Program Director and Assistant Professor - Mechatronics
Program Director and Assistant Professor - Mechatronics
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Job Description
Title: Program Director and Assistant Professor Mechatronics
Employee Classification:Faculty
Institution:Roane State Community College
Department: Math Science
Campus Location: Roane State Community College
Job Summary
Roane State Community College is inviting applications for qualified candidates for a Program Director and Assistant Professor position in our Mechatronics Program. The successful candidate will assist with the improvement of the 2year Mechatronics program that is aligned with the industry needs. The Program Directors duties will include recruiting of students into the program and teach a selection of classes. The program is designed to be both day and an evening/ weekend program. Appointment to this position may require some weekend or evening commitments. The Program Director will represent the program to internal and external constituencies and will oversee the daytoday operations of the program. This includes scheduling of classes searching/screening applications for parttime and fulltime faculty position and maintain the teaching laboratory.
The Program Director will be based at Roane States Anderson County Higher Education Center frequent offcampus travel is expected.
Job Duties
- o Review assess and improve the 2year program in Mechatronics program.
- o Teach at least two Mechatronics classes as needed which may include evenings and/or Saturdays.
- o Select materials and instruments to be used in training and courses. Oversee purchase and proper handling.
- o Develop recommendations for new equipment and training expenditures to support ongoing and developing program needs. Prepare justifications to be used in grant applications
- o Conduct internal instructor training sessions for alignment of the Mechatronics program with similar programs at sister institutions.
- o Coordinate scheduling of classes and staffing with faculty.
- o Evaluate applications for faculty and recommend for hire.
- o Observe adjunct faculty members class/lab teaching.
- o Conduct assessment of course and program learning outcomes develop a major field exam and ensure programmatic accreditation with ATMAE standards.
- o Collaborate with area high schools to develop and maintain the dual enrollment and Middle College programs.
- o Prepare documents and selfstudy for program accreditation.
- o Direct all activities associated with the Mechatronics Program.
- o Direct the level and detail of the curriculum provided in current classes.
- o Select textbooks and approve instructor syllabi.
- o Develop new courses and identify program needs.
- o Convene a program advisory group and meet at least once annually. Recruit new advisors. Use the advisory group as a resource for program direction and improvement.
- o Coordinate softskills development sessions for students identifying needed topics and enlisting guest speakers.
- o Coordinate plant tours and enrichment programs for students.
- o Prepare programspecific portions of new grant applications and support grant fulfillment requirements through progress reports and presentations.
- o Observe and advise adjunct faculty on classroom teaching and laboratory practice.
- o Create and maintain a cohesive program organization through regular team meetings.
- o Give external presentations on the program recruit potential students and serve as liaison to admissions and success coach personnel in providing information to potential students about the program.
- o Serve as advisor for all Mechatronics students. Advise on course selection degree vs certificate internship recommendations study skills etc.
- o Coordinate the placement of students for internships and employment.
- o Represent the Mechatronics program to external constituents and stakeholders.
- o Coordinate the establishment of internships and apprenticeships for students. Work with companies to maximize the development of new job pipelines for graduates.
- o Provide facility tours and presentations to potential employers of program graduates.
- o Publicize the program through presentations at community organizations such as Rotary and employer organizations such as ETEBA.
Minimum Qualifications
Teaching or training experience in Mechatronics related field.
Minimum of 4 years of experience in the Mechatronics field.
Experience in project/grant writing management and reporting.
Bachelors Degree in Mechatronics Physics Engineering Process Engineering or related discipline.
Special Note: Applicants please submit the following:
Complete online application
Unofficial Transcript for Bachelors degree or higher in Mechatronics Engineering Process Engineering or related field.
A detailed cover letter explaining your interest and qualifications; Curriculum Vita;
Name and contact information of 3 professional references.
Preferred Qualifications
Masters Degree in Mechatronics Engineering Process Engineering or related discipline.
10 years or more work experience in Mechatronics Technologyrelated positions particularly experience in process environment.
Teaching experience in postsecondary education programs.
Professional Engineering License or Masters degree in suitable engineering discipline.
Computer skills including familiarity with Desire2Learn (or other course management software) design and process simulation software and process control software.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Candidate must have good oral and written communication skills the ability to work with students of all ages and exhibit flexibility and collegiality.
Knowledge and commitment to teaching and demonstrating safe operations in the laboratory.
Knowledge of the mission of community colleges as it relates to career and technical education;
Willingness to work with diverse student populations who represent a wide range of age ethnicity and academic ability.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
