INSTRUCTOR, 44872
- Employer
- University of Missouri Kansas City
- Location
- Missouri, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Sep 24, 2021
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Science, Technology & Mathematics, Computer Sciences & Technology, Engineering
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Job Details
Hiring Department
Computer Science Electrical Engineering
Job Description
The Computer Science Electrical Engineering department is seeking applicants for a (benefit eligible) non-tenure track faculty position.
This Instructor will teach 4 courses per semester with an enrollment projection of 60 students per section.
The ideal candidates will have expertise in teaching courses in the following areas: Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Programming for Robotics, Computer Resource and IT Infrastructure Management, Engineering Graphics, Networking, Web Programming, and Statistical Learning.
The CSEE department and the School of Computing and Engineering (SCE) are committed to providing applied and career-oriented learning experiences to the undergraduate students. A candidate with prior industrial or entrepreneurial experiences would be preferred to facilitate project-based teaching.
The successful candidate will be expected to 1) have a strong commitment to quality undergraduate / graduate engineering education; 2) teach courses in the undergraduate / graduate CSEE program; 3) maintain an outstanding record of education and professional leadership; 4) engage in department, school, and/or university service activities appropriate to the position and 5) advance the goals and strategic plan of SCE and UMKC.
The CSEE department offers BS degrees (ABET accredited), MS degrees and participates in UMKC's PhD programs. More information about SCE and the CSEE department can be found at https://sce.umkc.edu . UMKC is located in the heart of Kansas City, a world-class engineering hub that is enriching educational partnerships for SCE students and faculty.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must hold a Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.
Preferred Qualifications
Full-time
Application Deadline
This position will remain open until filled.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America. For more information, call the Vice Chancellor - Human Resources at 816-235-1621.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties and functions of this job. If you believe you may have difficulty performing any of the duties or functions of this job, please contact the Office of Affirmative Action at (816) 235-1323.
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Company
The University of Missouri-Kansas City, one of four universities of the University of Missouri System (UM System), is a doctoral research-intensive public university offering traditional and interdisciplinary programs. The University is designated as a high research activity university by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education and is home to 13 colleges and schools; indeed, few urban universities have the depth and breadth of disciplines (ranging from medicine to the performing arts) offered at UMKC. The University enrolls more than 16,000 students, coming from 48 states and more than 95 countries, in more than 125 academic areas. The student population includes 47% undergraduates, 31% graduates and 22% dual-enrolled HS students. Providing a stimulating classroom experience is paramount at UMKC. The institution’s diverse and international faculty hold doctorates or the highest degree in their field at an impressive 83%. UMKC has earned national and international recognition for the quality of its faculty, students, research and community leadership.
UMKC VISION
UMKC aspires to be an exemplary public urban research university of the 21st century, pursuing excellence as a human-centric learning and discovery community, fostering equity, diversity and inclusion to enrich the lives of the people and region we serve.
MISSION STATEMENT
As an urban research university, our mission at the University of Missouri-Kansas City is to promote learning through the discovery, preservation, and dissemination of knowledge of public value across a broad spectrum of disciplines and fields of study. UMKC celebrates the individual and embodies diversity and inclusion by intertwining these goals with innovation to enable transformational impact aimed at bringing cultural, social, health, and economic prosperity to the metropolitan, regional and global communities we serve.
KANSAS CITY INFORMATION
The University is located in a Kansas City metropolitan area that is among the most entrepreneurial cities in America with a population of more than 2.4 million and a diverse portfolio of industries and businesses. Home to a diverse base of corporate centers, high-tech firms and prominent non-profits, Kansas City is an inspiring example of 21st century economic transformation, with UMKC sitting at its heart. From thriving corporate headquarters such Garmin to tech startups such as ZOLOZ and ShotTracker, KC’s business community is strong.
Kansas City offers the best of both worlds—a vibrant, urban community with Midwestern appeal. The city’s rich history and its modern-day, innovative thinking come together to create an eclectic group of neighborhoods that offer a little something for everyone. From thriving arts districts, an energetic downtown nightlife, casual to upscale shopping and champion sports teams, you will have no problem making yourself at home. Of course, one of Kansas City’s biggest claims to fame is its food, especially its world-famous barbecue. Foodies will delight in the culinary scene found throughout the city. Ranging from award-winning chefs to cozy pizza joints, Kansas City definitely is not lacking any flavor.
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