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The Department of Engineering Fundamentals at the University of Louisville invites applications for a position as Teaching-Track (Term) Faculty at the rank of Assistant Professor or Instructor beginning Jan 1, 2025. The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for the engineering graphics curriculum. This includes primary teaching responsibility for the Engineering Graphics Technology course and working as a member of the instructional team that teaches Engineering Methods, Tools, and Practice I and II courses, of which graphics is a core component. The two-semester Engineering Methods, Tools, and Practice courses introduce first-year engineering students to the practice of engineering and the methods, tools, and skills necessary for success in engineering (including graphics, programming, spreadsheets, circuitry, teamwork, critical thinking, technical writing and communication, and ethics). The Engineering Graphics Technology course builds on manual drawing and computer-aided design skills learned in Engineering Methods, Tools, and Practice I and II courses, using two-dimensional and three-dimensional computer aided drawing programs, including dimensioning of drawings and applicable industry standards.

Required Qualifications

• Masters or Doctorate degree in Engineering or a related field
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills, including working with a diverse population
• Experience with hand drawing, computer aided design and 3D Modeling for engineering
• Genuine interest in cooperating with other instructors as part of a teaching team

• Ability to stay up to date with a variety of different CAD software packages
• Commitment to high-quality teaching and student success

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience and interest interacting with first-year college students or a similar population
• Experience teaching engineering graphics or CAD courses
• Interest and experience using evidence-based teaching practices and active learning
• Interest and experience in continuous course improvement based on scholarship of teaching and learning

Department Information

Established in 2007, the Engineering Fundamentals Department is comprised of faculty who teach common core courses taken by all entering engineering students.  In their first four semesters, engineering students take 18 hours of courses from the Department of Engineering Fundamentals, including Engineering Methods, Tools, and Practice I and II and calculus-based Engineering Analysis courses.  Most courses have many sections and multiple instructors who collaborate to work as instructional teams to maintain consistency of learning outcomes across courses and support continuous improvement of teaching and learning in Engineering Fundamentals courses. 

The department’s focus on undergraduate teaching is highlighted in The Center for Teaching and Learning Engineering (CTLE).  The CTLE is housed in the department and promotes outstanding STEM teaching and learning through scholarship, research, and professional development.  The CTLE’s research group GEARS, the Guild for Engineering Education, Achievement, Retention and Success, promotes interdisciplinary collaboration and professional support for faculty and graduate students. https://engineering.louisville.edu/research/centersinstitutes/ctle/

About Louisville and the University

Louisville is a progressive community of nearly 1 million people with a robust economy, a vibrant arts scene, a nationally ranked public-school system, and a rich history infused with southern hospitality. Situated on the banks of the Ohio River, America’s 17th largest city boasts a cost of living that is substantially lower than the national average, with a broad range of housing options from high-rise apartments and historic Victorian homes to suburban communities and rural farms.  Louisville is also home of the famous Kentucky Derby.

The University of Louisville strives to foster and support an inclusive and diverse community of students, faculty and staff who are empowered to achieve their highest potential without fear of prejudice or bias.  The University of Louisville is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for promoting the careers of women (https://louisville.edu/advance). UofL has been recognized for excellence in diversity and earned five out of five stars from the Campus Pride Index for LGBTQ-friendly policies, programs, and practices.  Additional information about UofL’s commitment to diversity and inclusion is available at http://louisville.edu/diversity/ .

Application Instructions

Review of applications will begin on September 9th and will continue until the position is filled.

Applicants must apply online and submit the following:

(1) Cover letter, (2) Curriculum vitae, (3) Teaching statement (less than 2 pages), and (4) a list of three references (including postal addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses).

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Louisville is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, or veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact the Employment team at employment@louisville.edu or 502.852.6258.

Assistance and Accommodations

Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 215 Central Avenue, Ste 205 - Louisville, Kentucky 40208.

If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at employment@louisville.edu or by phone 502-852-6258.