Teaching Asst/Assoc. Professor

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Lampe UNC-NCSU Joint Department of Biomedical Engineering at UNC-Chapel Hill invites applications for a Teaching Assistant/Associate Professor in bioengineering with emphasis on bioinstrumentation, biomechanics, and biologics-based design. Employment may involve teaching at NC State campus as needed, with a workload of 2–3 courses per semester (4–6 annually).

This professional-track faculty role centers on teaching and education.

Qualifications

• PhD in Biomedical Engineering or related field.
• For Associate level, a minimum of six consecutive years of full-time service as a Teaching Assistant Professor (or equivalent) along with documented evidence of distinguished teaching and service.
• Record of publication in the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning; external funding to support teaching and learning is preferred.

Responsabilités

• Deliver lectures following the course syllabus and university calendars.
• Assess student performance including exams, projects, and assignments.
• Oversee laboratory components to ensure appropriate content and coordination with lectures.
• Grade exams, papers and projects; provide help during office hours.
• Supervise teaching assistants and coordinate assignments within workload limits.
• Teach 2–3 courses per semester (4–6 per academic year); some courses may be taught on the NC State campus.
• Collaborate across UNC-Chapel Hill and NC State University BME entities in teaching and scholarship.

Connaissances

Teaching

Course delivery

Assessment

Lab supervision

Collaboration

Formation

PhD in Biomedical Engineering

Description du poste

Department:

Biomedical Engineering-UG - 319300

Posting Open Date:

10/01/2026

Application Deadline:

11/05/2026

Open Until Filled:

No

Position Type:

Permanent Faculty

Working Title:

Teaching Asst/Assoc. Professor

Appointment Type:

Fixed Term Faculty

Vacancy ID:

FAC0006137

Full-time/Part-time:

Full-Time Permanent

Hours per week:

40

FTE:

1

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range:

Dependent on Experience or Dependent on Qualifications.

Proposed Start Date:

08/16/2027

Be a Tar Heel!:

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

The Lampe UNC-NCSU Joint Department of Biomedical Engineering stresses the application of science and engineering, mathematical analysis, and computer techniques to biomedical problems. The research and entrepreneurship of the faculty, students, and staff aim to accumulate, generate, and disseminate biomedical engineering knowledge to improve health care for the benefit of the people of North Carolina, the nation, and the world.

Position Summary:

The Lampe UNC/NC State Joint Department of Biomedical Engineering is seeking applicants for a Teaching Assistant / Associate Professor in any area related to department specializations with priority given to bioinstrumentation, biomechanics and biologics-based design. This is a professional track faculty position with a focus on teaching and education. Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Delivery of lectures that cover the course objectives as stated on the course syllabus following the dates of the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill and NC State University calendars for the given semester.
• Assessment of student performance including exams, projects, laboratory assignments and/or homework assignments as outlined on the course syllabus.
• If the course contains a lab section, overseeing the laboratory component to guarantee appropriate content of lab exercises and coordination of the lab with the lecture.
• All other responsibilities associated with teaching the course including grading exams, papers and projects in a timely manner and providing help to students during scheduled office hours.
• If a teaching assistant is provided, provide supervision to the teaching assistant and coordinate assignments not exceeding the workload of the teaching assistant.
• The instructional load for this position will be 2 to 3 courses per semester for a total of 4 to 6 courses taught each academic year. Employment will be through UNC-Chapel Hill, but some courses may be taught on the NC State campus. Candidates with a proven history of publication and acquisition of funding for the scholarship of teaching and learning may lead new initiatives in the scholarship of teaching and learning and work with other faculty to support their pedagogical investigations and publications in lieu of one course per year.
• The individual must work productively and in a collaborative manner across all constituent BME entities, i.e. University of North Carolina College of Arts and Sciences, University of North Carolina School of Medicine and the NC State University College of Engineering.

This position will conduct service in areas of need. This may include mentoring junior faculty, mentoring students or student organizations, developing study abroad programs, participating in assessment activities, curriculum development and/or academic advising.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

PhD in Biomedical Engineering, or related field. For an Associate level, a minimum of six consecutive years of full-time service as a Teaching Assistant Professor (or equivalent) along with documented evidence of distinguished teaching and service is required.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

• Record of publication in the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning.
• History of acquiring external funding to support the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

Not Applicable.