Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering Teaching Faculty

Company: Gannon University
Location: Erie
Posted on: November 25, 2022

Job Description:

Division School of Engineering and Computing
Department Col. of Engineering & Business
Location Erie, Pa
Position Summary
Gannon University's College of Engineering and Business (CEB) is seeking to fill an exciting position for 12-month teaching-track position. The appointment for this position will begin in January 2023, May 2023 or August 2023. The successful candidate will provide a dynamic and innovative classroom and lab experience for students and industry partners, in addition to designing new courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The candidate will be responsible for the coordination of multi-disciplinary senior design projects. Requirements for this position include an M.S. or comparable degree in either Technology, Industrial Engineering, Robotics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Production Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a closely related field. The successful candidate will advise students and prepare them intellectually, professionally, and personally, and will be active in the life of the university with opportunity for advancement in rank. A teaching track position carries a 27-credit load per academic year. The responsibilities of the successful candidate will be comprised of 15 teaching credits during an academic year and the following functions associated with the Center of Manufacturing and Technology operations equivalent to the other 12 teaching credits:
Establishment of a collaboration framework with the Center's current, and potential clients and the initiation of external partnerships.
Work on strategic planning for the sustainability of the center, beyond the 3-year award period, and the definition of a growth path for the Center
Identification of intra-university synergies and identify faculty talent that will meaningfully contribute to the Center's activities.
Coordination of senior/capstone design projects.
Design and delivery of training to external partners. ESSENTIAL FACULTY FUNCTIONS:
The successful candidate will be expected to engage in academic activities as detailed in the faculty handbook in Volume IV of the Institutional Policy Manual as appropriate to the teaching position, which includes:
Achieving appropriate student-learning outcomes in all courses taught.
Participation in service to the University, the community and to the candidate's profession. Attend convocations, commencement exercises, and community meetings.
Participation in ongoing professional development.
Assist, advise, and mentor students enrolled in the University.
Fulfill the essential duties and responsibilities of a faculty member as described in Volume IV of the Gannon University Institutional Policy Manual which contains the approved policies and procedures of the University concerning the terms and conditions of faculty employment at the University. Required Qualifications
Requirements for this position include an M.S. or comparable degree in either Technology, Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Robotics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Production Engineering, and Engineering Technology or a closely related field. Excellent communication skills are required. Experience working as an industrial engineer, professional registration/certification, and/or teaching experience in higher education will be a plus. The preferred candidate must be able to support and promote the University's inclusive Mission, its Catholic identity, and its liberal arts and professional education traditions. University Mission: Must be able to support and promote the University's inclusive Mission, its Catholic identity, and its strong liberal arts foundation that supports exemplary professional education programs. Preferred Qualifications
Physical Demands
Must be able to meet the physical demands associated with a busy academic environment. Work is performed in a busy classroom, workshop, and office setting. Tenure Status Teaching Track
Position Type Regular Faculty
Employment Status Full-Time
Position Length 12M
Credits Per Year 15

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