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Title: Assistant Professor, Engineering and Technology

Position Type: Fulltime Faculty

Search Type: Tenure Track - 30 days

Department: 21R000 - Science, Tech, Engineering & Math

Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Non-Driver

FLSA: Exempt

Schedule Type:  Full Time (37.5 hrs per week or more)

Hours Per Week: 37.5

Additional Schedule Details:

Posted Salary Grade: Faculty Full Time - 01

Retirement:   KTRS 

Contact Person: Dr. Nilesh Joshi

Job Summary/Basic Functions

The Department of Engineering and Technology at Eastern Kentucky University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor for Academic Year 2025-2026. Applicants should hold an earned Ph.D. in mechanical / manufacturing / industrial / mechatronics Engineering or a related field from an accredited institution at the time of appointment. ABD applicants may be considered but must have a Ph.D. (verified by official transcripts) at the time of appointment. The position begins August 2025.

Candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas are encouraged to apply: industrial and manufacturing processes, quality control and optimization, automation and robotics, mechatronics, materials science, engineering design, or solid/fluid mechanics. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in a 4/4 annual teaching load, develop and maintain an active scholarly agenda, conduct academic advising, and participate in service to the department, university, and community. In addition, membership and participation in state, regional, national, or international professional organizations is recommended.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Earned Ph.D. in mechanical / manufacturing / industrial / mechatronics Engineering or a related field from an accredited institution at the time of appointment. ABD applicants may be considered but must have a Ph.D. (verified by official transcripts) at the time of appointment.

Experience:

Licensure & Certifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise and enthusiasm for teaching, scholarship, and service. Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and a strong commitment to high-quality undergraduate instruction are highly desirable. The ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to a positive and productive working environment is also valued.

Job Duties:

• 80% - Teaching minimum 12 credit hours per semester (typically 4-classes per semester) - (Essential)
• 10% - Scholarly work in one or more of the three Boyer-Model areas (Application, Pedagogy, Discovery). - (Essential)
• 10% - Service to University, College, Department, and Community as appropriate - (Essential)

Sponsorship: This position may be considered for visa sponsorship.

Funding Source: Institutional

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions: Applicant documents include:
• Cover Letter
• Vitae
• Teaching Philosophy
• Statement of Research
• Copies of unofficial transcripts
• Contact Information for 3 Professional References

EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory background check.