Assistant Teaching Professor of Applied Science

William & Mary; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

William & Mary invites applications for a 3-year, non-tenure track Assistant Teaching Professor in the Department of Applied Science. The position begins August 10, 2027 and carries a full teaching load with potential renewals and a promotion framework.

The successful candidate will teach engineering design, additive manufacturing, and related areas, supervise student projects, and provide support to the Makerspace and its staff.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering or a closely related field is required.
• Ph.D. or ABD is preferred at the time appointment begins (Aug 10, 2027).
• Experience in teaching is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach and supervise student projects as part of a full teaching load.
• Support the Makerspace and its staff as needed.

Skills

Engineering design

Additive manufacturing

Advanced fabrication

Prototyping

Automation

Instrumentation

Characterization

Education

Master's degree in Engineering or closely related field

Ph.D. or ABD preferred at appointment start

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Department of Applied Science at William & Mary, a public university of the Commonwealth of Virginia, invites applications for a 3-year, non-tenure track Assistant Teaching Professor instructional position that will begin August 10, 2027. This full-time teaching faculty appointment carries a service component commensurate with rank and comes with the possibility of ongoing renewals and a framework for promotion.

Job Description

We seek an individual with expertise in engineering design, additive manufacturing, advanced fabrication, prototyping, automation, instrumentation, and characterization. The successful applicant is expected to be an effective teacher and will be assigned the equivalent of a full-time teaching load, which may consist of classroom instruction, supervising student projects, and ad-hoc support of the Makerspace and its staff.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering or a closely related field is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. or All But Dissertation (ABD) is preferred at the time appointment begins (August 10, 2027).
• Previous teaching experience.

Application Deadline

For full consideration, submit application materials by the initial review date, 11/30/2026.

Additional Job Details

Job Profile: JP0515 - Assistant Professor (Less than 12 months) NTE - Exempt - Salary - S99

Compensation Grade: S99

Recruiting Start Date: 2026-10-13

Position Restrictions: Restricted Term

Location

Integrated Science Center (Primary Job Posting Location: William & Mary)

Contract and Working Hours

Three-year, non-tenure track, full-time teaching faculty appointment. Fixed term (requires end date).

Information on Degree Programs

Information on the degree programs in the Departments of Applied Science and Physics may be found at cdsp.wm.edu.

EEO Statement

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Background Check

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Probationary Period Notice

Individuals selected for full-time staff positions will be required to complete a twelve (12) month probationary period in accordance with university policy.

Remote Work Disclaimer

Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed and is subject to approval. Employee eligibility depends on the likelihood of the employee succeeding in a remote work arrangement and the supervisor's ability to manage remote workers. Departments and/or Human Resources may amend, alter, change, delete, or modify eligibility.