University of Akron

Assistant Professor, Practice, Civil Engineering

Akron, OH, US

Remote
Full-time
20 days ago
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Summary

Subject to Collective Bargaining Agreement Requirements Responsibilities This is a full-time non-tenure-track position in the ANSAC of ABET accredited Surveying and Mapping program at the Assistant Professor of Practice rank. The primary focus of this position is teaching and preparing students for professional careers. The selected candidate will develop, revise and deliver lecture and laboratory courses in surveying, mapping, GIS, and other geospatial sciences at the undergraduate level to day and evening students. Additional duties include updating and maintaining laboratories and equipment, maintaining technical currency, actively participating in university, college, department, and program committee work, student recruitment and advisement, ongoing course and program outcome assessments for accreditation, building relationships with industry, and other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications * Bachelor of Science degree in surveying or a closely related field * Professional Surveyor License in the United States * Five years of relevant, verifiable industrial experience as a Professional Surveyor. Other qualifications and experience may be considered as a replacement for experience as a Professional Surveyor. * Relevant teaching experience * Outstanding written and verbal communication skills * Ability to teach courses in a wide variety of geospatial areas Preferred Qualifications * Master of Science degree in surveying or a closely related field * Experience with ANSAC of ABET accreditation process * Experience with curriculum and program management * Ability to teach using an online environment * Familiarity with software applications such as Carlson Survey, Civil 3D, Pix4D, Leica Cyclone & Infinity, Topcon Magnet Field and ESRI ArcGIS * Familiarity with current industry hardware such as total stations, digital levels, scanners, unmanned aerial systems, and GNSS receivers * Enthusiasm for promoting the profession Additional Position Information: Application Instructions: In order to be considered for this position, please attach the necessary documents (Cover Letter, CV, Teaching statement). Any application materials that are requested beyond the CV can be uploaded in the Application Questions 2 of 2 section. Application Deadline.Review of applications will begin on April 30th, 2025. Applications will be accepted through June 30, 2025 Compensation: The compensation for this position is commensurate with experience and qualifications. FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt): United States of America (Exempt) Union Affiliation (if applicable): American Association of University Professors For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed: Iron Bones Email: [email protected] ________________________________________________________________________ Background Check Statement The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search. Non-Discrimination Statement The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. State of Residence Statement It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.

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