Freshman Engineering & AI Instructor

The University of Alabama; Tuscaloosa (AL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama, located in Tuscaloosa, seeks a qualified renewable-contract Teaching Assistant Professor to teach ENGR 101 and ENGR 104, supporting all engineering majors and fostering a gateway to success in the engineering curriculum. The role includes developing AI training materials for all engineering students and engaging in college activities.

Responsibilities include delivering lectures and labs, promoting student engagement and resilience, and collaborating with faculty

Qualifications

• PhD required in a relevant field (CS, Eng. Education, or closely related).
• Evidence of college-level teaching ability is essential.
• Strong algorithmic thinking and basic computational problem-solving.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Familiarity with AI and its use in engineering classrooms preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach ENGR 101: The World of Engineering.
• Teach ENGR 104: Fundamentals of Engineering, CS Software, Code, and Security.
• Develop AI training materials for engineering students.
• Conduct regular office hours.
• Participate in FEP planning and coordination meetings.
• Participate in college and university events.
• Serve on assigned college committees.

Skills

Teach at college level

Algorithmic thinking

AI in engineering classroom

Written and oral communication

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

PhD in Computer Science or Engineering Education

Tools

MATLAB

Visual Basic

Python

Job description

The University of Alabama, located in Tuscaloosa, seeks a qualified renewable-contract Teaching Assistant Professor to teach ENGR 101 and ENGR 104, supporting all engineering majors and fostering a gateway to success in the engineering curriculum. The role includes developing AI training materials for all engineering students and engaging in college activities.

Responsibilities include delivering lectures and labs, promoting student engagement and resilience, and collaborating with faculty