic vision

Sensitivity to and appreciation of cultural, political, and geographical differences, with the ability to work well with faculty, staff, and students from diverse backgrounds and skill levels