Instructor of Engineering

Job Description Summary

The successful candidate will teach a variety of courses within a new Bachelor of Science in General Engineering, and the existing Bachelor of Science in Robotics &AI programs. Additional expectations include academic advising, curriculum development, assisting the department with program assessment, administrative work, and serving on college and university-wide committees. Faculty are required to continue professional development in accordance with university expectations.

Job Description

Duties and Tasks:

• Teach 8 classes per year
• Advise students
• Assess, assist, and guide online adjunct faculty under the direction of the CS Chair
• Assist with curriculum development
• Assist with academic program reviews
• Assist with university recruiting efforts
• Undertake professional development and produce scholarly research
• Teach on-ground, online, evening, and weekend classes as needed
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses
• Participate in department, college, and university meetings and committees
• Perform other duties as assigned by the CS Chair and/or Dean

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge:

• At least a Master's degree in General Engineering or Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering or Systems Engineering or Industrial Engineering.
• The ability to teach a broad range of engineering fundamentals including systems engineering, robotics, and design courses.

Skills:

• Display a collegial, team-oriented attitude and openness to continuous process improvement
• Work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultural backgrounds
• Adapt to new technologies, teaching strategies, and institutional priorities

Abilities:

• Demonstrate strong written, oral, and organizational communication skills
• Take initiative and thrive in a dynamic and evolving academic environment
• Collaborate effectively with a diverse group of colleagues and students

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

In addition to your curriculum vitae, the following documents are required for consideration. Please be sure to check the email under which you applied for important instructions on completing remaining steps, including uploading documents in the second step of the application packet process as follows:

• Cover Letter

• Teaching Philosophy - (500 words or less), should highlight how your teaching philosophy and practices fit the Mission and Values of Saint Leo University.
• Three (3) Letters of Recommendation – All letters of recommendation should be professional references and at least one (1) from a recent superior. If you do not have those documents at the time of application, please upload a text or word document stating, "Recommendations will be sent independently." Recommendation letters can be mailed to Academic Affairs at the address stated below
• Student Evaluations (six classes minimum) – Student evaluations from the last year (at least six classes, an even mix of graduate and undergraduate).

TRANSCRIPTS

Official transcripts are required for all adjuncts and all final full-time faculty candidates

Official transcripts for Master, Graduate, and Doctorate degrees are required to complete your application packet and are to be issued directly to Saint Leo University from the respective education institution.*

Transcripts that are “Issued to Student” or issued to another institution are not accepted. Digital and/or electronic transcripts cannot be accepted at this time.

World Education Services (WES) Evaluation – A certified evaluation and translation from World Education Services (WES) is required for foreign transcripts and/or any and all degrees obtained from international universities. Expenses for official transcripts are the responsibility of the applicant.

Please have transcripts and certified evaluations mailed to:

Attn: Veronica Mantegna Academic Affairs – MC 2006 Saint Leo University

PO Box 6665

Saint Leo, Florida 33574

Full-time faculty positions are pending final budget approval prior to start of the academic year.

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