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ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF PHYSICS AND ENGINEERING

Employer
North Park University
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Salary
Commensurate with experience

Job Details

Position Summary/Purpose:

The College of Arts and Sciences at North Park University seeks applications for a full-time tenure-track position in the Department of Physics and Engineering at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin in August 2019. Spurred by growth in the new Mechanical Engineering program launched in 2017, the department is seeking a candidate who will contribute to the development of the program as it seeks ABET accreditation.

The successful candidate will teach 24 semester hours per year in engineering or general physics based on their qualifications and needs of the department. Additional responsibilities include advising and mentoring undergraduate students, implementation of a scholarly agenda, and participation in university-wide service. Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Essential Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
  • Commitment to undergraduate education that focuses on relationships with industry.
  • Evidence of a professional practice of engineering.
  • Possess a clear understanding of and personal commitment to North Park University’s mission of Christian higher education.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Licensure as a Professional Engineer.
  • Experience in the areas of product design, mechanics, fluid mechanics, or controls.
  • Experience using machine shop tools in teaching will be an advantage.
  • Active participation in industry organizations.

Effective Date: August 2019 (Nine-month position)

Application Instructions:

In order to be considered for this position, please send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, 3 letters of recommendation, and statement of teaching philosophy to:

Dr. George Quainoo, Ph.D. – Search Chair

North Park University

3225 W. Foster Ave.

Box 57

Chicago, IL 60625

gkquainoo@northpark.edu

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled with full consideration given to those who apply by March 1st.

About North Park:

Founded in 1891, North Park University is a Christian university of over 3,200 students from around the country and world. The institution is owned by the Evangelical Covenant Church and seeks applicants for employment with a personal commitment to ethnic diversity, the city, and our mission of Christian higher education. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage underrepresented groups to apply.

Organization

Working at North Park University 

Located on the North side of Chicago, North Park University is a comprehensive and Christian liberal arts university that serves nearly 3,200 undergraduate and graduate students from around the country and the world. Within a diverse, close-knit, urban community, North Park offers more than 40 undergraduate majors8 bachelor’s degree-completion majors19 master’s degrees, and more than 30 graduate-level certificate programs for continuing professional education. By integrating faith with learning—as it has done since its founding in 1891—North Park University continues to focus on the important task of preparing students for lives of significance and service.

North Park has consistently ranked in the top tier of Midwest regional universities, according to U.S. News & World Report, and has been ranked among the top 50 Christian colleges and Universities by collegechoice.net. We consistently produce Fulbright award-winning students and faculty. Institutional accreditation at North Park University is provided by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).

Our campus is a blend of urban life, open spaces, and modern academic resources. Situated in the North Park and Albany Park neighborhoods of the city, the University makes its home in one of the most ethnically diverse communities of the country. Through engaging our neighborhood and city, we enrich our campus life and build important connections to the diverse people of Chicago whose roots extend around the globe.

As an employer, North Park offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including tuition benefits for employees and their spouses/dependents. The University welcomes faculty and staff professing the Christian faith, from a wide range of traditions, and is committed to building a diverse, collegial, and supportive academic atmosphere.

More facts about North Park University in Chicago:

  • 6 schools offering professional graduate programs: 19 master's degrees and 35 graduate-level certificate programs
  • 116 full-time faculty; 85% with terminal degrees
  • More than 750 total faculty and staff members (Full and part-time)
  • 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio
Company info
Website
Telephone
773-244-5275
Location
3225 W Foster Ave
Chicago
IL
60625
US

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