Instructor of the Practice in Engineering Labs

Utah Tech University; Saint George (UT); On-site; USD 83,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement plan

Tuition waivers

Employee assistance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Utah Tech University in St. George, UT seeks an Instructor of the Practice in Engineering Labs for Spring 2027.

The role focuses on teaching lab and lecture courses, maintaining lab facilities, and guiding student prototyping across UTXplore and capstone projects. The ideal candidate will hold an MS in engineering or related field, bring industry experience, and demonstrate strong teaching and collaboration skills within a polytechnic setting.

Qualifications

• MS in an engineering discipline or related field is required; candidates with a B.S. in engineering and relevant work experience will be considered.
• Relevant industry experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with equipment such as machining, controllers, or electronic testing equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach 30 credits of laboratory and/or lecture courses in the Engineering Department each academic year.
• Maintain labs and lab equipment within the Engineering Department.
• Ensure engineering labs comply with university, state, and federal safety regulations.
• Provide prototyping guidance to students in UTXplore, capstone, design practicum, and research projects.
• Attend department, college, and division faculty meetings; assist in program management and follow university policy.

Skills

Teaching

Prototyping

Lab management

Communication

Teamwork

Education

MS in Engineering or related field

BS in Engineering with relevant experience

Tools

Machining equipment

Controllers

Electronic testing equipment

Job description

The College of Science, Engineering, and Technology at Utah Tech University (UT) in St. George, Utah, invites applications for a full-time Instructor of the Practice in Engineering Labs position to begin Spring Semester (January 2027). Come join an active group of educators dedicated to offering students immersive experiences with lab courses, facilitating UTXplore projects, and equipment training. More information about the Engineering Department can be found online at https://mech.utahtech.edu/.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach 30 credits of laboratory and/or lecture courses in the Engineering Department each academic year.
• Maintain labs and lab equipment within the Engineering Department.
• Ensure engineering labs are compliant with university, state, and federal safety regulations.
• Provide prototyping guidance to students involved in UTXplore, capstone, design practicum, and research projects.
• Attend department, college, and division faculty meetings; work with other faculty in program management and adhere to University policy and procedures.
• Perform defined campus-wide duties, including holding office hours, functioning as an advisor to students, and performing university service and scholarship as defined by academic policy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

CRITERIA AND REQUIREMENTS

• M.S. in an engineering discipline, or related field, required. Candidates with a B.S. degree in an engineering discipline that have relevant work experience and/or a M.S. degree in a non-related field will also be considered.
• Relevant industry experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with equipment, whether machining, controllers, or electronic testing equipment, is preferred.
• A strong prototyping background is preferred.
• Prior teaching experience in engineering or related courses preferred.
• A strong commitment to and evidence of potential for excellence in teaching.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to collegiality and teamwork.
• An interest in active learning, experiential learning, and student engagement is desirable.

POSITION DETAILS, COMPENSATION, AND BENEFITS

Full-time (9-month) professional-track faculty position. Faculty service, with pay and benefits begins January 1, 2027. Annual salary of $83,000-$86,000 depending on qualifications and experience, with additional compensation available for optional summer/overload teaching.

• Excellent benefits package included that begins on start date; includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, employee assistance and wellness programs, retirement plan contributions, and undergraduate tuition waivers for employees and eligible dependents.

See https://humanresources.utahtech.edu/employee-benefits/ under "Benefits Summary" for more details.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY

Utah Tech University is an open, comprehensive, polytechnic institution, committed to exceptional student learning and success that has adopted an instructional approach of "active learning. active life." and a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. We seek faculty and staff committed to creating an active, applied and career-oriented learning environment that is student-centered. Established in 1911 as a community college and in 2013 as a state university, our University is located in picturesque southwestern Utah, approximately 120 miles northeast of Las Vegas. The area is renowned for its red rocks, desert climate, over 300 days of sunshine annually, and featuring easy access to world-class outdoor recreational opportunities. Click here to learn more about the University.

Utah Tech University is a fast-growing Utah public institution of higher education, with more than 13,000 students. We offer over 250 programs, including doctoral, masters, bachelors, associates, certificates, endorsements, minors, and/or emphases. We seek faculty and staff committed to creating an active, applied, and career-oriented learning environment that is student-centered, who bring new ideas, possess values and career aspirations aligned with the University’s mission and vision, and are inspired to build a premier open, comprehensive, polytechnic university.

Utah Tech employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must provide employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

Utah Tech is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or 435-652-7500.

Utah Tech University does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex (including sex discrimination and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, disability status, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, military status, veteran status, or other bases protected by applicable law in employment, treatment, admission, access to educational programs and activities, or other University benefits or services.

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