[ES_JOBS_NET] Biological Engineering instructor position, University of Arkansas

[Ben Runkle]

Dear colleagues,
My department at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville is hiring a
12-month instructor position. Would love to see your application if
appropriate!

https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UASYS/job/Instructor_R0009627

*Department:*Biological and Agricultural Engineering


*Department's Website:*
https://bio-ag-engineering.uark.edu
*Summary of Job Duties:*This non-tenure track 12-month position will
support the Biological Engineering teaching program in the Biological and
Agricultural Engineering Department at the University of Arkansas. The
successful candidate will teach and provide support for selected courses,
serve as a liaison with the First-Year Engineering Program, advise
undergraduates and assist with processes for ABET accreditation of the
undergraduate program. The successful candidate’s teaching, research,
extension and/or industry experience should complement and enhance the
existing biological engineering curriculum and department strengths in
sustainable water, energy and food systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
*Teach up to six undergraduate and/or graduate Biological Engineering
courses per year, depending on annual assignment and other duties required
*Advise undergraduate students, including honors thesis students
*Assist with assigned Biological Engineering design courses, including
mentoring senior design teams
*Assist with class field-trips and maintenance of teaching labs and
equipment
*Facilitate undergraduate involvement in faculty research programs and/or
internships
*Serve as a liaison with the First-Year Engineering Program and the College
of Engineering to support departmental recruiting efforts
*Assist with ABET documentation requirements for the undergraduate program

DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS:
*Ability to work in inter‐ and trans‐disciplinary teams
*Experience with computer software and modeling relevant to Biological
Engineering coursework such as a programming language, Excel, AutoCAD,
ArcGIS, HEC-RAS, PondPack, Civil 3D and others.
*Demonstrated record of effective interpersonal and communication skills
*Commitment to enhance the existing teaching program
*Willingness to recruit at high schools and/or within the First-Year
Engineering Program
*Qualifications:*

*Minimum Qualifications: *

   -

   Master's degree with at least one ABET accredited or equivalent degree
   in engineering (biological, bio-systems, agricultural, ecological or
   environmental engineering or closely related field)

*Preferred Qualifications:*

   -

   Ph.D. in biological engineering or closely related field
   -

   Significant lead teaching experience
   -

   Complementary industry experience
   -

   Design experience
   -

   Professional engineering license (PE) or ability to gain registration in
   Arkansas


*Additional Information:*

*Special Instructions:*

All application materials must be uploaded to the U of A’s employment
system at jobs.uark.edu. Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
A letter of application including your teaching philosophy and experience;
a statement of accomplishments and qualifications (Other); a statement of
contribution to diversity, equity and inclusion; curriculum vitae;
transcripts or list of courses completed; and the name, complete address,
and telephone number of at least three references are required.


*Salary Information:*
Commensurate with education and experience


*Required Documents to Apply:*
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, Diversity Statement,
List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Other
(see special instructions for details), Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

*Optional Documents:*
Proof of Veteran Status


*Recruitment Contact Information:*
Lalit R. Verma, Ph.D., P.E., Professor and Department Head
lverma at uark.edu


*All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas
System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
<https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS>  *

*Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.*

Benjamin R. K. Runkle, P.E.

Associate Professor, Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering

The University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR 72701

ENGR 231

Phone: 479-575-2878

brrunkle at uark.edu

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