Faculty -Electrical/Computer Engineering

Job title : Faculty -Electrical/Computer Engineering

Client : Educational Industry

Duration : Full Time

Location : Minneapolis, MN 55403

Description:

Position Overview

The faculty member is responsible for excellence in teaching, contributing to the undergraduate educational mission of the College. Primary teaching responsibilities will be in the area of Computer Engineering and Electrical Engineering. This faculty position is responsible for the teaching and learning process with a focus on continuous improvement, in an environment in which students can accomplish the learning objectives of the course of instruction, as well as working with School of Engineering faculty and administration. The faculty member teaches and plans with innovation and uses a diversity of teaching methods and multidisciplinary collaborations with academic departments and units across the College. Results of instruction are shown with students being able to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, ethics, and use of proper tools to meet industry needs. The School of Engineering utilizes a project integrated teaching model.

Position Responsibilities

• Effectively deliver and innovate Computer Engineering and Electrical Engineering curricula
• Effectively collaborate with School of Engineering colleagues
• Facilitate learning activities so that students learn the principles, theory, skills, and work ethic necessary to become proficient in appropriate entry level positions
• Create a positive learning environment
• Support monitoring, assessing, and advising learners
• Use current academic and industry practices in assigned courses of instruction
• Support the development and upgrade of lesson material/training aids and upkeep of equipment within assigned course of instruction
• Assist in the recruitment and placement of learners
• Participate in industry and/or professional organizations in order to maintain and enhance program health and academic integrity
• Support the process of evolving laboratory experiences and recommend new equipment purchases within assigned program
• Participate in industry Program Advisory Committee (PAC) to monitor and assess curriculum, budgets, and equipment needs
• Support curriculum development with School of Engineering programs
• Maintain currency and relevance in the field
• Other duties as assigned

Core Competencies:

• Strategic Skills: Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level. Makes good decisions. Provides sound advice and problem solution. Provides honest and in-depth analysis on problems and issues.
• Operating Skills: Makes decisions in a timely manner. Accepts responsibility for tasks and meets objectives and measures. Documents process, progress, and results. Is committed to continuous improvement. Works toward the most efficient and effective work processes.
• Courage: Has difficult conversations as necessary. Faces up to people problems on any person or situations quickly and directly.
• Energy and Drive: Is action oriented and full of energy for challenging tasks/issues. Is constantly and consistently one of the top performers. Steadfastly pushes self and others for results.
• Organizational Positioning Skills: Can maneuver through complex situations effectively and quietly. Is sensitive to how people and organization's function. Anticipates where problems may arise and plans his/her approach accordingly.
• Personal/Interpersonal Skills: Relates well to all kinds of people. Builds constructive and effective relationships. Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers. Supports equal and fair treatment and opportunity for all. Adheres to Dunwoody's core values. Is widely trusted - Keeps confidences and admits mistakes. Practices attentive and active listening. Is personally committed to and actively works to continuously improve him/herself.

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or closely related major OR
• Any master's degree or higher and a minimum of 18 graduate credits in the subject they will be teaching OR
• Any master's degree or higher AND professional licensure
• 3+ years of recent and relevant professional technical experience

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