Dynamic First-Year Engineering Fundamentals Instructor

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Tennessee, Knoxville seeks two dynamic faculty at the rank of Lecturer or Teaching Assistant Professor to contribute to its first-year Engineering Fundamentals program. The role emphasizes an active-learning, flipped classroom approach with emphasis on introductory physics, computing tools (MATLAB, Excel), labs, and project design experiences.

The position involves teaching 1–2 EF courses per semester, mentoring undergraduate and graduate teaching assistants, and managing EF

Qualifications

• Master's degree in engineering, engineering physics, or computer science is required.
• Excellent communication skills are essential.
• Commitment to innovative teaching methods and inclusive learning environments.
• Demonstrated interest in first-year engineering and computing education.
• Experience teaching computing applications or engineering physics, project-based courses, or supervising student projects is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach 1–2 EF courses each semester, possibly with multiple sections up to 128 students.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate teaching assistants.
• Facilitate day-to-day operations of the EF unit and contribute to program development.
• Contribute 90% of time to teaching and 10% to service.

Skills

Communication skills

Innovative teaching methods

Inclusive learning environment

First-year engineering education

Engineering education experience

Education

Master's degree in engineering, engineering physics, or computer science

Tools

MATLAB

Excel

Job description

University of Tennessee, Knoxville seeks two dynamic faculty at the rank of Lecturer or Teaching Assistant Professor to contribute to its first-year Engineering Fundamentals program. The role emphasizes an active-learning, flipped classroom approach with emphasis on introductory physics, computing tools (MATLAB, Excel), labs, and project design experiences.

The position involves teaching 1–2 EF courses per semester, mentoring undergraduate and graduate teaching assistants, and managing EF