Assistant Professor of Practice - Bioengineering

Lubbock

32018BR

Engineering

Position Description

Contributes to the university's mission through teaching in an area of expertise, mentoring students in professional and career preparation and serving as liaison with professional contacts and entities on behalf of the department or program.

Major/Essential Functions

Whitacre College of Engineering invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Practice position in Bioengineering. The expected starting date is June 1, 2023. Applicant must have a Ph.D. in Bioengineering or a related field. Candidates with a Ph.D. in an engineering discipline with research experience in bioengineering are also encouraged to apply. Successful candidates are expected to teach graduate level courses in the areas of engineering mathematics and bioengineering and provide training to graduate students in the skills of problem identification, literature search, critical and creative thinking, technical writing, and oral presentation. Experience working with diverse student populations and first-generation students is highly desirable. We encourage and foster team spirit and cooperation within multiple departments as well as across colleges.

Organization

Texas Tech University

Required Qualifications

Normally, a master's degree in the discipline or the substantiated equivalent in professional experience of ten (10) years or more.

Preferred Qualifications

PhD in Bioengineering or related field

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

The application process requires uploading a detailed CV, a statement of teaching interests and philosophy, and the contact information of at least three references. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, with those received prior to March 1, 2023, assured full consideration.

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV, Teaching Philosophy

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Shift

Day

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

NonTenure track

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Salary Grade

800