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Assistant Clinical Professor

College Park, MD · On-site

$55K - $85K/yr

Summary FIRE Assistant Clinical Professor The Office of the Provost and Senior Vice President and the Office of Undergraduate Research seek full-time 12-month Assistant Clinical Professors to lead ...

City of Palm Bay

Assistant Fire Chief

Palm Bay, FL · On-site

$83K - $137K/yr

Must have a current State of Florida Fire Officer I, State of Florida Paramedic Certification or ... research and development of plans for acquisition of equipment, training and/or staffing to ...

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Fire and Evidence Technician

Lakewood, WA · On-site

$27 - $29/hr

To assist Fire Investigators and Engineers with fire events to determine origin, cause and ... Conducts research and testing as necessary. * Prepares written reports, adequately reporting ...

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Fire and Evidence Technician

Lakewood, WA · On-site

$40K - $54K/yr

To assist Fire Investigators and Engineers with fire events to determine origin, cause and ... Conducts research and testing as necessary. * Prepares written reports, adequately reporting ...

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What is the difference between Assistant Fire Research vs Fire Safety Technician?

AspectAssistant Fire ResearchFire Safety Technician
Required CredentialsAssociate's or Bachelor's in Fire Science or related fieldCertification in fire safety or related training, often with similar educational background
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, fire testing facilities, field studiesInspection sites, safety audits, compliance checks
Employer & Industry UsageResearch institutions, government agencies, fire departmentsPrivate companies, fire safety consulting firms, government agencies
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for entry-level research roles in fire scienceCompared for safety compliance and inspection roles

Assistant Fire Research focuses on supporting fire research projects, testing, and data analysis within labs or field studies. Fire Safety Technicians primarily conduct safety inspections, ensure compliance, and implement safety measures. While both roles require fire science knowledge, Assistant Fire Research emphasizes research activities, whereas Fire Safety Technicians focus on safety enforcement and compliance.

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Assistant Clinical Professor

Umd

College Park, MD • On-site

$55K - $85K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 25 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Lead the development and implementation of research-related curriculum and protocols for the FIRE research stream.

  • Mentor students academically, professionally, and in research activities, including overseeing student progress and research operations.

  • Collaborate with faculty and peer mentors to design and execute the research agenda and ensure an effective educational experience.

Job description

Job Description SummaryFIRE Assistant Clinical Professor
The Office of the Provost and Senior Vice President and the Office of Undergraduate Research seek full-time 12-month Assistant Clinical Professors to lead newly developed FIRE research streams designed around the research experience, passions, and goals of applicants.
We seek individuals from any of the following disciplines:
Natural Sciences: Biochemistry, Biology, Cellular Biology, Chemistry, Ecology, Environmental Science, Geology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Neuroscience, Virology, and all similar and related disciplines.
Social Science & Humanities: Psychology, Economics, Education, Geography, History, Political Science, Sociology, Communications, History, Music, Gender Studies, and all related disciplines.
Technology & Applied Sciences: Computer Science, Engineering, Information & Data Science, Geographical Information Systems, Physics, Astronomy, Atmospheric Sciences, Computational Chemistry & Biochemistry, Computational Biology & Bioinformatics, and all related disciplines.
Specific Opportunity to Continue Existing FIRE Stream: We seek an individual to lead the existing, highly successful FIRE Computing & Society research stream.
FIRE Faculty Leader Position Description
FIRE Assistant Clinical Professors design and implement the group research agenda and are responsible for all research-related curriculum, instruction, and broad student mentorship. The position empowers early-career faculty members to grow as research leaders, educators, mentors, and higher education professionals. FIRE Assistant Clinical Professors work in collaboration with department-based UMD faculty members to design and implement the research agenda of a new FIRE research stream. As the lead instructor of research-related FIRE courses, the FIRE Assistant Clinical Professors are tasked with providing an excellent educational experience through the development of a research-centered curriculum that allows for iteration: students engage in work that includes periods of uncertainty, setbacks, and unexpected outcomes, and have the opportunity to repeat unsuccessful methodological attempts. As the professional who works with FIRE-participating students, FIRE Assistant Clinical Professors provide personal, academic, research, and professional mentorship.Additional Job Details

Appointment Details

Appointments will start in August of 2026 or January 2027 and run through December 2027, with strong potential for annual renewals in January 2028, per positive performance reviews.

Expectations of Position

  • Ability to lead undergraduate peer mentors through communication and management.

  • Ability to develop curriculum and protocols for research-based inquiry.

  • Ability to effectively teach undergraduate students in lecture and research-based environments.

  • Ability to mentor students from research, academic, and personal perspectives.

  • Ability to assess student learning through the development of formative and summative assessments appropriate for inquiry-based instruction.

  • Ability to manage research operations, including student progress, equipment, consumables, and oversight of the fiscal budget.

  • Ability to effectively communicate with stream faculty members, undergraduate peer mentors, students, and institutional colleagues.

  • Ability to problem-solve, prioritize, and manage multiple projects and timelines.

  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate clearly and effectively while working autonomously and collaboratively.

  • Flexibility to grow, adapt, and change as FIRE develops at UMD.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Ph.D. (title: Assistant Clinical Professor) or Master's (title: Lecturer) degree.

  • Active Research interests and goals.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Research leadership experience.

  • Experience working on funded research projects.

  • Prior supervisory experience of undergraduate researchers.

  • Record of success in presenting research at conferences and/or publishing research in peer-reviewed journals.

  • At least one year of experience in teaching undergraduate students (either as the instructor of record or as a teaching assistant).

  • At least one year of research team experience with substantial project management experience and organizational skills.

Visa Sponsorship Information

  • OUR will not sponsor the successful candidate for work authorization in the United States now or in the future.

  • F1 STEM OPT support is not available for this position.

Required Application Materials

  • Cover Letter

  • CV

  • List of Three References

Best Consideration Date: May 11, 2026

Posting Close Date: N/A

Open Until Filled: Yes

Financial Disclosure RequiredNo

For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website.

DepartmentSVPAAP-Office of Undergraduate ResearchWorker Sub-Type Faculty RegularSalary Range$55,000 - $85,000 commensurate with experience and discipline
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Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regardingdisclosablebackground checkinformation. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

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