Metallurgical and Materials Engineering - Professor of Practice - 526091

Department
Metallurgical and Materials Engineering

Rank
Professor of Practice

Position Summary
The Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering (MTE) and the College of Engineering at The University of Alabama invite applications for a renewable contract Professor of Practice within the department. Candidates with interests in foundry practice are strongly encouraged to apply.

Detailed Position Information
The Professor of Practice position is designed for individuals with a distinguished career in foundry practice. The position aims to bring practical, real-world expertise to the academic environment and enhance the learning experience for students. The individual will contribute to the teaching, mentorship, and curriculum development within the department while also fostering connections between the academic and professional communities.

The College of Engineering and the Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering also pride themselves on the outstanding educational experience provided to their students, and thus faculty candidates must demonstrate an ability to develop and teach classes at the undergraduate level in the faculty member’s area(s) of expertise as well as to teach courses that support the delivery and accreditation of the Department’s core degree programs.

Minimum Qualifications
20 years of experience in foundry practice with a proven record of professional success and leadership.

Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Metallurgical Engineering from an accredited institution. 20+ years of experience in foundry practice. Proficient in the safe use of complex and hazardous foundry and casting equipment and common laboratory tools. Ability to translate professional experience into relevant learning outcomes for students. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Instructions and Required Materials for Application
Required application documents include: (1) resume/curriculum vitae, (2) the names and contact information for at least four professional references.

Review of applications will begin immediately, and search will continue until the position is filled.

About the College of Engineering
As the premier flagship university for the state of Alabama and as one of the first five universities in the nation to offer engineering instruction, The University of Alabama has more than 175 years of proud engineering history. UA’s College of Engineering is committed to conducting cutting-edge basic research that advances the frontiers of science and engineering, to translating such fundamental advancements and knowledge through applied research and technology commercialization into impactful solutions which improve the human condition and address the challenges facing humankind, and to using that immersive research environment to provide unparalleled educational experiences and opportunities for our students at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. As a College, we pride ourselves on educating and preparing the next generations of engineering and computer science scholars and professionals who will positively shape the future around us. Through our educational, research, and service activities that support our overall vision to be one of the most impactful engineering programs in the nation, our College continues to provide leadership in the many professional disciplines represented by our College and to the community, state, and nation as we advance our professions, the economy, and the lives of all those whom we serve.

The UA College of Engineering is comprised of seven departments: (1) Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics, (2) Chemical and Biological Engineering, (3) Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering, (4) Computer Science, (5) Electrical and Computer Engineering, (6) Mechanical Engineering, and (7) Metallurgical and Materials Engineering. These departments currently deliver 13 different undergraduate degree programs and 15 different graduate degree programs. Overall, the College enrolls approximately 6,000 students, making it one of the largest colleges out of the more than 40,000 students on the UA campus.

While the university has been on a constant mission to advance in every aspect of its operations since its inception, The University of Alabama has in particular seen transformative growth in its research enterprise over the past decade. Through the efforts of the University, the UA Office of Research and Economic Development (ORED), and in particular the departments, centers, and faculty of the College of Engineering, UA’s research enterprise has indeed surged dramatically high