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Position Title:
Assistant, Associate or Full Professor - Engineering and Engineering Technology
Job Category:
Faculty
Employment Type:
Regular
Job Profile:
Assistant Professor
Job Duties:
The Engineering and Engineering Technology unit in the School of STEM at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh (UWO) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position beginning Fall 2027. UWO is seeking outstanding candidates who can excel in teaching and conduct impactful research. This tenure-track faculty position will involve teaching courses in robotics, mechatronics, autonomous systems, AI, and related fields. As a new faculty in this area, the successful candidate will have a tremendous opportunity to shape the program and exert leadership in a collegial and growing department.
A regional comprehensive university committed to the teacher/scholar model; the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh is part of the robust Universities of Wisconsin system - one of the largest systems of public higher education in the country. UW Oshkosh proudly serves the northeast Fox valley region in Wisconsin with an annual on- and off-campus enrollment of nearly 10,000. An emphasis in teaching excellence is the hallmark of all Universities of Wisconsin campuses. We are committed to delivering a high-quality education and a strong foundation for those who wish to pursue professional, occupational, and advanced academic degrees. Our students are a mix of traditional and non-traditional age, including many first-generation college students.
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Key Job Responsibilities:
Contribute to professional service activities at the department, campus, and national level
Establish an active research program
Teach courses as required in the Department of Engineering and Engineering Technology
Department:
School of STEM
Compensation:
Starting at $80,000 and commensurate with experience
Required Qualifications:
Doctorate in electrical engineering or related discipline, earned by start date.
Preferred Qualifications:
Evidence of ability to develop and teach courses in robotics, mechatronics, autonomous systems, AI, or related fields.
At least one semester of teaching experience at the college or university level (as instructor or comparable role).
Evidence of industrial collaboration, student mentorship or outreach engagement.
How to Apply:
Applicants must submit the following documents using the online application:
Letter of application (i.e. cover letter)
Brief statement of teaching philosophy
Brief statement of research or professional development plans
Curriculum Vitae
List of 3 professional references who may be contacted for letters of recommendation (at least one from the candidate's current institution)
Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended (official or copy)
If you have any issues uploading documents, please reach out to the HR Office at recruitment@uwosh.edu.
*Please use your application materials to speak to each of the qualifications for this position as listed above. Be sure to describe your relevant experience and areas of expertise, using specific examples from your work and education history. Applicants…