Adjunct Faculty - AG Engineering - T Dunbar

Faculty - Non-Tenure

No

Temporary (Fixed Term)

No

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

The Agriculture Department at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff seeks applicants for Adjunct Faculty position in Agricultural Engineering. Must have good written and verbal communication skills, ability to work independently or as part of a team, make decisions in a timely manner, and cultivate a good working relationship with co-workers.

Applicants must be a certified professional engineer (P.E.) or demonstrate the ability to qualify for a P.E. in Arkansas. And should have experience and qualifications to be able to facilitate and coordinate activities required for ABET accreditation of the agricultural engineering program.

The successful candidate will teach AGEN 1101 Orientation to Agricultural Engineering. He/she should have a through and broad understanding of modern equipment used in the construction, agricultural and energy industries.

The successful candidate should be able to challenge students’ creative minds to develop and improve the next generation of agricultural equipment, agricultural machinery, construction equipment, power trains, hydraulics and agricultural mechanics.

The successful candidate will also be expected to participate in curriculum development, student advisement, internship supervision, industry collaboration, student recruitment, assessment, and the development and delivery of industry training programs. Expectations also include engagement in scholarship, grant writing, campus governance and other service. The successful applicant must have a strong interest in higher education and be enthusiastic about creating an educational environment that is innovative and inspiring to students in the classroom and in the field.


FUNCTIONS

Teaching responsibilities will include: 1) Teaching undergraduates and 2) Other work/responsibilities as assigned by the departmental supervisors.

Minimum Qualifications

Background and Experience in Agricultural Engineering

Post-Doctoral and Teaching Experience

No Background Check Required

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment.  The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check.  Required checks are identified in the position listing.  A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position.  Background check information will be used in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law. 

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff commits itself to policies of affirmative action and diversity with respect to both employment opportunities and program participation.  The Division complies with these policies not merely because of legal requirements, but because we believe that such practices are basic to human dignity.  As such, the Division welcomes all applicants to apply without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.  Candidates must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.  All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Commensurate with education and experience

None

Dr. Tracy Dunbar, AG Dept. Chair, phone: 870-575-7142, email: dunbart@uapb.edu

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking

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