Posting Number:

20250007FAC

Job Title:

Assistant/Associate Professor, Engineering Physics

About Murray State:

Murray State blends educational opportunities found at research institutions with collaborative interactions among students, faculty and staff found at smaller universities. Students receive personalized attention from supportive faculty and staff as the University offers a 16:1 student-to-faculty ratio. Murray State University places our highest priority on student learning and excellent teaching, blending the range of educational opportunities often experienced at research institutions with the nurturing student-teacher interactions usually found at smaller universities.

Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University.

About Murray State Benefits:

Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit offerings. Please refer to the Murray State Benefits page for more information.

Equal Opportunity Employment/Diversity Information:

Murray State embraces diversity in the workplace and values attracting, developing and maintaining a diverse, high-quality faculty, staff, and student body. The University endeavors to create and promote a culturally diverse community to be accepting of and sensitive to diversity in its many varied forms. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Murray State University is an equal education and employment opportunity, M/F/D, AA employer.

Type of Employment:

Regular Full-Time

Work Location:

Murray, KY

Employment Term:

Academic Year

Position Type:

Faculty (Tenure-Track)

Department:

School of Engineering

Anticipated Start Date:

August 2025

Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include teaching courses in the support of the EAC/ABET-accredited engineering physics program with tracks in mechanical, electrical, and aerospace engineering or other classes as assigned. The development of a sustainable research and creative activity program involving undergraduate engineering students is critical. This faculty will be expected to develop student-centered teaching skills including the use of modern classroom and course management technologies. Engagement in EAC/ABET accreditation is required. Other responsibilities may include student academic and career advisement, and developing professional industry partners for internship and full-time career opportunities. Development and participation in student recruiting and retention activities are also important.

Minimum Education Requirements:

Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline is required. ABDs with a documented plan of completion by appointment date will be considered.

Preferred Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

Applicants that have passed the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam or a earned a doctorate from an engineering program that is approved by the Kentucky Board of Licensure and Surveyors are encouraged to apply. Work experience as an engineer or engineering teaching experience is preferred.

Note: Rank to be determined based upon the successful candidate’s qualifications.

Pay Plan:

Faculty III

Posting Date:

09/13/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Along with the application, the following items must be included:

• Letter of application
• Curriculum Vitae
• Copies of academic transcripts
• Teaching statement that describes the candidate’s teaching background and interests
• Research statement that describes the development of a sustainable research program in an undergraduate-only program

For best consideration, please submit a completed application along with all required materials by October 14, 2024. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.