What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Faculty, Modeling & Simulation position at Clark State College?
Salary : $60,000.00 Annually
Location : Leffel Lane-Springfield, OH
Job Type : Full Time
Job Number : 202500013
Division : Academic Affairs
Department : Business & Applied Tech
Opening Date : 02 / 17 / 2025
Description
A full-time, 9-month, instructional faculty position in Modeling and Simulation is available beginning August 8, 2025. A master's degree in Modeling and Simulation or closely related field (such as Computer Science / Engineering, Digital Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Geospatial Engineering) is required. Candidates must have ability to develop partnerships with business and industry, with industry experience in Modeling and Simulation preferred; and proficiency in skills undergirding this growing field, such as programing languages (e.g. Python and C ), system dynamics, AI tools, and other pertinent applied techniques. Applicants should submit copies of transcripts along with other requested documents.
The first year of this appointment will include both teaching and curriculum development for the program. The successful candidate will have experience in curriculum development along with the use of a learner-centered approach to teaching that incorporates active, project-based learning strategies and technology to enhance student learning. Primary regular duties of faculty include on-ground and online classroom teaching; curriculum and course development; student academic advising; assessment of student learning; maintaining employer / industry relationships, and participation in college-wide initiatives.
Salary and rank are commensurate with qualifications and experience. The successful candidate must possess strong interpersonal and technology skills, ability to work in teams, and flexibility to teach day or evening hours and at the College's campuses in Springfield, Beavercreek, and Bellefontaine as needed. Position reports to the Dean, School of Business and Applied Technologies and is located at the Beavercreek Greene Center location. Position will remain open until filled.
Faculty Standards
All faculty are required to :
- Participate in scheduled institutional meetings and activities
- Participate in program and College accreditation, curriculum development, and program assessment
- Assist in the formulation of school objectives and goals
- Serve on at least one faculty or All-College Committee annually (after the first year of hire)
- Teach courses at a variety of times and locations in response to student and institutional need
- Participate in student and / or community activities that foster goodwill and promote the mission of the College
- Assist in the articulation of courses and programs with secondary and post- secondary institutions
- Maintain collegial relationships with other college personnel
The duties of a faculty member fall into three categories : Teaching, Professional Development, and Service. Duties are categorized below, though responsibilities vary and change based on the needs of each academic program.
Teaching / Learning
Successful teaching in a learner-centered environment requires knowledge as well as the ability to design, implement, manage, and assess courses taught in a variety of instructional modes. Each faculty member is required to :
Professional Growth
As a professional educator, the faculty member shall continue to grow and develop as an educator and as a member of the profession through formal and / or informal activities, which increase knowledge and enhance teaching ability.
Service to the College and Community
As a member of a learning community, faculty members are expected to contribute to the life of the College. Their activities advance the goals and image of one's program, School, and the College as a whole.
P HYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and sit; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, and talk and hear. The employee is often required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and far vision and the ability to adjust focus. LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals, Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, faculty, and students. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ration, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs REASONING ABILITY
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. WORK ENVIRONMENT This work is performed in an office-like environment with a minimal amount of noise. This position requires some travel between campuses.
Please provide at least three professional references. Personal references will not be contacted.
Clark State College strives to provide our eligible employees with industry-leading benefits at a competitive cost. Benefits include :
Salary : $60,000