Assistant/Associate Instructional Professor

University Of Florida; Maine; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Florida seeks an Assistant/Associate Instructional Professor to enhance its Industrial and Systems Engineering program at the Jacksonville campus. This full-time role involves teaching, curriculum development, and engagement with students to foster excellence in engineering education and contribute to regional workforce development.

Qualifications

• Must hold a doctorate in Industrial and Systems Engineering or related discipline.
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in related field.
• Versatility in teaching across multiple engineering areas.

Responsibilities

• Teach and develop curriculum for Industrial and Systems Engineering courses.
• Collect student performance data and manage course content.
• Engage in student recruitment and departmental activities.

Skills

Teaching Pedagogy

Curriculum Development

Data Analytics

Operations Research

Education

Doctorate in Industrial and Systems Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial and Systems Engineering

Job description

Assistant/Associate Instructional Professor

Apply now Job no: 535915
Work type: Non-Tenure-Track Faculty
Location: Jacksonville Campus
Categories: Education/Training/Instructional Design, Engineering
Department: 19060000 - EG-INDUSTRIAL / SYSTEMS ENG

Classification Title:

Assistant/Associate Instructional Professor

A doctorate in Industrial and Systems Engineering or a related discipline.

Job Description:

The Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering at the University of Florida invites applications for a 12-month, non-tenure track, full-time position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Instructional Professor in the Department of Industrial & Systems Engineering (ISE).

This position supports the continued growth of the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering and the Department of Industrial & Systems Engineering. It is aligned with the launch of the new Master of Science in Engineering Management program (anticipated to start in Fall 2026), to be offered at UF’s new Jacksonville campus. The faculty member hired will reside in Jacksonville and play a central role in delivering and supporting this program on-site. The Jacksonville campus is part of UF’s broader vision to establish a national center of excellence of workforce-driven graduate programs designed to cultivate future leaders and stimulate economic development in the region, through strong collaboration with industry, government, and community stakeholders, contributing to the long-term prosperity of the state. This position will also engage prospective and current students through recruiting, orientation, graduation, networking, and other events, and represent the ISE department in various functions in the Jacksonville area community.

Duties and responsibilities include teaching, revising, and developing the Industrial and Systems Engineering curriculum, collecting data on student performance, and managing course contents for accreditation purposes. The instructional faculty portfolio consists of 75% teaching, 10% research, and 15% department/professional service.

Candidates are expected to be at the cutting edge of teaching pedagogy and conduct research in areas related to Engineering Education that complement and improve their teaching. Candidates are also welcome to continue or pursue additional research in Industrial and Systems Engineering related topics. Teaching responsibilities will include a range of courses, depending on departmental priorities and candidate expertise. The ideal candidate should demonstrate versatility in teaching across multiple areas of the curriculum, including Data Analytics, Operations Research, Production and Logistics, and Manufacturing Systems.

High-quality instruction is a priority at UF, as evidenced by the pedagogical training and support for faculty at the university and college level. UF faculty are encouraged to take advantage of the UF's Center for Teaching Excellence (CTE) dedicated to improving teaching skills to maximize student learning. There are also opportunities for collaboration with the Department of Engineering Education, which was established in 2019 and "specializes in the delivery of innovative and effective instructional methods in engineering undergraduate and graduate courses and assessment that is evidence based".

UF ISE offers BS, ME, MS, and Ph.D. degrees and currently has approximately 475 undergraduate students and about 200 graduate students. The Department hosts research in various application areas including advanced manufacturing, energy systems, healthcare systems, manufacturing systems, supply chain systems, and transportation systems. ISE faculty perform methodological research in data analytics, machine learning, human systems engineering, optimization, simulation, and stochastic analysis. There are also outstanding opportunities for interdisciplinary work across the UF campus. More information about the department can be found athttps://www.ise.ufl.edu/ .

Salary to commensurate with education and experience.

Required Qualifications:

A doctorate in Industrial and Systems Engineering or a related discipline.

Preferred:

Also hold a bachelor’s degree in Industrial and Systems Engineering or a related discipline.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and will continue to receive applications until the position is filled. To be considered, you must submit an application through UF Careers viahttps://jobs.ufl.edu/ (Job 535915). The application consists of attached PDF files of the following required documents: 1. Cover letter(summary and introduction; relate to hiring emphasis areas)2. Curriculum vitae. 3. Research and teaching statements. 4. Names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses of three references.Additional documents should be uploaded as one PDF to the “other documents” selection in the application. The anticipated start date for this position can be as early as July 2025 depending on the candidate’s availability, For additional questions, contact Dr. Serdar Kirli (mailto: [e-mail]).

The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).

If accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law. The University of Florida is an equal employment employer and is committed to non-discrimination with respect to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:

Health Assessment Required: No

Advertised: 20 May 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Open until filled

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