Industrial Engineering

Faculty Position FY24-009
July 26 2023

Position Title
Full-time Instructor

Hiring Unit
Industrial Engineering  

Job Description/Responsibilities
The Department of Industrial Engineering (IE) at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for a full-time instructor position, non-tenure track. As part of the SIUE School of Engineering, the Department offers an ABET-accredited B.S. degree program, and a graduate program with both M.S. and Ph.D. degrees.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are inclusion are core values of SIUE and reflected in the institutional commitment to inclusive Excellence. The School of Engineering is committed to attracting, supporting, and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds, particularly candidates from underrepresented groups in STEM such as women instructors and instructors of color. SIUE instructors are encouraged to contribute to inclusive excellence in both the academic community and region through teaching and service. The department is seeking dedicated individuals who possess a commitment to excellence in both undergraduate and graduate education. The full-time instructor position will require the successful candidate to teach a total of four courses (12 credit hours) during the spring semester and an additional four courses (12 credit hours) during the fall semester.

 Minimum Qualifications

• M.S. or equivalent degree in Industrial Engineering or related engineering disciplines, along with relevant industrial experience.
• All applicants must demonstrate their interest and experience in teaching a diverse range of subjects catering to both undergraduate and graduate students.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with students, colleagues, and industry partners.
• A commitment to inclusive and innovative teaching methods and a passion for student success.
• Strong commitment to professional development and ongoing improvement of teaching skills.

• Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Industrial Engineering or related engineering disciplines. ABD candidates may be considered.
• Teaching experience in higher education.
• Experience in curriculum development and course design, including online and hybrid course delivery methods.

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville nurtures an open, respectful, and welcoming climate that facilitates learning and work. SIUE is committed to education that explores the historic significance of diversity in order to understand the present and to better enable our community to engage the future. Integral to this commitment, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville strives for a student body and a workforce that is both diverse and inclusive. We strongly encourage candidates from historically underrepresented groups, including women, members of racially minoritized groups, and individuals with disabilities, to apply.  For more on our State of Diversity, visit SIUE Mission, Goals and Plans  

Terms of Appointment
The salary of the full-time instructor will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate instruction and university and public service. Candidates for this position will be expected to be student-centered and demonstrate a commitment to promoting experiential learning. The position is expected to begin Spring 2024.

Source of Funds
State 

Salary
$65,000-$80,000

Application Process
The application should include a cover letter, a list of the full contact for three references, a CV, unofficial transcripts of all collegiate work and two statements (two pages per statement): (1) a teaching statement; and (2) a statement of contributions to diversity in teaching in one PDF format via email to [email protected]. Questions should be directed to the Chair of Full-Time Instructor Search Committee 2023 (Dr. Xin Chen; [email protected]; 618-650-2853), Department of Industrial Engineering, SIUE, Edwardsville, IL 62026-1805 To receive full consideration, application materials must be received by October 13th, 2023.

Application Deadline
All application materials must be received by October 13th, 2023. The position will remain open until the position is filled.

SIUE is a state university - benefits under state sponsored plans may not be available to holders of F1 or J1 visas. The applicant must possess a valid work permit for this position. Applicants will be subject to a background check prior to an offer of employment. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status. 

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Acts (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, please call 618-650-2190 or email [email protected].

The SIUE Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.siue.edu/police/cleary-act-forms/ . The report contains campus safety and security information, crime statistics, fire safety policies, and fire statistics for the previous three calendar years. This report is published in compliance with Federal law, titled the “Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act” and the Higher Education Opportunity Act also known as the “Campus Fire Safety Right to Know.” For those without computer access, a paper copy of the report may be obtained, with a 24-hour notice, from the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Administration, Rendleman Hall, Room 2228, 618-650-2536.

Dual Career Support for New Faculty
The Career Development Center has partnered with SIUE's Toward an Inclusive Model of Excellence project to provide a variety of career services and resources to partners of new faculty who have relocated to the Greater St. Louis area. Support for this initiative was provided by the National Science Foundation (NSF) through Award 1936141. Outlined below is a specific list of career services and resources available to help you on your career journey. Individuals are eligible to receive a maximum of three, one-hour appointments.  Visit them online at: https://www.siue.edu/career-development-center/faculty/NSF-Advance-GrantLanding.shtml