University of Dubuque

Faculty in Engineering

Higher Education FacultyPosted on Nov 11

Full-timeDubuque, IA, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A graduate degree is required.
Demonstrate expertise in the academic discipline being taught through completed coursework or qualified experience.
Design and apply instructional strategies that actively engage students and support learning.
Communicate and collaborate effectively with students, staff, and faculty members.
Provide timely, constructive feedback on assignments and maintain an active gradebook.
Adapt to changes in educational technologies and standards.
Practice professional and collegial behavior, cultural competency, and inclusive approaches.

Responsibilities

Engage with the University's mission through teaching, advising, scholarship, professional development, and service to campus and the broader community.
Maintain a full-time teaching load of 24 credit hours per academic year in collaboration with the department and the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs.
Participate in regular assessment and evaluation to foster pedagogical growth.
Design and deliver engaging, student-centered learning experiences using innovative, evidence-based teaching practices and educational technologies to support diverse learners.
Advance entrepreneurial-minded learning by encouraging students to think creatively, take initiative, and apply engineering solutions to real-world challenges.
Support students outside the classroom during scheduled office hours and mentor and support students through advising, research opportunities, internships, and experiential learning.
Pursue a scholarly or creative agenda appropriate to the discipline and share outcomes through publications, presentations, exhibitions, or performances.
Build and maintain a professional portfolio for advancement in rank and tenure.
Participate in campus professional development opportunities and maintain awareness of disciplinary standards and best practices through ongoing development and engagement with the engineering community.
Contribute to developing and shaping the program's curriculum, courses, laboratories, and facilities.
Participate in department and faculty meetings, convocations, and commencements.
Serve on and contribute to academic and University-wide committees.
Assist in student recruitment and retention activities throughout the academic year.
Represent the University in professional associations, conferences, or community partnerships related to the faculty member's field.
Perform other duties assigned by the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs or department head in support of the University's mission.

Desired Qualifications

A doctoral degree is preferred.

Full-Time Faculty in Engineering

University of Dubuque · Dubuque, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-11-05

Workplace: on_site

Department: Engineering

Description

This is a unique opportunity for a founding full-time Engineering faculty member to help build and shape a growing program from the ground up. The successful candidate will play a central role in designing and delivering core undergraduate courses—such as design, physics, statics, dynamics, electronics, materials, and thermodynamics—while driving innovation in curriculum, labs, and student experiences. We are seeking an educator who brings energy, creativity, and a passion for mentoring students, and who is excited to develop a forward-looking program aligned with modern engineering practice and industry needs.

We are especially interested in candidates who are enthusiastic builders—educators who bring fresh ideas, a collaborative spirit, and a desire to create meaningful, hands-on learning experiences for students.

Requirements

Primary Responsibilities:

Mission

Engage fully with the University's mission through excellence in teaching and advising, ongoing scholarship and professional development, and active service to the campus and broader community.

Teaching and Advising

Maintain a full-time credit load of 24 credit hours per academic year, in collaboration with the department and the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs (VPAA)
Participate in regular assessment and evaluation to foster continued pedagogical growth
Design and deliver engaging, student-centered learning experiences that inspire curiosity and deepen understanding. Leverage innovative and evidence-based teaching practices to support diverse learners and evolving educational technologies
Advance entrepreneurial-minded learning by inspiring students to think creatively, take initiative, and apply engineering solutions to real-world challenges
Be an active and present member of the campus community by supporting students outside of the classroom during regularly scheduled office hours and mentor and support students as developing engineers through advising, research opportunities, internships, and experiential learning

Scholarship and Professional Development

Pursue an active scholarly or creative agenda appropriate to the discipline and share outcomes through publications, presentations, exhibitions, or performances
Build and maintain a professional portfolio for advancement in rank and tenure
Participate in campus professional development opportunities
Maintain awareness of evolving disciplinary standards and best practices through ongoing professional development and engagement with the broader engineering community

Service

Serve as a key contributor in developing and shaping the program’s curriculum, courses, laboratories, and facilities as part of its ongoing growth and success
Participate in and contribute to all department meetings, faculty meetings, convocations, and commencements
Serve on and contribute to academic and/or University-wide committees
Assist in student recruitment and retention activities throughout the academic year
Represent the University in professional associations, conferences, or community partnerships related to the faculty member's field
Perform other duties as assigned by the VPAA's office or department head in support of the University's Mission

Position Skills and Abilities:

Demonstrate a passion for teaching, mentoring, and contributing to a collaborative and innovative academic environment
Exhibit expertise in the particular academic discipline being taught through completed coursework or qualified experience
Design and apply instructional strategies that actively engage students and support their learning
Communicate and collaborate clearly and effectively with students, staff, and faculty members
Provide timely, constructive feedback on assignments and maintain an active gradebook
Adapt to changes in the educational landscape, such as new technologies and educational standards
Practice professional and collegial behavior, cultural competency, and inclusive approaches in all circumstances

Qualifications:

Graduate degree Required; Doctoral degree Preferred

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