Professor of Practice - Chemical Engineering

StartupNWA; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution invites applications for a non-tenure-track teaching position in chemical engineering. The role involves leading undergraduate courses and collaborating with industry partners to enhance the curriculum. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of aspiring engineers while contributing to a vibrant academic community. The department values diversity and is committed to providing a supportive environment for both faculty and students. If you possess a strong background in chemical engineering and a passion for teaching, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Waivers

Retirement Programs

12 Holidays

Immediate Leave Accrual

Qualifications

• M.S. in Chemical Engineering with 15+ years of industry experience required.
• Teaching experience and professional certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead instructor for undergraduate chemical engineering courses.
• Develop and deliver practical course content with industry relevance.

Skills

Chemical Engineering

Teaching

Industrial Experience

Education

M.S. in Chemical Engineering

Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering

Job description

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Type of Position: Faculty - Non-Tenure

Workstudy Position: No

Job Type: Academic Term (Fixed Term)

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Sponsorship Available: Yes

Institution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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Department: Chemical Engineering

Department's Website: https://engineering.uark.edu/chemical-engineering/

Summary of Job Duties:

The Ralph E. Martin Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of Arkansas invites applications for a 9-month, 50%, non-tenure-track teaching position in chemical engineering at the rank of Professor of Practice. The Professor of Practice will serve as lead instructor for two or more undergraduate chemical engineering courses per semester, with a preference toward unit operation laboratory, design, safety, and/or controls courses. This faculty member will help develop, integrate, and deliver practical, industrially relevant course content for other courses in the curriculum and work with industrial partners and other professional sources to enhance our process engineering and design instruction.

The Ralph E. Martin Department of Chemical Engineering is home to 18 faculty members with diverse expertise spanning energy, advanced materials, separations, sustainability, and biotechnology. With over $28 million in endowments, our department holds 5 endowed chairs and 8 endowed professorships to support our research, teaching, and service missions. The department has a strong history of excellence. Successful candidates will meet the minimum qualifications and as many preferred qualifications as possible. We are seeking candidates with industrial experience that will enhance and complement our department's existing programs and expertise.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• M.S. in Chemical Engineering or a closely aligned field from an accredited institution of higher education, conferred by the start of employment
• At least 15 years of relevant and practical chemical engineering experience in industry

Preferred Qualifications:

• Teaching experience
• Ph.D. (or equivalent terminal degree) in Chemical Engineering or a closely aligned field from an accredited institution of higher education, conferred by the start of employment
• Professional certifications and/or business degree (e.g., MBA)
• Licensed as a Professional Engineer (P.E.)
• Engagement in professional societies

Additional Information:

Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Apply: Other (see special instructions for details)

Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

Ed Clausen, University Professor, [e-mail]

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicants are asked to submit a single PDF file that includes: (a) a cover letter; (b) a comprehensive curriculum vitae, including work experience, and (if applicable) courses taught with teaching evaluation scores and a record of scholarly activity; (c) two-page teaching and mentoring statement that includes their teaching philosophy and interests, as well as a description of how the candidate’s own lived experiences can aid them in mentoring students and trainees from different backgrounds; and (d) three to five professional references.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds inclusion, opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity: N/A

Frequent Physical Activity: N/A

Occasional Physical Activity: N/A

Benefits Eligible: Yes