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Title: Assistant/Associate Professor of Engineering Technology
Employee Classification: Associate Professor
Division Name: Academic Affairs
College/Unit: College of Applied Science and Technology
Department: Technology
Campus Location: Normal, IL

Job Summary

The Department of Technology at Illinois State University invites applications for a nine-month, tenure-track position in Engineering Technology with a background in Sustainable & Renewable Energy at the Assistant or Associate Professor level to begin August 16, 2025. A successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate courses in the Engineering Technology and Sustainable & Renewable Energy programs; additional preference will be placed on a candidate who can teach project management at the graduate level. The normal teaching load is nine credit hours per semester (3 courses). Develop a focused agenda of scholarship and grantsmanship appropriate to the discipline and disseminate through peer-reviewed venues. Work closely with faculty and students to develop research skills. Work closely with faculty and staff to develop relationships with industry and external funding for program initiatives. Participate in the re-accreditation process and track student learning outcomes assessments.

Additional Information

Illinois State University, IllinoisState.edu, was founded in 1857 as Illinois’ first public university. We enroll approximately 21,000 students in six colleges. Our new strategic plan, Excellence by Design: 2024-2029, lists our seven core values: Excellence in Teaching, Learning, and Scholarship; Individualized Attention; Equity, Diversity, Access, and Belonging; Collaboration; Community and Civic Engagement; Respect; and Integrity. By acting on these values, we create a learning environment that results in our university being the first-choice public university in Illinois for high-achieving, motivated students who seek an individualized educational experience combined with the resources of a large university. Learn more about Illinois State’s Metrics of Excellence at Illinois State.edu/PointsofPride.

Bloomington-Normal: Illinois State University is located in the growing twin cities of Bloomington and Normal, with a metro population of approximately 172,000. The community is also home to Illinois Wesleyan University, Heartland Community College, St. Joseph Medical Center, Carle BroMenn Medical Center, COUNTRY Financial, State Farm Insurance’s International Headquarters, Central Illinois Regional Airport, and electric truck manufacturer Rivian Motors. The community has distinguished itself for its outstanding school systems, and its citizens’ high level of educational attainment, as well as its parks and recreation, health care, vibrant fine arts scene, job growth, economic opportunity, historic sites, and low crime rates. Bloomington made Livability’s top 100 Best Places to Live (2024) and ranked No. 3 on College Values Online’s list of Best Small College Towns in America (2024). Bloomington-Normal is conveniently located about three hours from Indianapolis; two hours from both Chicago and St. Louis; and an hour from Peoria, Champaign-Urbana, Decatur, and Springfield. Many of these locations are accessible from Bloomington-Normal via Amtrak, which is located one block from Illinois State’s campus. For more information on our community, visit visitbn.org.

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

Commensurate with experience

Required Qualifications

1) Earned doctorate in Engineering, Technology, or closely related field (exceptional A.B.D. candidates will also be considered with an expected completion of their doctoral degree before August 16, 2025.)
2) One or more years of experience in research and/or industry in one of the following areas: electrical applications, renewable energy, energy conversion, technical project management, and other relevant ET/SRE topics.
3) Evidence of conducting research in an area related to Engineering Technology and/or Sustainable & Renewable Energy.
4) For teaching positions, state law mandates demonstrable oral proficiency in the English language as a requirement for this position.

Work Hours

varies

Proposed Starting Date

8/16/2025

Required Applicant Documents

1) Cover letter clearly describing area of experience and fit for the position (maximum two pages).
2) Curriculum vitae
3) Teaching statement (maximum one page)
4) Research statement (maximum one page); and
5) Names and contact details of at least 3 references (name, telephone, email, relationship).

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"

Special Instructions for Applicants

Apply by October 31, 2024

Contact Information for Applicants

If any applicant has questions about the position, please visit https://tec.illinoisstate.edu/ or contact Cindy Wert, Administrative Aide, Department of Technology at clwert@ilstu.edu or 309-438-2119.

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.