The University of Nebraska–Lincoln Hiring for Assistant Professor of Practice – Heartland Robotics Cluster ( Positions) at Lincoln, NE Full Time

Assistant Professor of Practice – Heartland Robotics Cluster (2 Positions)

Department:

College of Engineering-0907

Requisition Number:

F_230153

Posting Open Date:

09/14/2023

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date):

11/01/2023

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Description of Work:

The College of Engineering (https://engineering.unl.edu) is seeking applications for two non-tenure leading faculty positions at the rank of assistant professor of practice in the area of robotics.

As part of a U.S. Department of Commerce EDA-funded Heartland Robotics Cluster (HRC), the College of Engineering (COE) is leading instructional activities to develop the robotics workforce in Nebraska. UNL is developing new courses in robotics engineering. These positions will be responsible for both lower-division and upper-division instruction including potentially hands-on laboratory exercises and may include capstone project supervision. Primary duties will be in Lincoln but some teaching assignments on the College of Engineering’s Omaha campus are possible.

We aim to bring in the two most qualified individuals to fulfill these positions; their academic home will remain TBD until the candidates are identified. Most likely homes would be the School of Computing, Mechanical and Materials Engineering, or Electrical and Computer Engineering.

As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in robotics, mechanical, electrical, agricultural, or computer engineering, computer science, or related area.
2. Proficiency in advanced design and analysis of mechatronic or robotic systems.
3. Demonstrated aptitude for learning and the application of theory in robotics systems design.
4. Experience in hands-on training/mentoring or laboratory-based instruction.
5. Excellent communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience in teaching engineering or computer science courses at the post-secondary level.
2. Ph.D. degree in robotics, mechanical, electrical, agricultural, or computer engineering, computer science, or related area; OR M.S. degree with leadership experience in the industry.
3. Experience in mentoring undergraduate students or new employees.
4. The understanding of how to build productive relationships with faculty, students, administrative leaders, and external partners across various disciplines and organizational units.
5. Strong organizational skills and ability to work well with others.

Work Location (City, State):

Lincoln, NE

Criminal History Background Check Required:

No

How to Apply:

Click “Apply for this Job” and complete the information form. Attach the following documents:

1. Cover letter.
2. Resume or CV.
3. Teaching statement and a statement of how your combined professional and academic experiences have equipped you to make a valuable contribution to Inclusive Excellence, a fundamental aspect of the COE Complete Engineer ® Program (total of 5 pages combined). Combine into a single pdf document and attach as “Other Document.”
4. A list of three references.

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact:

Dr. Mark Riley, Associate Dean for Research, [email protected].

Job Category (old):

Faculty Non-Tenure Leading

Job Type:

9 Month

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?:

Yes

Planned Hire Date:

08/19/2024

Organizational Location:

Default Location