Civil Engineering Faculty

Job no : 493380

Work type : Faculty (Full Time)

Location : Marion, IN

Categories : Faculty

Job Title : Civil Engineering Faculty

Unit : IWU-Marion

Department : Division of Mathematics, Engineering & Computer Science

Campus Location : Don Wood Foundation Hall

Summary of Position : Indiana Wesleyan University seeks applications for a Civil Engineering faculty on the Marion, Indiana campus.

This full-time permanent faculty position will join the growing Engineering department educating students pursuing a BSE (Bachelor of Science in Engineering) degree with a specialization in civil, computer, design, electrical, or mechanical engineering.

The ideal candidate will combine engaging teaching with scholarly endeavors, preferably involving undergraduate research.

Expertise is preferred in water resource engineering, geotechnical engineering, environmental engineering, or other relevant specialties complementing the program’s existing strength in structural engineering.

Candidates should have the ability to each courses such as fluid mechanics, geotechnical engineering, urban hydrology, geomatics, heat transfer, and thermodynamics.

Applicants should show evidence of personal faith in Jesus Christ, full agreement with the Wesleyan-Arminian theology, and commitment to liberal arts learning and the integration of Christian faith and learning.

The Division of Mathematics, Engineering and Computer Sciences offers studies in Actuarial Science, Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Mathematics Education, and Statistics and serves approximately 90 students in these academic areas.

Applicants should show commitments to the integration of Christian faith in teaching and practice. Rank and competitive salary based on qualifications.

Starting Fall 2024 pending funding.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Teaching general engineering and discipline-specific engineering courses at all undergraduate levels
• Student mentoring
• Curriculum and laboratory course development and assessment in support of ABET accreditation
• Senior project supervision
• Community and / or industry engagement, and university service
• Scholarship and participation in professional organizations are expected and supported
• Teaching load is 12 credits per semester with some opportunities for scholarship load exchange

Qualifications : According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.

Education

Candidates must have, or be pursuing, a doctorate in engineering, preferably in the field of civil engineering

Experience

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to work with diverse faculty, staff, and students
• Prior undergraduate teaching experience preferred
• Demonstrated ability to manage undergraduate research preferred

Required Skills

• A commitment to teaching excellence within a Christ-centered academic community is essential
• Demonstrates a mature personal faith in Jesus Christ and embraces the theological and lifestyle commitments of the Wesleyan Church
• Possesses the interpersonal qualities and skills to work effectively as a member of the Indiana Wesleyan University Natural Sciences faculty
• Willingness to learn and use our online course management system
• Willingness to learn new instructional strategies and techniques
• Skills for evaluation of the impact of teaching on the teaching-learning process and implementation of modifications as appropriate
• Skills in interpreting and acting upon recommendations identified in course and program evaluation

Diversity Statement

IWU commits to create a community that reflects kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment that exhibits honor, respect, and dignity.

Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member’s earthly and eternal worth.

We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.

S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Advertised : 26 Sep 2023 US Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close : 21 Jul 2024 US Eastern Daylight Time