Assistant Professor of Materials Engineering

UWSTO University of Wisconsin Stout; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

UW-Stout Polytechnic's Engineering and Technology Department invites applications for a Materials Engineering faculty position to prepare career-ready engineers and technologists through hands-on learning, experiential projects, and industry partnerships. The successful candidate will teach in at least two areas listed in the responsibilities.

The anticipated start date is August 23, 2027. Candidates must have a Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. by start date is required.
• Ability to teach in a combined lecture and lab environment.
• Fluency in oral and written English.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses related to two or more topics: Materials Science & Engineering, Metallurgy and Materials Processing, Advanced and Emerging Engineering Materials, Manufacturing and Materials Applications.
• Establish and maintain laboratories and equipment.
• Develop and maintain contacts and liaison with industry and professional associations.
• Provide student academic advisement and assess learning outcomes.
• Contribute to program assessment and work toward accreditation and continuous improvement.
• Develop curriculum and engage in research.
• Participate in departmental and university service activities.

Education

Ph.D. in Materials Engineering or related field

Job description

Position Title

Assistant Professor of Materials Engineering

Job Category

Faculty

Employment Type

Regular

Job Profile

Assistant Professor

Job Duties

The Engineering and Technology Department invites applications for a position as a Materials Engineering Faculty member to prepare career-ready engineers and engineering technologists in alignment with UW-Stout's polytechnic tenets: applied learning and research, business and industry partnerships, and career focused education. We emphasize experiential learning by providing students with hands-on experiences in classroom, laboratory, and industrial settings.

The Engineering and Technology Department at the University of Wisconsin-Stout Polytechnic offers six undergraduate programs, including Computer & Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering (B.S. and M.S.), Mechanical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Engineering Technology, and Packaging.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach in at least two of the areas listed in the Responsibilities section below.

The anticipated start date is August 23, 2027.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in Materials Engineering or related field by employment start date.
• Ability to teach in a combined lecture and lab environment.
• Fluency in oral and written English communication.

Highly Desired/Preferred

• 3 years combined industry, post-doctoral laboratory, teaching experience in materials engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses related to two or more of the following topics (depending on experience and qualifications):
  • Materials Science and Engineering
  • Metallurgy and Materials Processing
  • Advanced and Emerging Engineering Materials
  • Manufacturing and Materials Applications
• Establish and maintain laboratories and equipment.
• Develop and maintain contacts and liaison with industry and professional associations.
• Provide student academic advisement and conduct assessment of student learning.
• Contribute to academic program assessment and aid in maintaining program accreditation and continuous improvement in collaboration with faculty and staff.
• Develop curriculum.
• Actively engage in research.
• Participate in departmental and university service activities.

Department Information

The Engineering and Technology (E&T) Department is one of eight departments in the College of Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Management (CSTEMM). The department has 30 full-time faculty and staff, four of whom are full-time technicians. The department provides courses for its well-established and accredited undergraduate programs in Computer & Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering (B.S. and M.S.), Mechanical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Engineering Technology, and Packaging, plus other programs throughout the University.

UW-Stout Polytechnic's Engineering and Technology Department values collaboration, innovation, and student success. Candidates with experience working collaboratively with a variety of individuals, groups, and community partners are encouraged to highlight those experiences in their application materials.

Contact

For questions regarding this position or recruitment, please contact: Search Chair: Alex Jordan Email: [e-mail]

If you need assistance with the online application process or if you submitted your application prior to uploading all of the required application materials, please contact: Search Coordinator: Daisy Ramirez Email: [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Company Culture & Benefits

• The Universities of Wisconsin provides an excellent benefits package including participation in the Wisconsin State retirement plan, demonstrating our commitment to the diverse needs of our employees.
• Employee Benefits: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/
• To calculate the estimated value of your total compensation, use the Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator | Employee Benefits (wisconsin.edu)
• Employment is contingent upon the final candidate’s completing a criminal background check and being cleared to work by the Human Resources Office.
• Employment is also contingent upon the final candidate passing reference checks and an essential job function test, as applicable.
• The reference check process includes asking the final candidates’ professional references questions regarding employee misconduct, sexual violence, and sexual harassment.
• Reference checks must be conducted at a minimum with three professional references, at least one of which must be a prior supervisor.
• Final candidates with previous employment within the Universities of Wisconsin and State of WI agencies will be subject to additional reference checks.
• In response to a public records request, the Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in their online application, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
• UW-Stout Polytechnic is committed to providing safety and security of all members of our community in accordance with the Clery Act. For campus safety information and crime statistics visit: https://www.uwstout.edu/life-stout/police-and-parking/clery-information
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