Summary:
The University of Illinois Springfield invites applications for up to three inaugural tenure-track faculty positions (Assistant or Associate Professor, preferred start date January 1, 2027 and latest start date August 16, 2027) in Engineering Technology to launch the Bachelor of Applied Science in Engineering Technology (BAS-ET), beginning Fall 2027. These positions will form the founding faculty cohort and will collectively deliver the core curriculum, establish the work-based learning sequence…
with regional employers, and prepare for ABET ETAC accreditation. We are seeking candidates whose expertise spans applied engineering technology. The final composition of the cohort will be shaped by the strength of the applicant pool, with the goal of assembling a team that collectively covers the program's instructional needs. Preferred areas of expertise include automation, robotics, and industrial controls; engineering design, CAD/CAM, and manufacturing systems; systems integration, project management, and applied engineering practice; materials, measurement, and quality systems; and work-based learning coordination and industry partnership development. Significant industry experience is strongly preferred.
These are full-time on-campus tenure-track academic appointments. UIS tenure-system faculty are expected to be available and engaged in the university community, with assigned professional responsibilities for teaching, scholarship, and service.
A mix of tenure-system and non-tenure system faculty may comprise this cohort. View the clinical faculty posting: https://uis.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/1288?c=uis
Visa sponsorship is not available for these positions.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Teaching: Faculty will deliver core coursework in the Bachelor of Applied Science in Engineering Technology. Teaching assignments will be determined based on each faculty member's expertise and the collective needs of the founding cohort.
Scholarship: Faculty are expected to develop an active program of applied research or scholarly activity appropriate to the discipline of engineering technology. This may include industry-sponsored applied research projects with regional partners; design, development, and evaluation of work-based learning pedagogy and assessment models; scholarship of teaching and learning in engineering technology education; workforce development research in collaboration with employer and community college partners; and contributions to professional societies such as ASEE or ABET. Given the applied nature of the program, scholarship that bridges academic inquiry and industry practice is especially valued. The expectation is that scholarly activity will be productive and sustained, consistent with the standards for tenure and promotion at UIS, while recognizing that the early years of a new program will require significant effort in curriculum development, accreditation preparation, and partnership building.
Service: All faculty are expected to contribute to the development and growth of the BAS-ET program and the School of Applied Engineering through active participation in program-level, college-level, and university service. Service responsibilities include participation in the program's industry advisory board, including development and maintenance of employer relationships for work-based learning placements; community college partnership development, including articulation agreement planning and transfer pathway coordination; ABET ETAC accreditation preparation, self-study documentation, and continuous improvement processes; K-12 pipeline engagement, including support for the techX dual-credit program at the Capital Area Career Center; student recruitment activities, including prospective student outreach, campus visit participation, and community college advising events; and standard college and university committee service as assigned. In the program's early years, service will be weighted toward accreditation preparation and partnership development. As the program matures, faculty service responsibilities will normalize to reflect the standard expectations across the college and university committee service as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Doctoral degree in engineering, engineering technology, engineering education, manufacturing, applied science, or a closely related STEM discipline (ABD considered with expected completion within one year of start date)
Professional experience in an engineering, manufacturing, automation, construction, infrastructure, or related technical industry
Demonstrated ability or potential to teach in applied, hands-on, lab-intensive learning environments
Record of or clear potential for applied research, scholarship, or creative activity appropriate to rank
Commitment to work-based learning and employer-integrated education
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with ABET-accredited programs or accreditation processes
Experience with community college transfer student populations
Experience designing or coordinating cooperative education, internship, or work-based learning programs
Record of industry-sponsored projects, applied research, or scholarship of teaching and learning
Expertise in one or more: automation, robotics, and industrial controls; engineering design, CAD/CAM, and manufacturing systems; systems integration and project management; materials, measurement, and quality systems
Application deadline: 10/19/2026
Nine-month salary: $110-130,000
Application instructions: Click the "Apply Now" button at the top or bottom of the posting, create or update your profile, complete the online application, and upload 1) cover letter addressing the required and preferred qualifications, including which of the program's instructional areas the candidate is prepared to teach and their interest in a founding-faculty role, 2) curriculum vitae or resume, including professional industry experience, 3) statement of teaching philosophy, addressing applied, hands-on, lab-intensive instruction and experience with student populations such as transfer students and working adults, 4) statement of applied research/scholarship interests, and 5) unofficial graduate transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire). . Contact information for professional references will be requested later in the search process. Formal review of applications will begin soon after application deadline and continue until the position is filled or the search is terminated.
About UIS: Located in the state capital, the University of Illinois Springfield is one of three members of the University of Illinois system. The University serves approximately 4,000 students in 60 undergraduate programs of study, 41 minors, 44 graduate programs of study, 1 doctorate, 43 graduate certificates, coursework that leads to 8 ISBE endorsements. The academic curriculum offers students a strong liberal arts core, a wide range of professional programs, and close faculty interaction. Making the most of its location in the state capital, UIS is broadly engaged in public policy and service. Its diverse student body includes traditional, non-traditional, and international students. Twenty-five percent of majors are in 17 undergraduate and graduate online degree programs and the campus has received several national awards for its implementation of online learning. UIS faculty are committed teachers, active scholars, and professionals in service to society. The University emphasizes excellence in teaching, and faculty are also expected to provide a balance of scholarship and service activities to meet requirements for tenure and promotion. You are encouraged to visit the university web page at https://www.uis.edu and the college web page at: https://www.uis.edu/chst
About Springfield, Illinois: https://www.uis.edu/academic-affairs/about-our-springfield-community/
Union Affiliation: Tenure-track faculty positions at more than half-time are represented by the University Professionals of Illinois (UPI) Local 4100, University of Illinois Springfield United Faculty Chapter, IFT-AFT, AFL-CIO.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity, and diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds and identities. The University of Illinois System does not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their real or perceived race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, genetic information, marital status, disability, sexual orientation including gender identity, unfavorable discharge from the military or status as a protected veteran and will comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders and regulations. Visit University of Illinois Non-Discrimination Statement
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
UIS employment in this role is not covered by Social Security, and instead, is covered by the State Universities Retirement System
- You do not pay Social Security taxes and your earnings will not be on your Social Security record. (Your record will, however, show your Medicare wages.)
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