Assistant Professor of Engineering Technology

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13813677 Assistant Professor of Engineering Technology Category: Faculty Positions Department: SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY Locations: Macomb, IL APPOINTMENT: August 19, 2027 RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in basic electronics, industrial power and control systems, facilities management, robotics, and drone systems; evaluate and report on the achievement of Student Learning Outcomes, Program Objectives, and Curriculum; collaborate and share responsibilities with other faculty, including maintenance of laboratory equipment and software; serve on School, College, and University committees; maintain office hours in accordance with the negotiated contract; foster corporate and community alliances; assist in efforts to recruit and retain students; advise and mentor student organizations. This is a nine-month full-time tenure-track appointment with the potential for summer teaching opportunities. RANK & SALARY: Assistant Professor. $80,006 - $100,008 per year; salary commensurate with progressive experience. Western Illinois University employees may be eligible for a variety of State of Illinois benefits. These benefits are administered through the Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS). These benefits include: Health Insurance plans, (HMO's, OAP's, QCHP, and CDHP), Dental Insurance, Vision Plan, Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Supplemental Long-Term Disability (LTD), Flex Spending Accounts (HAS, MCAP, and DCAP), 403(b) Supplemental Retirement Plans and 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plans. Eligible employees are required to participate in the State Universities Retirement System (SURS). SURS is the retirement administrator for employees in public higher education in the State of Illinois. Other benefits available to eligible employees include: paid time-off, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Waiver programs, and discounts to the local YMCA. For a full list of benefits as a WIU employee, please visit our Benefits Homepage: https://www.wiu.edu/human_resources/benefits/ For questions on benefits, or eligibility, contact our benefits team at [email protected] or by calling 309-298-1971. Job Requirements: REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: - Earned doctorate in a related field from an accredited university. The required degree must be conferred from a regionally accredited degree-granting institution of higher education (or equivalent from an international accrediting body) - Relevant professional industrial and/or manufacturing management work experience, plus excellent interpersonal and leadership skills. - Distinguished record in teaching, scholarship, and service with demonstrated interest in an area of research that aligns with the WIU School of Engineering and Technology; - Ability to work with multiple constituencies and across diverse disciplines. - Must be a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident of the U.S. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: - Demonstrated experience in the U.S. with an industrial and/or manufacturing company. - Commitment to applying technology to teaching and learning. - Record of involvement in professional organizations and community relations. - Experience with STEM programming or implementation and sustainability. For a degree to be considered, it must be conferred from a regionally accredited degree-granting institution of higher education ( r equivalent from an international accrediting body). Unless otherwise stated, the degree must be conferred at the time of appointment. Additional Information: THE DEPARTMENT: The School of Engineering Technology prepares students to become ethical, responsible professionals who can apply practical knowledge, technology, and problem-solving skills to meet the evolving needs of today's workforce. The School emphasizes hands-on learning, innovation, leadership, critical thinking, and transforming concepts into tangible results. Located on Western Illinois University's Macomb campus, the School offers a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology and a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, as well as minors in Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Technology, and Construction and Facilities Management. Through applied learning experiences, students develop the technical knowledge, professional competencies, and project management skills necessary to succeed in a dynamic global society. For additional information about the School, please visit: https://www.wiu.edu/cbt/set