Teaching Assistant Professor-Engineering
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Job Location:
Grand Forks, ND - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
22 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Salary/Position Classification
- $70000commensurate with qualifications and experience 9-month contract Exempt
- 40 hours per week
- This position will work onsite UND Grand Forks ND campus
Purpose of Position
The College of Engineering and Mines (CEM) at the University of North Dakota invites applications for a 9-month up to two Teaching Assistant Professor positions to support the Engineering program.
The department will consider applications in the general area of engineering such as (1) computer programming (2) engineering mechanics (3) engineering ethics (4) engineering economics.
The appointment is expected to begin on August 16 2026 or earlier. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Duties & Responsibilities
The successful applicant will have the following primary responsibilities and duties:
- Instruction in the engineering division of CEM that supports introductory and common courses for CEM majors.
- Teaching a 4/4 course load in engineering both on-campus and at-a-distance potentially including both classroom and laboratory settings. The initial appointment may include a reduced teaching load to initiate external collaborations and course development.
- Recruitment of students into CEM.
- Advising students in course planning and fulfilling graduation requirements.
- Communicating effectively in English with students faculty staff and other professional colleagues in person and at-a-distance (phone email zoom etc.)
- Utilizing computer hardware and software to carry out teaching and service responsibilities.
- Participating in department school/university and professional service activities.
Required Competencies
- A demonstrated dedication to excellence in engineering education.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills including evidence of the ability to teach inspire and mentor students.
- Effective interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate effectively with faculty staff and students.
- Ability to work with and engage diverse students and colleagues within and outside the College of Engineering and Mines.
- Ability to adapt to current methods of teaching including online delivery.
- Proven ability to operate effectively as a team player and leader who works effectively with superiors peers and subordinates and has strong interpersonal skills and independent judgment.
Minimum Requirements
- PhD degree in an engineering discipline or a closely related field
- Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check
In compliance with federal law all persons hired will be required to verify identityand eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Preferred Qualifications
- Teaching experience or demonstrated teaching potential
- Teaching-related certifications training honors and/or awards
- Industry government and/or research experience in engineering
- Background in electrical systems
To Apply
To assure full consideration applications must be received by April 5 2026 and include the following materials:
- CV or resume
- 1-page statement of teaching interests
- Names and contact information of three (3) references.
- Unofficial transcripts. Please note that the selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts upon hire.
Position is open until filled.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Classroom Experience
- Medical Management
- Library Services
- Pharmacy Residency
- Research Experience
- Teaching
- Higher Education Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Grant Writing
- Mentoring
- Research Laboratory Experience
About Company
The University of North Dakota (UND) is the oldest and largest college in North Dakota, offering 225+ accredited on-campus and online degrees.
