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Assistant/Associate Professor - Engineering Technology - AY 26/27
Cal Poly is a public university committed to excellence in teaching and scholarship, seeking to fill a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in the Engineering Technology Department. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching undergraduate courses, advising students, and engaging in professional development activities within the field of engineering technology.
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Responsibilities
Instruction of marine and facilities engineering technology coursework in classrooms, laboratories, simulators, or aboard the training ship. Curricula taught may include: + Steam, Diesel, or Turbine Power Generation + Ship Propulsion Simulation + Electrical Systems + HVAC + Refrigeration + Introduction to Marine Engineering + Plant Operations + Other fundamental engineering courses associated with the Engineering Technology program
Student advising in the Marine Engineering Technology and Facilities Engineering Technology programs
Professional development activities that advance knowledge within an engineering field
Service in department and campus-wide academic and administrative teams and committees, and
Future annual participation as an instructional faculty member and/or engineering watch officer aboard the Training Ship Golden Bear (to be the Training Ship Golden State planned for 2028)
Qualification
Required
A minimum earned bachelor's degree in engineering, engineering technology (marine, mechanical, electrical, naval, or industrial), or a closely related field from an accredited institution or international equivalent is required for appointment
A minimum USCG 3rd assistant engineer (unlimited) license with appropriate STCW endorsements and at least 10 years' experience in the industry OR a USCG 2nd assistant engineer (unlimited) license with appropriate STCW endorsements is required for this position
The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in teaching, effective communication, and interpersonal skills and must have the ability to work effectively with students, staff and faculty
Candidates must demonstrate the ability to develop an externally funded, applied research program that involves undergraduate and graduate students, and partnerships with key stakeholders
Demonstrated experience and commitment to hands-on, student-centered learning and teaching, as well as demonstrated ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings are required
Excellent written and oral communication skills and strong interests in undergraduate and graduate teaching are required
Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language is required
A valid USCG medical certificate is required to participate in the training cruise
The incumbent must participate in a random drug-screening program as required by federal law
The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment
Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly
Preferred
Preference will be given to candidates with a demonstrated excellence in university level teaching and research (commensurate with time since degree), experience with laboratory-based instruction, and/or industry experience
Experience working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive environment is preferred
Preference will be given to candidates with a Master's degree or higher in engineering, engineering technology or engineering management
A current C/E or 1/E or U.S. Coast Guard license with appropriate STCW endorsements
Those with interests and expertise in more than one technical area, engineering leadership role experience, and/or leadership training experience
Benefits
Parental leave
Educational fee waivers
Childcare pre-tax benefits
An on-campus children's center
Company
Waco Tribune-Herald
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