What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor 12 Mo position at Arkansas State University?
Position Summary:
The College of Engineering and Computer Science at Arkansas State University (A-State) invites outstanding candidates to apply for a non-tenure-track Instructor position in Engineering Technology. The position begins July 1, 2025, and is a two-year grant-funded position focusing on teaching and outreach/recruitment of students into the program.
This position involves teaching undergraduate-level courses in Engineering Technology (50% effort) and outreach/recruitment (50% effort).
The position is for a 12-month renewable contract. Each faculty member has the duty to deliver instruction and maintain a learning environment consistent with the highest standards of the profession.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Teaching assigned courses within the Engineering Technology program
- Guide students through applied and experiential learning experiences
- Develop new courses, curriculum, instructional materials, and evaluation tools at the undergraduate level
- Participate actively in outreach/recruitment for the program and be involved in some service
- Other duties as assigned
This position reports to the Associate Dean, with day-to-day reporting to the program director of Engineering Technology.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to work with various robotic platforms, components, and software tools
- Strong understanding of Industrial control systems and automation principles
- In-depth knowledge of PLC hardware and software
- Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot PLC-related issues
- Ability to motivate and support students
Work Environment:
- Monday - Friday
- 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Additional hours as requested and/or needed
- Regular and reliable attendance is expected
- Some travel will be required
The College of Engineering and Computer Science (CoECS) is on an ambitious growth trajectory that includes upgrades of student and faculty spaces, emphasis on the student experience, professional development of faculty, emphasis on excellent teaching and research, and very proactive engagement with the external community.
The university is located in the delta region of the state of Arkansas, home to a thriving private sector that engages in developing computer software tools, materials handling, advanced materials, and steel manufacturing.
Minimum Qualifications:
- An earned master's degree in engineering technology or a related discipline
