Job Description

Supported by a significant investment from the state, the Gallogly College of Engineering is rapidly growing with a strategic focus on increasing the number of engineering graduates. Our plan for student body growth is built around new programs to recruit and retain students in our College. A cornerstone piece of that plan is the Engineering Pathways Program. Engineering Pathways faculty are charged with educating and supporting our student body in ways that recognize and encourage new ways of thinking, understanding, and experiencing engineering.

We seek 2 additional teaching-focused faculty members who are passionate about teaching and mentoring students. This ad is for one position at rank of assistant professor (apply.interfolio.com/154589). There is a second position for candidates who may qualify for either assistant or associate ranks (apply.interfolio.com/157488). Successful candidates will have demonstrated commitment to collaborative and innovative excellence in instruction, an ethos of care and support of students from all backgrounds, and effective mentorship and guidance of students. Candidates with an interest in educational research are welcome and will have opportunities for research collaboration with current and new faculty. We are seeking candidates with experience or expertise in first-year engineering education.

The Gallogly College of Engineering seeks candidates who contribute to fostering a collaborative and welcoming environment in all aspects of faculty responsibility, including within the classroom, the academic community, and within their professional commitments. With more than 4000 total students, our undergraduate student body is outstanding with more than 200 National Merit Scholars and more than 400 Honors students currently enrolled.

The University of Oklahoma invests in its faculty by providing support and resources through our Center for Faculty Excellence (https://www.ou.edu/cfe) and Vice President for Research and Partnerships Office (https://www.ou.edu/research-norman). The Gallogly College of Engineering supports faculty development through mentoring, new faculty orientation series, and access to research and educational supports. We encourage candidates to apply who are seeking to work in a rapidly growing college, in collegial interdisciplinary groups, and towards the mission of student success.

Required Qualifications:

• Earned PhD in engineering, computer science, or related degree by the date the position starts.
• Experience with engineering student education through undergraduate teaching and undergraduate student mentoring.
• Demonstrated commitment to collaborative instruction and ethos of care for students.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience or expertise in first-year engineering education for a general engineering student body

Applicants are invited to submit a comprehensive cover letter (not more than 4 pages), current C.V., and contact information for three references. The cover letter may include how you will fulfill all aspects of this faculty position, including examples of the following: approach to teaching, ethos of care for students, commitment to service, and undergraduate student mentorship. 

Application materials should be uploaded to http://apply.interfolio.com/154589.  Initial screening of applicants will begin on October 28, 2024 and will continue until the positions are filled. The start date is expected to be August 16, 2025, though exceptional candidatse may be considered for a January 1, 2025 start. Questions may be emailed to Dr. Randa Shehab ([email protected]).