Assistant Professor of Instruction in Applied Engineering - Higher Education Jobs, University Jobs, HigherEd Jobs

Job description

Job Type: Full timeJob Number: JR1103

Location: Main Campus

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Full Consideration Date:
5/1/2026

Job Description:

The University of Northern Iowa’s Department of Applied Engineering seeks applications for an Assistant Professor of Instruction in Applied Engineering position, starting August 2026. Courses taught may include: Circuits and Systems, Analog Electronics, Digital Electronics, Linear Control Systems, PLCs, Electronic Communications, Digital Signal Processing, and other courses as assigned. This position also works with a university in China to deliver courses face to face in China; and also has corresponding committee work and assisting with student activities.

Required Qualifications:

Doctorate or foreign equivalent in Computer or Electrical Engineering/Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology or related field; demonstrated ability to teach electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology courses at the university or community college level as shown by a seminar presentation, interview, and/or experience; and willingness to travel to China 25% of the academic year to teach a course in English as part of a partnership program required.

Position Details:

Job Category: Faculty

Service Schedule: Academic Year

For more information, please contact Stewart Carter, Search Committee Chair, at [email protected]. Pre-employment background checks required.

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How to apply

All application materials received by May 1, 2026, will be given full consideration. To apply for this position, please click here and complete the Employment Application. The following materials must be attached when applying:

1) Curriculum Vita

2) Cover Letter

You will be presented with the opportunity to attach multiple documents when completing the application. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL required materials listed above have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes. If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected] or call 319-273-2422.